DOJ FY 2026 Invited to Apply - National Integrated Ballistic Information (NIBIN) Modernization Program
This grant funds state, local, and tribal law enforcement to upgrade outdated NIBIN ballistic imaging technology at 194 sites, supporting crime gun investigations and multi-agency crime reduction efforts.
Funder: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Due Dates: August 26, 2026: Grants.gov submission deadline | August 28, 2026: JustGrants submission deadline/BJA closing date
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $58,200,000; up to 194 awards; covers equipment and 5 years maintenance; no cost sharing required.
Summary: Supports modernization of ballistic imaging technology at eligible NIBIN sites to enhance crime gun intelligence and law enforcement capacity.
Key Information: Invitation-only; only jurisdictions listed in Appendix 1 are eligible to apply.
Description
This funding opportunity, managed by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), aims to modernize the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) at 194 existing sites currently using outdated technology. The program is a partnership between BJA and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), providing state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies with updated ballistic imaging equipment and supporting implementation of best practices for crime gun intelligence. The grant covers both the acquisition of new NIBIN-compatible equipment and maintenance costs for five years, with the goal of strengthening multi-jurisdictional responses to violent crime, gang activity, and transnational criminal organizations.
