FY 2026 HMEP Planning and Training Grant for Tribes

The FY 2026 HMEP Planning and Training Grant for Tribes, solicited under number 693JK326NF0007, is a federal grant opportunity administered by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration within the Department of Transportation to support tribal communities in enhancing their preparedness for hazardous materials emergencies. Funds are designated for planning activities and training initiatives that safeguard people, property, and the environment from incidents involving the transport of hazardous materials, with a focus on equipping emergency responders and improving local response capabilities. The grant is open to federally recognized tribes and requires applicants to submit a comprehensive project narrative and budget narrative, along with an indirect cost agreement if claiming the 15 percent de minimis rate. Optional letters of support from partner organizations may be included to strengthen the application. Submission must occur via Grants.gov by June 19, 2026, and all applicants must maintain an active Unique Entity Identifier in SAM.gov. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical and programmatic criteria, including the identification of planning and training needs, the clarity and alignment of goals with HMEP program guidelines, the reasonableness and necessity of proposed activities, the adequacy of monitoring and evaluation methods, and verification that any fees collected for hazardous materials transportation are used solely for eligible purposes. Compliance with federal regulations such as 2 CFR 200, 49 CFR 107, and GAGAS is mandatory, and all equipment acquired must be marked and tracked per MIL-STD-130. Contractors are bound by nondiscrimination requirements under Title VI and 49 CFR Part 21, must adhere to anti-trafficking provisions, and comply with the Build America, Buy America Act and Section 508 accessibility standards. Invoicing is processed electronically through the DOT’s Delphi system using SF-270 forms, with payments routed based on SAM.gov registration data. The estimated total funding available for this award is $275,113, covering personnel, equipment such as training trailers and tank car props, travel, supplies, and contractual services for specialized training. All activities must be completed within the approved performance period, with final reports due 120 days after project conclusion, and recipients are subject to federal audit and oversight.