The UC Institute of Transportation Studies (UC ITS) 2024-25 Request for Proposals (RFP) is now available.

The RFP will allocate approximately $2.7 million to support research that addresses and informs transportation policy, planning, and engineering issues in California. 

The RFP is open to eligible applicants at UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Irvine, and UCLA.

Refer to the following resources for more information and to apply: 

Important dates and timeline:

    • Request for proposals released Monday, April 15, 2024.
    • Proposal submissions due Friday, May 31, 2024 at 5:00 PM PT.
    • Informational Webinar scheduled for Monday, April 29, 2024 from 2:00 – 3:00 PM PT. Register here.
    • Applicants will be notified about award decisions by Monday, August 5, 2024.

Interested applicants are also invited to attend one of three virtual drop-in Equity Workshops and Consultations organized by UC ITS Equity Research Manager Adonia Lugo. Registration is not required. Use this Zoom link for all three meetings. Meeting dates are as follows:

    • Friday, April 26, 2024 – 9:00 AM PT
    • Thursday, May 2, 2024 – 11:00 AM PT
    • Friday, May 3, 2024 – 1:00 PM PT

Have a question? Use this online form to submit questions concerning this RFP, including questions related to preparing project budgets, the status of prior UC ITS-funded projects, eligibility, and other topics. Interested applicants may also use this form to request assistance with identifying a public agency or community-based organization project partner or to request an equity consultation; however, requests must be submitted by May 6, 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a limit on the number of proposals that a Principal Investigator (PI) may submit?

There is no limit on the number of proposals that a PI can submit in response to this RFP. However, PIs should be aware that project award decisions will be competitive.

Can PIs with in-progress research projects funded by the UC ITS apply for funding in response to this RFP?

PIs with in-progress research projects funded by the UC ITS in previous funding rounds may apply, however, this does not include projects that are active but past due and/or projects that have not satisfied all grant deliverables. PIs with active UC ITS research projects may inquire about their eligibility using this online form.