U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has announced the availability of funding for transportation projects under a fourth round of the popular TIGER (Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) Discretionary Grant program. TIGER 2012 will make $500 million available for surface transportation projects having a significant impact on the nation, a metropolitan area, or region. High-speed rail and intercity passenger rail projects remain eligible for funding. TIGER 2012 will also provide $120 million for rural transportation projects.

Pre-application deadline: February 20, 2012

Full application deadline: March 19, 2012

More information: http://www.dot.gov/affairs/2012/dot1312.html