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Port Infrastructure Development Program is sponsored by Maritime Administration (MARAD), U.S. Department of Transportation. This program provides discretionary grants to projects that improve the safety, efficiency, or reliability of the movement of goods into, out of, around, or within a port.
It supports efforts by ports and industry stakeholders to improve port and related freight infrastructure to meet the nation's freight transportation needs and ensure port infrastructure can meet anticipated growth in freight volumes. The program funds planning and capital projects in both urban and rural areas, with a statutory set-aside for small ports.
Eligible projects include security infrastructure upgrades, transport management improvements, environmental mitigation measures, port electrification, and electric vehicle charging or hydrogen fueling infrastructure.
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Search similar grants →Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: State and local governments, tribal governments, public agencies, special purpose districts with transportation functions, port authorities, and private entities with an endorsement letter from a Marine Highway Route Sponsor. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $488,628,000 total available for discretionary grants Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is June 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
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Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) is sponsored by Maritime Administration (MARAD), U.S. Department of Transportation. The PIDP is a discretionary grant program that funds projects improving the safety, efficiency, or reliability of goods movement into, out of, around, or within a port. It supports efforts by ports and industry stakeholders to enhance port and related freight infrastructure to meet national freight transportation needs and manage anticipated growth in freight volumes. The program provides funding to ports in both urban and rural areas for planning and capital projects, with a statutory set-aside for small ports.
Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) FY26 is a grant from the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) that funds projects to improve the safety, efficiency, or reliability of goods movement into, out of, around, or within a port. PIDP grants support ports and freight industry stakeholders in improving port infrastructure and related freight facilities to meet national freight transportation needs and accommodate anticipated growth in freight volumes. Approximately $450 million is available in FY26. Eligible applicants include states, political subdivisions, local governments, public agencies, port authorities, tribes, multistate entities, and lead entities partnering with private organizations. Awards are made on a competitive basis through grants.gov.