The Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) is offering $450 million in grant funding through the FY 2025 Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP). The program aims to improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of goods movement through port facilities, including coastal seaports, inland river ports, and Great Lakes ports. Eligible applicants include tribal governments, city/township governments, county governments, special district governments, and state governments. Key requirements include registering in SAM.gov, obtaining a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and submitting applications through Grants.gov by the April 30, 2025 deadline. No more than 25% of funds can be awarded to projects in a single state, and at least 25% is reserved for small port projects under $11.25 million. The federal cost share is generally limited to 80%, but may be increased for rural area and small port projects.
The program provides discretionary grants, with individual award amounts ranging from approximately $800,000 to $190 million based on historical data. Projects must be located at the applicant's port facilities and may include improvements to cargo handling capabilities, rail/road access, equipment procurement, and environmental sustainability initiatives. The Maritime Administration seeks projects that demonstrate safety enhancements, economic vitality, federal funding leverage, and overall readiness.
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