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Illinois Department of Transportation

Illinois Competitive Freight Program

The Illinois Competitive Freight Program is a competitive grant-based program administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.  The goal is to enhance and modernize the State's freight system as a part of the Illinois State Freight Plan. 

The Illinois Competitive Freight Program will advance a safe, efficient, reliable, resilient, and sustainable intermodal freight system that supports Illinois' competitive position as a global hub, grows the economy, and enhances equity and quality of life for Illinois residents.

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2026 Competitive Freight Program
The 2026 Illinois Competitive Freight Program seeks to improve freight efficiency and mobility throughout Illinois by advancing the vision and goals of the 2026 Illinois State Freight Plan.  In alignment with this vision, the 2026 Illinois Competitive Freight Program seeks to advance a safe, efficient, reliable, resilient, and sustainable intermodal freight system that supports Illinois' competitive position as a global hub that continues to build the economy and enhance equity and quality of life for Illinois residents. 

Resources

Application:  TBD
Program Guidance and Scoring tool
Mapping Tool
Project Financial Information Template
BDE 213 Form
Conflict of Interest Form
Uniform Grant Budget
Uniform Grant Application
IDOT Webinar slideshow

 

2023 Competitive Freight Program
The 2023 Illinois Competitive Freight Program seeks to improve freight efficiency and mobility throughout Illinois by advancing the vision and goals of the 2023 Illinois State Freight Plan. In alignment with this vision, the 2023 Illinois Competitive Freight Program seeks to advance a safe, efficient, reliable, resilient, and sustainable intermodal freight system that supports Illinois’ competitive position as a global hub that continues to build the economy and enhance equity and quality of life for Illinois residents.

2023 Award List

 

2018 Competitive Freight Program
The 2018 Illinois Competitive Freight Program seeks to improve freight mobility throughout Illinois by implementing the goals of the 2017 Illinois State Freight Plan to improve safety, efficiency, and to grow the economy. This program focuses on achieving outcomes such as reducing bottlenecks, improving freight related safety, improving Intermodal accessibility, and technology deployment. 

The Competitive Freight Program Awards Announcement was officially released by the Illinois Department of Transportation in May of 2018.

2018 Awards List

The 2024 Competitive Freight Program Annual Report highlights key projects, funding allocations, and performance outcomes that support a stronger, more resilient freight network across the state.

You can subscribe and receive updates related to the Illinois Competitive Freight Program through IDOT's Subscription Services page.