Project Services
State and federally funded projects have extensive guidelines and requirements. Gateway provides project administration services to aid local governments and partners in meeting funding requirements and following the laws and regulations outlined in grant and loan assistance agreements.Project Benchmarks
Federally funded projects typically take about 5 years to complete. Project benchmarks are the major accomplishments that measure the overall progress of a project. While benchmarks are not the same for every project, the following list includes standard benchmarks for federally funded projects:
- Strategic Planning
- Funding Applications
- Advertisement & Bidding
- Payroll & Labor Management
- Project Development
- Environmental Assessment
- Pre-Construction Meeting
- Project Closeout
- Professional Procurement
- Evidentiary Materials
- Construction/Implementation
- Post-Closeout Reporting
Project Development
Project development services include assisting local governments, utilities, and other partners with defining the scope of projects, coordinating partnerships, estimating budgets, and identifying potential local, state, and federal funding sources.
Scheduling
Scheduling is an important component of project development and Gateway staff work with local stakeholders to determine the best utilization of limited funding sources for priority projects across the region.
Standard projects may take up to 3 - 5 years to complete.
Procurement
Procurement is the purchasing, buying, renting, leasing, or otherwise obtaining any supplies, services, or construction. Gateway provides technical assistance to local governments that must follow state and federal procurement codes for the implementation of projects.
RFPs and Public Input
Gateway Area Development District publishes Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), bid advertisements, and other procurement notices in accordance with state and federal requirements. This page also includes public notices, comment opportunities, and announcements to ensure transparency and meaningful public participation in regional projects and initiatives.
Grant Writing
Planning staff assist local governments and partners with identifying, preparing, and submitting applications for state and federal funding opportunities that align with region's strategic planning initiatives.
Grant & Loan Partnerships
- Economic Development Agency (EDA)
- Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)
- Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
- USDA Rural Development (USDA-RD)
- Recreational Trails Program (RTP)
- Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)
- Kentucky Office of Homeland Security (KOHS)
- Kentucky Infrastructure Authority (KIA)
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Department of Justice (DOJ)
- Area Development Fund
Project Administration
Gateway provides project administration services to assist local governments in meeting funding requirements and deadlines. While these services cover a broad spectrum of technical assistance, the primary components are:
- Assistance Agreement Conditions
- Fair Housing & Equal Opportunity Procedures
- Acquisition & Relocation Procedures
- Financial & Budget Management
- Labor & Payroll Monitoring
- File Retention
- Reporting & Closeout