Chouteau County

Chouteau County is a local government entity located in Montana, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since 2003, with its registration set to expire in October 2025. Situated in the northwest region of Montana, the county primarily engages with federal agencies through airport infrastructure improvement grants and emergency management programs. The county is positioned in Fort Benton and serves multiple small communities, including Geraldine and Big Sandy, with a focus on maintaining and enhancing local transportation and emergency infrastructure.

Through federal grant awards, Chouteau County has consistently worked with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), primarily under the Airport Improvement Program, to support critical airport infrastructure projects. These grants have funded extensive airport maintenance activities, including runway and taxiway resealing, apron reconstruction, snow removal equipment acquisition, and installation of weather reporting systems across non-primary airports in the region. Additionally, the county has received sub-awards from the Montana Department of Military Affairs and the Montana Department of Health and Human Services, supporting emergency management programs, disaster and emergency services, public health initiatives, and infrastructure security enhancements. Notable projects include installing emergency generators, implementing surveillance camera systems for county buildings, and supporting immunization and epidemic preparedness programs. The county's grant portfolio demonstrates a comprehensive approach to local infrastructure maintenance, public safety, and community resilience.