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Deadline PassedU.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation · 2026

Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects

Quick Facts

Agency: U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation
Funding: Not specified (total program funding $450 million over five years, projects >= $500,000,000 total cost)
Deadline: May 13, 2026 (Passed)
Status: Deadline Passed
Eligibility: Projects in Reclamation states that have a total project cost greater than or equal to $500,000,000.

About This Grant

Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects is sponsored by U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation. This program provides funding for large-scale recycled water projects in Reclamation states to help communities develop local, drought-resistant sources of water supply by turning currently unusable water sources into a new source of water supply that is less vulnerable to droug…

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Official Opportunity Details

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Opportunity Listing - WaterSMART: Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects WaterSMART: Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects Agency: Bureau of Reclamation Assistance Listings: 15. 504 -- Water Recycling and Desalination Construction Programs Last Updated: March 12, 2026 View version history on Grants.

gov Through WaterSMART, the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) leverages Federal and non-Federal funding to work cooperatively with States, Tribes, and other entities as they plan for and implement actions to increase water supply and hydropower reliability.

The WaterSMART Program demonstrably advances Trump administration priorities, such as those identified in Presidential Executive Order 14154 (January 20, 2025): Unleashing American Energy (E. O. 14154) and Secretarial Order 3418, and aligns with other priorities and requirements, such as those identified in Presidential Executive Order 14332 (August...

7, 2025): Improving Oversight in Federal Grantmaking (E. O. 14332).

The goal of the WaterSMART Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects funding opportunity is to invite eligible entities to apply for up to 25% Federal cost share for the planning, design, and construction of water recycling projects that have a total project cost greater than or equal to $500 million. Eligible Applicants- Applicants eligible to receive an award under this funding opportunity are described below.

States, Tribes, municipalities, irrigation districts, water districts, wastewater districts; and any state, regional, or other organization with water or power delivery authority,State, regional, or local authorities, the members of which include one or more organizations with water or power delivery authority; andAn agency established under State law for the joint exercise of powers, or a combination of entities described above.

All applicants must be located in the Western United States; specifically: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

Ineligible Applicants- Those not eligible include, but are not limited to, the following entities:Federal Governmental entitiesForeign entitiesIndividualsInstitutes of higher education Grantor contact information File name Description Last updated Foa_Content_of_R25AS00322_date_revisions_3. 12. 26.

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Eligibility Requirements

Projects in Reclamation states that have a total project cost greater than or equal to $500,000,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Projects in Reclamation states that have a total project cost greater than or equal to $500,000,000. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects offer?

The current listing shows not specified (total program funding $450 million over five years, projects >= $500,000,000 total cost). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

When is the deadline for Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects?

The published deadline was May 13, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.

Who funds Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects?

Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects is funded by U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Large-Scale Water Recycling Projects?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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