FY25 and FY26 Advanced Digital Construction Management Systems (ADCMS)

The FY25 and FY26 Advanced Digital Construction Management Systems (ADCMS) Competitive Grant Program, solicitation number FHWA-ADCM-26-001, is a funding opportunity provided by the Federal Highway Administration to incentivize the deployment and documentation of new technology in construction projects. Eligible applicants include State Departments of Transportation, including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, who may submit joint applications with local governments, Tribes, or private industry, provided a State DOT serves as the lead recipient. The program offers a total of up to 34 million dollars in cost-reimbursable grants, with individual awards ranging from 1 million to 5 million dollars. A mandatory minimum non-Federal cost share of 20 percent of total project costs is required for eligibility. The application window opens on August 17, 2026, and closes on September 16, 2026, with all submissions required via Grants.gov. Awards are subject to a multi-stage review process involving a Technical Review Team and a Senior Review Team, evaluating applicants on merit criteria, project readiness, and priority considerations. Key evaluation factors include the project's ability to support innovation, safety, economic competitiveness, and its impact on the American family. Selected recipients must comply with Buy America and Build America, Buy America requirements, undergo a risk assessment per 2 CFR 200.206, and address physical and cyber security risks prior to receiving funds. The period of performance is anticipated to be between one and four years, with recipients required to submit semi-annual progress and financial reports. Performance is measured by improvements in safety, cost, scheduling, workforce training, and right-of-way impacts.