Technical Assistance and Training Grant Program

The Technical Assistance and Training Grant Program, solicitation TAT-FY27, is a federal funding opportunity issued by the USDA Rural Utilities Service to provide approximately 35 million dollars in grants to private nonprofit organizations. The program aims to support rural water and wastewater systems by funding the identification and evaluation of solutions for source, storage, treatment, and distribution problems, as well as collection, treatment, and disposal issues. Key objectives include providing hands-on training for system personnel to improve operational sustainability, assisting communities with the preparation of loan and grant applications, and addressing water contamination, specifically targeting lead and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Additionally, the program supports cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and revenue enhancements for rural utilities. The performance period for awarded grants runs from October 1, 2027, to September 30, 2028. Applications are due by December 31, 2026, and are evaluated competitively based on the type of assistance provided, with the highest priority given to on-site training for managers and operators. Eligible applicants must maintain an active SAM registration and provide a valid Unique Entity Identifier. Grant funds are restricted and cannot be used for capital assets, real estate, vehicles, lobbying, or the direct construction and maintenance of facilities. Submission requirements include a project proposal limited to 20 pages and a total application package not exceeding 50 pages, accompanied by mandatory forms such as SF 424 and SF 424A.