[Maritime Administration](https://www.maritime.dot.gov)

March 27, 2026 (Full application deadline)

$450,000,000 total funding | Award range: $1,000,000–$112,500,000 | Up to 40 awards

Supports projects that improve the safety, efficiency, or reliability of the movement of goods through ports or intermodal connections to ports.

Cost sharing/matching required; strict eligibility rules; only one application per applicant.

--- ## Description This program provides substantial federal funding to support port infrastructure projects that enhance the safety, efficiency, and reliability of goods movement through U.S. ports or their intermodal connections. The goal is to modernize port facilities, improve freight mobility, and strengthen supply chain resilience. Eligible projects may include construction, facility upgrades, or development phase activities, particularly those that benefit small ports or rural areas. --- ## Due Dates - March 27, 2026: Full application submission deadline to Grants.gov (applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM EDT) --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $450,000,000 - Award floor: $1,000,000 - Award ceiling: $112,500,000 - Expected number of awards: ~40 - Not more than 25% ($112,500,000) can be awarded for projects in any one state. - At least 25% ($112,500,000) is reserved for small projects at small ports. - Federal share generally may not exceed 80% of total project costs, except for rural or small port projects (which may qualify for a higher federal share at the Secretary’s discretion). - For small projects at small ports, a single award may not exceed $11,250,000. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State governments - County governments - City or township governments - Special district governments (with a transportation function) - Federally recognized Native American tribal governments - Public agencies or publicly chartered authorities established by one or more states - Multistate or multijurisdictional groups of the above entities - Lead eligible entities jointly with private entities (as part of a group) **Additional requirements:** - Only one application per applicant (though a project may have multiple components if functionally related) - Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov and have a valid UEI - Cost sharing/matching is required (generally at least 20% non-federal match, unless an exception applies) --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361059) by the deadline. - Registration in SAM.gov and a valid UEI are required before submission. - Only the most recent application from an applicant will be considered if multiple are submitted. - Applications must include all required forms and attachments as specified in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). - No paper, fax, or email applications will be accepted. - Early registration is strongly recommended, as the Grants.gov registration process can take 2–4 weeks. --- ## Additional Information - Funding restrictions apply, including state maximums and set-asides for small ports. - Not more than 10% of funds reserved for small projects at small ports may be used for development phase activities that do not result in construction. - Not more than 10% of funds not reserved for small projects at small ports may be used for development phase activities for large projects that do not result in construction. - See the [official program page](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=120728) for the full NOFO and application materials. --- ## External Links - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361059) - [Program Information & Application Materials](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=120728) - [Maritime Administration (Funder Home Page)](https://www.maritime.dot.gov) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Notes | |--------------------------|------------------------------------|-------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | PIDP Program Office | [PIDPgrants@dot.gov](mailto:PIDPgrants@dot.gov) | 202-366-8047 | For program questions | | Grants.gov Contact Center| [Grants.gov Customer Support](mailto:PIDPgrants@dot.gov) | 1-800-518-4726 | 24/7 except federal holidays; technical support | ---

Port Infrastructure Development Program

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