Press Release: DOA Announces Flexible Facilities Program Open Application Period 

STATE OF WISCONSIN

DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION

Tony Evers, Governor

Kathy Blumenfeld, Secretary

DOA Announces Flexible Facilities Program Open Application Period 

$107 Million Available for Local Digital Connectivity Facility Projects  

MADISON, WI — The Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) today announced the opening of the application period for the Flexible Facility Program (FFP). Under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the U.S. Department of Treasury awarded Wisconsin $107 million through the Capital Projects Fund (CPF) to construct or improve buildings and purchase digital connectivity equipment.  

Through the FFP, local and Tribal governments can apply for funding to make improvements to public libraries, community centers, and other anchor institutions designed to jointly and directly enable work, education, and health monitoring located in communities with critical need for capital projects. 

“Governor Evers has made digital connectivity a priority for our communities, and this program will help expand broadband access and adoption to many more places around the state that may not have the funds to undertake such infrastructure improvements otherwise,” said DOA Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld. “We’re grateful for the support from Governor Evers and our Federal partners in making this funding available for Wisconsin.”  

Applicants can submit up to two project applications (one for new facility construction and one for existing facility renovation or expansion). The maximum award for a project is $4.25 million. Applications are due no later than July 11, 2024 at 2pm. Relevant materials, including program timelines, grant announcement, application, and application training webinar details are available on the Flexible Facilities Program webpage. 

CPF is designed to address pre-existing barriers to high-quality modern infrastructure and connectivity that were exacerbated by the pandemic. Along with FFP, Gov. Evers has directed funding to other programs that continue to expand access, affordability, and adoption of high-speed internet. The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) has awarded $42 million across 28 grants through the Broadband Infrastructure Program. In addition, the PSC’s Digital Connectivity and Navigators Program is currently accepting applications to award $33 million in CPF funding.

FFP is being administered by the DOA Division of Housing, Energy and Community Resources. More information on the Capital Projects Fund program can be found at Treasury's program webpage.