Project Initiation

Required Documents:

• Project Initiation Sample Letter Rev. 5/21
• Project Initiation Form Rev. 5/24
• ADOT Functional Classification Map
• Project Location Map, showing beginning and ending termini - both maps are required
• A legible copy of the local MPO/COG TIP page, with the project highlighted and all phases of the project shown in a programmed year
• Supporting Documentation

Supporting Documentation:

The type of supporting documentation will depend on the type of project and available documentation.

Supporting documentation can include: A copy of the approved COG/MPO funding application or workbook, ADOT Sub-program eligibility letter and application (CMAQ, HSIP, etc.), Project Assessment (PA), Design Concept Report (DCR), or any other supporting documentation that gives details about the project.

ADOT LPA Section also has additional resources available that can be used as supporting documentation and to help with projecting schedules and estimated costs, including:

• Sample Scoping Document (.doc) Rev. 2/6/18
• Project Scoping Document Guidelines (.pdf)
• ADOT Cost Estimate Tool (.xls) Rev. 9/16/24
• Historical Bid Unit Prices E2C2 (apps.azdot.gov)

Additional Resources:

• Project Initiation Flow Chart (.pdf)

Please submit all Project Initiation requests to the ADOT LPA Section through the email address [email protected].