WaterSMART: Desalination Construction Projects
WaterSMART: Desalination Construction Projects is offered by Bureau of Reclamation. Max award: $120,000,000. Applications close on Aug 26, 2027.
| Opportunity number | R26AS00034 |
|---|---|
| Agency | Bureau of Reclamation |
| Status | Posted |
| Posted | May 14, 2026 |
| Closes | Aug 26, 2027 |
| Award ceiling | $120,000,000 |
| Award floor | $1,000 |
| Total program funding | $120,000,000 |
| Expected awards | 10 |
| Who can apply | Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) |
| Category | Natural Resources |
Summary (excerpt)
Through WaterSMART, the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) leverages Federal and non-Federal funding to work cooperatively with States, Tribes, and other entities as they plan for and implement actions to increase water supply and hydropower reliability. The WaterSMART Program demonstrably advances Trump administration priorities, such as those identified in Presidential Executive Order 14154 (January 20, 2025): Unleashing American Energy (E.O.1…
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