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"Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP)" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) is sponsored by US Department of Transportation - Maritime Administration (MARAD). This program provides discretionary grants to 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 and includes a set-aside for small ports.
Eligible projects include planning and capital projects to modernize port infrastructure and operations. Small businesses involved in port operations or related freight infrastructure could be eligible, especially those at 'small ports' as defined by the program.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants include port authorities, states, local governments, indigenous Tribal nations, counties, and other public entities. The program also includes a statutory set-aside for small ports. The eligibility for small businesses would likely be through partnership with eligible government entities or as direct operators of small ports. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $488,628,000 total (with a statutory set-aside for small ports). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was June 1, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) is funded by US Department of Transportation - Maritime Administration (MARAD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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