; (2) integration of intelligent transportation systems with the Smart Grid and other energy distribution and charging systems; (3) electronic pricing and payment systems; (4) advanced mobility and access technologies, such as dynamic ridesharing and information systems to support human services for elderly and disabled individuals; and (5) any deployment concept eligible, before the date of enactment of this section, under the connected vehicle pilot deployment program carried out by the Department of Transportation. (e) Use of funds Grant amounts received for a project under this section may be used for— (1) activities in the development phase, including planning, feasibility analysis, revenue forecasting, environmental review process (as defined under section 139), preliminary engineering and design work, and other preconstruction activities; (2) construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, acquisition of real property (including land related to the project and improvements to the land), environmental mitigation, construction contingencies, acquisition of equipment, and operational improvement directly related to improving system performance; (3) providing incentives to attract driver participation; and (4) purchasing and installing any connected vehicle equipment (including vehicle applications, roadside units, and back-office equipment). (f) Applications (1) In general To be eligible for a grant under this section, an entity described under subsection (c) shall submit to the Secretary an application in such form, at such time, and containing such information as the Secretary determines is appropriate, including— (A) a plan to deploy and provide for the long-term operation and maintenance of connected vehicle technologies to improve safety, efficiency, and system performance; (B) objectives to improve and measure system performance in 1 or more of— (i) system productivity; (ii) mobility, including impact on freight movements; (iii) livability and accessibility of goods, services, and activities