Office of Hazardous Materials Safety Research Initiative – FY2026 BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT (BAA)

The U.S. DOT’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is issuing a FY2026 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) to fund research that improves the safety of hazardous‑materials transportation across all modes. Up to $2 million per award may be granted for projects lasting up to 36 months, with a two‑phase process: a Phase I white‑paper (due November 18 2026) followed by an invited Phase II full proposal. Eligible entities include U.S. industry, universities, non‑profits, and federally‑affiliated research centers. Research topics span efficient safety standards, safe energy‑storage transport, innovative packaging, emergency‑response risk reduction, and rail‑tank‑car safety. • Open from August 20 2026 to November 18 2026 for white‑paper submissions (Phase I). • Awards up to $2 M, total performance up to 36 months (base 24 mo + options). • Five core research areas (26HM‑ESS, SST, IPG, RER, RTS). • Contracts are firm‑fixed‑price or cost‑reimbursement. • Primary contact: Tremayne Terry (Contracting Officer), email [email protected].