Local Transportation Capital Improvement Program (LOTCIP)

The Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) is inviting municipalities to submit proposals (2026 LOTCIP Solicitation RFP Memo) for Transportation Improvement Projects for funding under the Local Transportation Capital Improvement Program (LOTCIP). CRCOG is reserving $45 million from the following categories for this purpose: Reconstruction (roadway and bridge) projects, Bicycle/Pedestrian projects, Pavement Rehabilitation projects and Stand-Alone Sidewalk projects.  Each municipality may submit materials for two (2) Project proposals in any combination, with a minimum of $300,000 per project, however CRCOG will limit the award(s) to no more than $5 million per municipality. 

This solicitation assumes the continuation of current LOTCIP funding levels.  Therefore, currently, selection under this solicitation does not guarantee funding. 

Submissions must be received by February 18, 2026 by 2:00pm. 

For municipalities planning to submit projects that address pavement issues, CRCOG is offering a free voluntary pre-application pavement treatment category opinion by a pavement expert pre-vetted by CTDOT. Per CRCOG’s Selection Policy, the appropriateness of the pavement treatment is a factor in how a pavement structural improvement will be rated. If interested, please complete the Pavement Condition and Needs Assessment Request form and return to Sotoria Montanari (Email) by January 9 to participate. The pavement category opinion will be provided prior to the Solicitation Due Date. 

The projects must meet the following CTDOT LOTCIP eligibility requirements: 

• LOTCIP projects must be located on roadways functionally classified as urban collector or higher. Projects on rural minor collectors and local road classifications are not eligible. Eligibility can be evaluated using the CTDOT Roadway Classification Map. 
• Exclusive (stand-alone) sidewalk projects and pedestrian improvements are eligible along roadways of any classification. 
• Bridge improvements are eligible on any roadway classification, however bridges on rural minor collectors and local roads must meet requirements defined in 23 CFR650.305 (length of 20 feet or more). 

To apply for LOTCIP funds, please complete the following forms for each project: 

• LOTCIP Application 
• CTDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Travel Needs Assessment Form 
• 2026 LOTCIP Cost Estimating Template
• 2026 CRCOG Complete Streets Compliance Form

Return 1 electronic copy by Wednesday, February 18, 2026, by 2:00pm to: Sotoria Montanari (Email) 

Staff anticipates completing its review and ranking of the proposals in April 2026, with CRCOG committee endorsements expected in May 2026. 

RFP Supporting Documents 

• 2026 LOTCIP Solicitation RFP Memo 
• FINAL 2026 LOTCIP Project Selection Policy (Approved October 2025) 
• 2018 CRCOG LOTCIP Guidelines  
• 2021 CTDOT LOTCIP Guidelines 
• Esal Calculator 
• Pavement Design Tool 
• CRCOG Complete Streets Policy 
• Guidance for Local Road Investigation 
• LOTCIP Pavement Checklist 
• Pavement Evaluation Form for Local Roads