Oxnard Harbor District

The Oxnard Harbor District, doing business as Port of Hueneme, is a local government entity located in Port Hueneme, California, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since 2005. As a port authority, the district manages a critical maritime infrastructure hub on the Pacific Coast that handles diverse cargo including automobiles, containerized goods, break bulk fruit, and general cargo. The port serves as a significant transportation and logistics center, facilitating international trade and supporting regional economic development through strategic infrastructure investments and modernization efforts.

Through recent federal grant awards, the Oxnard Harbor District has demonstrated a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, maritime security, and infrastructure improvement. The port has received substantial project grants from multiple federal agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Maritime Administration, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and the Economic Development Administration. Key grant-funded initiatives include zero-emission equipment deployment ($41,076,293 from EPA), air quality monitoring ($500,000 from EPA), port security enhancements ($966,536 from FEMA), infrastructure modernization ($6.3 million from EDA), and parking structure design planning ($10 million from Maritime Administration). These grants support comprehensive efforts spanning emissions reduction, climate adaptation, community engagement, workforce development, and critical infrastructure resilience. The port has also engaged in sub-award partnerships with entities like Ventura County Community College District and private maritime operators such as SSA Pacific and Ports America to execute these multifaceted projects.