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This flowchart describes the general steps in requesting a fund transfer from FHWA to FTA. The process consists of five steps:

Identification of Transportation Need

• Project Sponsor consults with MPO/State DOT, FTA, and FHWA to identify transportation need
• MPO may issue a call for projects

Verification of Eligibility and Addition to the (S)TIP

• FHWA and FTA confirm project eligibility
• Project is added to the STIP (State DOT) and TIP (MPO)

Flex Funding Transfer Request

• Project Sponsor develops TrAMS application
• Project Sponsor requests State DOT inititate the transfer process
• State DOT submits transfer request to FHWA Division Office
• FHWA Division Office reviews transfer request and forwards to FHWA HQ

FHWA/FTA Budget Process

• Once approved, FHWA HQ initiates transfer of funds to FTA Budget Office
• FTA Budget Office reviews transfer request for financial compliance
• Regional Office reviews transfer request for Chapter 53 eligibility

Notice to Proceed and Preparation to Implement

• Project Sponsor completes environmental approvals and funding application
• FTA Regional Office reviews and approves funding application, obligates funds, and awards the grant
• Project Sponsor manages implementation under FTA requirements

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