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Collaboration for Innovative Research on Aircraft Structure (CIRAS)
$6,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force -- Research Lab)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 11, 2026

Date Added

May 11, 2021

This funding opportunity supports research and development projects focused on creating innovative and efficient aircraft structures, open to a wide range of applicants including universities, businesses, and non-profits.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) - Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL) - Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Engineer Research and Development Center)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This grant seeks innovative commercial solutions from a wide range of organizations to enhance military and civilian infrastructure, focusing on sustainability, energy efficiency, and advanced construction technologies.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
FY24-25 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant Program - National
$5,070,784,989
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 7, 2026

Date Added

Sep 23, 2025

This grant provides federal funding to states, tribal entities, and public agencies for projects that improve and expand intercity passenger rail infrastructure and services across the country.

Transportation
State governments
2025 Tribal Transportation Program Safety Fund
$120,572,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT Federal Highway Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 16, 2026

Date Added

Oct 2, 2024

This program provides funding to federally recognized Indian Tribes to improve road safety and reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities on tribal lands.

Transportation
Native American tribal organizations
Research Interests of the Air Force Office of Scientific Research
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Office of Scientific Research)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports fundamental scientific and engineering research that aligns with the needs of the U.S. Air Force and Space Force, targeting academic institutions, nonprofits, and businesses to foster innovations with potential military and industrial applications.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to local communities in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development.

Community Development
State governments
ROSES 2025: A.9 User-Centered Applications with Large Earth Foundation Models
Contact for amount
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA Headquarters)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 9, 2025

Date Added

Jul 12, 2025

This grant provides funding for U.S. organizations to develop user-centered decision-support applications that utilize advanced Earth observation models, aiming to improve decision-making in sectors like insurance, real estate, and transportation.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FAA Aviation Research Grants Program
$6,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - FAA Aviation Research Grants)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2025

Date Added

Sep 8, 2020

This program provides funding for colleges, universities, and nonprofit research institutions to conduct aviation-related research that improves the safety, efficiency, and security of the nation's aviation system.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
New Hampshire Clean Diesel Grant Program
$315,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This program provides funding to public entities in New Hampshire for projects that reduce harmful emissions from older diesel vehicles and equipment, improving air quality and public health.

Environment
State governments
FY26-23-CCD-New_Haven_Line_Improvements New Haven Line - Track Speed Improvement Phase 1
$12,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2025

Date Added

Oct 11, 2025

This grant provides funding to the Connecticut Department of Transportation for improving track speed and reliability on one of the busiest rail corridors in the Northeast, benefiting both passenger and freight services.

Transportation
State governments
Projects In Support Of Naval Aviation
Contact for amount
Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This funding opportunity invites a wide range of organizations, including academic institutions and businesses, to propose innovative research and technology projects that enhance naval aviation capabilities for the U.S. Navy.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Commercial Vehicle Safety Plan (MCSAP) Grant
$52,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2025

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This federal funding initiative provides financial support to state and territorial governments for implementing safety programs aimed at reducing crashes and fatalities involving commercial motor vehicles.

Transportation
State governments
Research and Development of Naval Power and Energy Systems (N00024-19-R-4145 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA))
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Department of the Navy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 6, 2028

Date Added

Aug 25, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative research projects from industry and academia to improve naval shipboard power and energy systems, focusing on efficiency, resilience, and advanced technologies.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) FA9300-25-S-6001
$500,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Research Laboratory, Aerospace Systems Directorate)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2035

Date Added

Oct 6, 2025

This grant invites U.S. organizations, particularly small businesses, to propose innovative research and technology demonstrations that enhance rocket propulsion, missile systems, and digital engineering for national defense.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
FY 24-25 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant Program - National
$5,070,784,989
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 4, 2025

Date Added

Sep 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, public agencies, and rail-related entities for projects that improve and maintain intercity passenger rail infrastructure across the country.

Transportation
State governments
RESTORE Act Direct Component - Non-Construction Activities
$120,153,261
U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

This grant provides funding to state and county governments in the Gulf Coast region for non-construction activities that restore natural resources, promote tourism, and support economic growth following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Natural Resources
State governments
TTO Office Wide (OW) BAA 2025
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (DARPA - Tactical Technology Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 22, 2026

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects from a diverse range of organizations, including universities and small businesses, aimed at advancing U.S. defense technologies in areas like design processes, replenishment technologies, and disruptive battlefield innovations.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Rural Surface Transportation Grant (Rural)
$780,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal

Application Deadline

May 6, 2024

Date Added

Apr 2, 2024

The Rural program is dedicated to enhancing surface transportation infrastructure within rural communities, with $780 million allocated for this purpose. It supports highway, bridge, and tunnel projects that improve freight, safety, and access to agricultural, commercial, energy, or transportation facilities critical to a rural area's economy. This program recognizes the unique challenges faced by smaller communities in accessing funding and aims to support projects that address these needs directly. The submission deadline is May 6, 2024.

Transportation
State governments
Advanced Digital Construction Management Systems
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation - DOT Federal Highway Administration
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 30, 2024

Date Added

Jun 3, 2024

This notice announces a funding opportunity and requests grant applications for FHWA's Advanced Digital Construction Management System (ADCMS), Round 2 as provided by Section 13006(a) of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, enacted as the Infrastructure Invesment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58), whichestablished the ADCMS Program, which is codified at 23, U.S.C. 503(c)(5).Established in Title 23, United States Code (CODE) 503(c)(5). The program is intended to promote, implement, deploy, demonstrate, showcase, support, and document the application of ADCMS, practices, performance, and benefits.This NOFO will result in the distribution of up to $34 million of Federal funds for combined FYs 2022 and 2023 and up to $17 million of Federal funds each for FY 2024, 2025, and 2026. The actual amount available to be awarded under this notice will be subject to the availability of funds.The ADCMS Program is one aspect of the FHWAs multifaceted Technology and Innovation Deployment Program (TIDP) and provides funding as an incentive for State departments of transportation (State DOT). The program is intended to promote, implement, deploy, demonstrate, showcase, support, and document the application of ADCMS, practices, performance, and benefits.

Transportation
State governments
FY 2025 Commercial Driver's License Program Implementation (CDLPI)
$88,700,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 24, 2025

Date Added

Dec 19, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, Tribal governments, and educational institutions to improve compliance with commercial driver's license regulations, enhance safety, and address key transportation priorities.

Transportation
State governments