FY 2026 Supplemental Public Sector Training Grant (SPST)

The Fiscal Year 2026 Supplemental Public Sector Training (SPST) Grant, offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), provides an anticipated $2,000,000 for national nonprofit fire service organizations. These grants, ranging from $500,000 to $1,000,000, aim to train instructors in HAZMAT response programs and individuals responding to HAZMAT incidents, with a performance period of 12 to 24 months. Applications are due by June 22, 2026, with questions accepted until June 18, 2026. Eligibility is limited to IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit fire service organizations, with strict funding restrictions on ineligible costs like lobbying and entertainment. Applicants must register with grants.gov and maintain an active SAM.gov registration. Applications will be evaluated on technical and programmatic criteria, including the applicant's expertise, training consistency with NFPA 470 or 29 CFR § 1910.120(q)(2), needs assessment, and detailed budget. Post-award requirements include progress and financial reporting.

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced the Fiscal Year 2026 Supplemental Public Sector Training (SPST) Grant Program. This discretionary grant, totaling $2,000,000 with individual awards ranging from $500,000 to $1,000,000, aims to train instructors and individuals in HAZMAT response. National nonprofit fire service organizations are eligible, provided they demonstrate expertise in "train-the-trainer" HAZMAT programs. Applications are due by June 22, 2026, 11:59 p.m. EST, and must be submitted electronically via grants.gov. Applicants must also register with SAM.gov and are encouraged to use FedConnect for communication. The grant supports projects lasting 12 to 24 months, with no cost-sharing requirement, but specific funding restrictions apply to ensure compliance and effective use of funds.

The Fiscal Year 2026 Supplemental Public Sector Training (SPST) Grant, offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), provides an anticipated $2,000,000 in discretionary grant funding. This program, authorized by 49 U.S.C. § 5116(i), is open to national nonprofit fire service organizations. The grants aim to train instructors to conduct HAZMAT response training programs for individuals with statutory responsibility for responding to HAZMAT accidents and incidents, and to train individuals directly involved in such responses. Applications are due by June 22, 2026, 11:59 p.m. EST, and must be submitted electronically through grants.gov. Applicants must be registered with grants.gov and maintain an active SAM.gov registration. Individual awards are expected to range from $500,000 to $1,000,000 for a period of performance of 12 to 24 months. There are no cost-sharing or matching requirements, but specific funding restrictions apply, disallowing certain expenses like lobbying activities and pre-award costs without prior approval. The application review process evaluates technical and programmatic criteria, including the applicant's expertise in 'train-the-trainer' models, capacity to reach target populations, and detailed needs assessments. Post-award requirements include progress and financial reporting to PHMSA.

The Fiscal Year 2026 Supplemental Public Sector Training (SPST) Grant, offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), provides an anticipated $2,000,000 in discretionary grant funding. The program aims to train instructors for HAZMAT response and individuals responsible for responding to HAZMAT accidents. Eligible applicants are national nonprofit fire service organizations with expertise in "train-the-trainer" programs. Applications are due by June 22, 2026, 11:59 p.m. EST, and must be submitted electronically via grants.gov. Key requirements include SAM.gov registration, a valid Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and adherence to specific application content and format guidelines. The period of performance is a minimum of 12 months, with individual awards ranging from $500,000 to $1,000,000. PHMSA emphasizes safety and compliance with federal regulations throughout the grant lifecycle, from application review to post-award reporting.