Construct/expand aircraft rescue and fire fighting building; construct/expand snow removal equipment building

The Port of Moses Lake received a formula grant award of $223,414.74 from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on July 29, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of July 28, 2029. This grant funds Phase 1 design activities for two critical airport infrastructure projects: construction of a new 13,500 square-foot snow removal equipment building and construction of a new 20,900 square-foot aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) building. The snow removal facility will bring Grant County International Airport into conformity with current standards, while the ARFF building will ensure compliance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 139 safety requirements to enhance overall airport safety.

The grant is associated with a complementary Airport Infrastructure Grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project beyond the design phase covered by this award. Through these combined federal investments, the Port of Moses Lake will modernize critical airport infrastructure supporting civil aviation operations and safety at Moses Lake, Washington.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 13,500 square-foot snow removal equipment building to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project constructs a new 20,900 square-foot aircraft rescue and firefighting building to meet 14 CFR part 139 safety requirements to enhance safety. This grant funds a portion of phase 1, which consists of design. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with moses lake, washington.