Description
The U.S. Department of Labor, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education, is soliciting applications for the FY 2026 Impact Aid Discretionary Construction Grant Program. The competition provides up to $19 million in discretionary grant funding to eligible Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) that serve a high proportion of federally‑connected children and lack sufficient local revenue to address emergency school‑facility conditions. Grants may be used to repair, renovate, alter, or, when cost‑effective, replace public elementary or secondary school facilities that pose health or safety hazards. Awards range from $400 k to $8 M, with an average of $4.75 M, and up to four awards will be made. Projects may last up to 60 months. Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. ET on November 10, 2026. Eligible applicants must provide an independent emergency certification, financial reports, and detailed cost estimates; cost‑sharing is not required but existing local funds will be considered. The program follows federal construction, Buy‑America, and Davis‑Bacon requirements.
• Funding: $19 M total, 4 awards, $400 k–$8 M each.
• Eligible applicants: LEAs with ≥50 % federally‑connected enrollment and limited bonding capacity.
• Project scope: Emergency repairs, renovations, alterations, or full replacement of school facilities.
• Project period: Up to 60 months, determined per award.
• Submission: Grants.gov only; registration in SAM.gov required.
• Deadline: November 10, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET).
• Contact: Jacqueline Bass (202) 987‑1743, [email protected].