1. An implementation plan to achieve the project objective following the “NCHRP Active Implementation: Moving Research into Practice" requirements (see Special Note J). This plan should identify barriers and drivers that influence the implementation of NCHRP Research Report 1002, including any gaps or limitations, and recommend solutions to address those gaps or limitations as the budget permits. When developing the implementation plan, proposers should determine whether the following strategies effectively address the needs of the project objective. Proposers are encouraged to recommend modified or alternative strategies as the budget permits. Develop outreach efforts to state DOTs and their MPO partners on NCHRP Research Report 1002. These efforts should include the participating organizations in NCHRP Project 08-122, “Metropolitan Planning Organizations: Strategies for Future Success.” Statewide MPO advisory committees or similar entities should also be engaged. Develop in-person efforts to train and advise on the toolkit topics and solutions. A potential list of state DOTs and their MPO partners should be developed, and appropriate efforts should be customized for each state DOT and their MPO partners. Adequate representation of MPOs of differing sizes, geographic locations, and rural and urban areas should be considered when selecting state DOTs and their MPO partners. Document the success stories, lessons learned, and future plans of action, and develop visually compelling presentations. This strategy should be accompanied by a plan detailing where and how the presentations would be hosted and maintained. Strategies should also be developed for future updates of the presentations, including identifying the responsible parties. This strategy should include considerations for incorporating existing materials, such as those created by NCHRP Research Report 1002. Note: NCHRP shall approve the implementation plan before executing any tasks related to the envisioned deliverables. 2. A conduct of research report documenting the results of the project and a dissemination plan for the materials developed during the project.
