FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity for Small Shipyard Grants

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Maritime Administration

Description

This notice announces the intention of the Maritime Administration to provide grants to small shipyards. Under the Small Shipyard Grant Program, there is currently $35,000,000 available for grants for capital and related improvements to qualified shipyard facilities that will be effective in fostering efficiency, competitive operations, and quality ship construction, repair, and reconfiguration. Potential applicants are advised that it is expected, based on experience, that the number of applications will far exceed the funds available and that only a small percentage of applicants will be funded. Applications (SF-424 and the Addendum) will be accepted online through Grants.gov by 12:00:00 pm (Noon Eastern Time) on the closing date (May 11, 2026). See full text under Related Documents Tab (FY 2026 SSG NOFO) or the MARAD Web Page (https://www.maritime.dot.gov/grants-finances/small-shipyard-grants) for detailed submission instructions

Who can apply

  • Small businesses

Contact

Beth Gearhart <br/>Grantor <br/>Phone 202-366-1867
beth.gearhart@dot.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedMar 26, 2026
  • ClosesMay 11, 2026
  • Award floor$1
  • Award ceiling$1,000,000
  • Program funding$35,000,000
  • Expected awards35
  • CFDA20.814
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