The FR-6900-N-31 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) solicits applications for the Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building Grant Program. This program aims to assist eligible state, local, and federally recognized Native American tribal governments that have not previously received a direct HUD lead hazard control grant or need to rebuild diminished capacity. The grant supports developing infrastructure for comprehensive lead-based paint hazard identification and control in privately owned housing. Key activities include assessing childhood lead poisoning, integrating lead-safe work practices, establishing program procedures, hiring qualified staff, strengthening inter-agency coordination, and building community partnerships. The NOFO details eligibility requirements, a mandatory 10% cost-sharing or matching fund, and outlines allowable and unallowable costs, with a minimum of 65% of funds to be spent on direct lead hazard activities. Applications are due by February 26, 2026, with an anticipated award date of April 1, 2026. The program expects to make approximately 5 awards, ranging from $1,000,000 to $2,500,000, for a 36-month performance period. Applicants must register with SAM.gov and Grants.gov and adhere to specific application content and format guidelines, including a 15-page limit for narratives. Applications will undergo threshold and merit reviews, with a minimum score of 70 points required for funding consideration. Merit review criteria include applicant capacity and experience (45 points), justification of need (41 points), and financial management, including Section 3 compliance (14 points), plus 2 preference points for Opportunity Zones.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is soliciting applications for the Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building Grant Program (FR-6900-N-31). This discretionary program, with applications due by February 26, 2026, offers approximately $4.4 million for about five awards, ranging from $1 million to $2.5 million each, for a 36-month performance period. The grant aims to help eligible state and local governments, and Federally recognized Native American Tribes, develop or restore the infrastructure needed to identify and control lead-based paint hazards in privately owned housing. Eligible applicants are those who have not previously received a direct HUD lead hazard control grant or need to rebuild diminished capacity. Ineligible applicants include non-profits, current direct Lead Hazard Control grant recipients, individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships. The program requires a 10% minimum match, with at least 65% of federal funds allocated to direct lead hazard control activities and a maximum of 10% for administrative costs. Applications will be reviewed based on threshold requirements, including applicant eligibility and timely submission, followed by a merit review with a minimum score of 70 points from criteria such as applicant capacity, justification of need, and financial management.