2026 Federal Clean Vessel Act Grants

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Boating Division is soliciting proposals for the 2026 Federal Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Grant Program, targeting boat sewage disposal facility improvements across New London County and the state. This procurement seeks to fund qualifying projects that enhance marine infrastructure through both fixed and mobile sewage disposal solutions, with grants covering up to 75% of approved project costs. The solicitation opens on March 5, 2025, with proposals due by June 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM EST, and includes several critical dates such as an optional RFP conference on March 27, 2025, and mandatory training sessions on April 9-10, 2025. Proposers must submit comprehensive documentation, including the CVA RFP 2026 final document, Statement of Assurances, Federal Clean Vessel Act Grant Application Form 2026, Checklist for Plans and Specifications, and BABAA Certification Form. The evaluation process will culminate in proposer selection on June 24, 2025, with contract negotiations beginning July 8, 2025, and a potential contract start date of January 1, 2026, or upon official execution.

The grant opportunity appears open to all vendors without specific set-aside designations or enterprise restrictions mentioned in the solicitation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the documentation. The program does not specify precise award values or comprehensive budget ranges, though the reimbursement structure allows for up to 75% of project costs to be covered by the federal grant. The solicitation's primary contact is Tricia Bari from the DEEP Boating Division in Old Lyme, Connecticut, who can provide additional details about the grant requirements. While specific technology integration requirements are not explicitly outlined, the grant focuses on improving boat sewage disposal infrastructure, suggesting potential opportunities for vendors with marine infrastructure, environmental engineering, or waste management expertise. Interested parties must carefully review all documentation and meet the specified submission requirements to be considered for funding.