2022 Port Infrastructure Development Program Grants

The Maritime Administration's Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) is soliciting applications for grants to improve facilities within, or outside of and directly related to operations of, or an intermodal connection to, coastal seaports, inland river ports, and Great Lakes ports. The program aims to support the development of port infrastructure that will improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of the movement of goods through ports and intermodal connections to ports. The program will provide funding for projects that align with the program's objectives, including improving port resilience, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and promoting equity and opportunity for all. Key aspects of the program include: • Eligible applicants: port authorities, commissions, states, local governments, tribal governments, public agencies, and private entities • Eligible projects: improvements to port facilities, intermodal connections, and operational improvements • Funding: $684,310,000 available for FY 2022 • Application process: applications must be submitted through Grants.gov by May 16, 2022 • Evaluation criteria: applications will be evaluated based on merit criteria, including the project's impact on port resilience, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, and promotion of equity and opportunity for all