WaterSMART: Desalination Construction Projects
Through WaterSMART, the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) leverages Federal and non-Federal funding to work cooperatively with States, Tribes, and other entities as they plan for and implement actions to increase water supply and hydropower reliability.
| From | Bureau of Reclamation |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | others (see eligibility notes) |
| Eligibility notes | Applicants eligible to receive funding under this NOFO include States, departments of a State, subdivisions of a State, or public agencies organized pursuant to a State law, such as: States, Tribes, municipalities, irrigation districts, and water districts… |
| How much | $1,000 to $120 million per award; about 10 awards; $120 million total |
| Deadline | Thu, Aug 26, 2027 (307 days left) |
| Matching funds | Yes: you must put up some of your own money or in-kind match |
| Category | Natural Resources |
| Type | Cooperative agreement, Grant |
| Opportunity # | R26AS00034 |
| Assistance listing | 15.591 |
| Posted | Thu, May 14, 2026 |