📊 Eligibility Check: FY 2026 National Infrastructure Investments
Answer 3 questions to check pre-qualification for Grants.
Who Is Eligible?
- State, local, tribal, and territorial governments.
- Public transit agencies and authorities.
- Port authorities and maritime transportation entities.
- Metropolitan and regional planning organizations.
- Publicly owned utilities and infrastructure operators.
- Non-profit organizations working in public infrastructure.
- Private sector entities applying jointly with an eligible public body.
- Special purpose districts (e.g., water, sewer, transportation districts).
- Institutions of higher education and research consortia.
Application Steps (2026)
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Step 1: Notice of Intent & Readiness Review
Timeline: January 15 – March 31, 2026
Submit a non-binding Notice of Intent (NOI) via the Grants Portal. This step is mandatory to access the full application. Concurrently, utilize the Self-Assessment Readiness Tool to ensure your project meets all preliminary eligibility and alignment criteria.
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Step 2: Full Application Development
Timeline: February 1 – May 30, 2026
Develop the complete application package. Required components include the Project Narrative, Detailed Budget (Form INFRA-1040), Benefit-Cost Analysis, Environmental Compliance Plan, and all supporting documentation. Technical assistance webinars will be available throughout this period.
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Step 3: Submission & Acknowledgment
Deadline: May 30, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT
Submit the final application through the official Grants.gov portal. A confirmation email and tracking number will be sent within 48 hours of successful submission. Late submissions will not be accepted.
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Step 4: Administrative & Technical Review
Timeline: June 2026 – September 2026
Applications undergo a dual-phase review. The Administrative Review checks for completeness and compliance. The Technical Review Panel evaluates project merit, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment. Clarification requests may be issued to applicants during this stage.
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Step 5: Selection & Award Announcement
Timeline: October 2026 – November 2026
The Secretary’s Office makes final selections based on review panel recommendations. All applicants will be notified of their status. Public announcement of awarded projects is scheduled for no later than December 15, 2026.
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Step 6: Grant Negotiation & Obligation
Timeline: December 2026 – February 2027
Selected applicants enter into grant agreement negotiations with the assigned program office. Upon successful execution of the agreement, funds will be obligated and made available for drawdown according to the project’s cash flow schedule.
Key Notes: All dates are subject to change. Monitor the official program website for updates. Registration in SAM.gov and Grants.gov must be current and active at the time of application. Questions should be directed to the INFRA2026@dot.gov helpdesk.
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