PROJ PARTICIPATION

The Agency Operating and Funding Agreement established on June 1, 2026, is a partnership between the Florida Department of Transportation and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. This agreement, identified by solicitation number AT639, creates a formal framework for participation in the Efficient Transportation Decision Making and Transportation Project Development Processes. The primary objective of this collaboration is to ensure that environmental considerations are integrated early into the transportation planning stages to improve project outcomes. The contract includes a detailed Statement of Work and specific financial provisions to support the coordination of Environmental Technical Advisory Teams. By establishing clear performance standards and a dedicated budget, the agreement ensures a structured approach to interagency cooperation. This effort focuses on streamlining the project development process while maintaining rigorous environmental oversight through the combined expertise of both state and federal agencies.