; (ii) a finding that the project has no significant impact; or (iii) a determination that the project is categorically excluded; or (B) is reasonably expected to begin construction not later than 18 months after the date of obligation of funds for the project; and (2) the project has an estimated cost equal to or exceeding— (A) $12,500,000 if it is on a Federal lands transportation facility or a Federal lands access transportation facility; and (B) $5,000,000 if it is on a Tribal transportation facility. (d) Eligible activities Grant amounts received for a project under this section may be used for— (1) development phase activities, including planning, feasibility analysis, revenue forecasting, environmental review, preliminary engineering and design work, and other preconstruction activities; and (2) construction, reconstruction, and rehabilitation activities. (e) Applications Eligible applicants shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such form, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (f) Project requirements The Secretary may select a project to receive funds under the program only if the Secretary determines that the project— (1) improves the condition of critical transportation facilities, including multimodal facilities; (2) cannot be easily and efficiently completed with amounts made available under section 202, 203, or 204; and (3) is cost effective. (g) Merit criteria In making a grant under this section, the Secretary shall consider whether the project— (1) will generate state of good repair, resilience, economic competitiveness, quality of life, mobility, or safety benefits; (2) in the case of a project on a Federal lands transportation facility or a Federal lands access transportation facility, has costs matched by funds that are not provided under this section or this title