Development of Fiscal Year 2027 Commercial Vehicle Safety Plans to Support National Safety Goals

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is soliciting proposals for the Development of Fiscal Year 2027 Commercial Vehicle Safety Plans aimed at advancing national safety goals through the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program. This federal grant opportunity invites states and U.S. territories to submit comprehensive plans that outline strategies to reduce crashes, injuries, fatalities, and hazardous material incidents involving commercial motor vehicles. Applicants must align their proposals with federally established safety priorities and demonstrate measurable approaches to improving commercial vehicle compliance, enforcement effectiveness, and safety education initiatives. The solicitation is open to all eligible entities without set-aside preferences, and submissions must be received by September 30, 2026, with a posted date of August 6, 2026, providing approximately six weeks for preparation and response. All proposals are to be submitted through Grants.gov, with technical assistance available via the designated point of contact at the Department of Transportation. The funding provided under this solicitation supports the broader mission of the MCSAP, which is to strengthen state-level enforcement and safety oversight programs through federal financial assistance. Successful applicants will be expected to integrate performance metrics, data-driven decision making, and coordination with federal and state safety partners into their annual plans. While specific funding levels are not detailed in the posting, recipients must ensure their plans reflect alignment with national safety targets and regulatory frameworks established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for the upcoming fiscal year.