Fiscal Year 2026 BioWatch Grant Program
Department of Homeland Security - FEMA
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- Posted
- Jul 15, 2026
- Amount
- $100,000 - $6,000,000
- Closes
- Jul 30, 2026 (in 15 days)
Classification and identifiers
- Solicitation number
- DHS-26-GPD-091-00-99
- Assistance listing (CFDA)
- 97.091
Amount
$100,000 - $6,000,000
Who can apply
State and local governments
About this opportunity
The BioWatch program, managed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, is designed to detect aerosolized biological attacks by continuously monitoring the air for specific biological threats using strategically placed air collectors. This federally managed, locally operated system provides early warnings of biological incidents, enabling state and local authorities to respond quickly and effectively, thereby reducing casualties and fatalities. BioWatch supports the National Biodefense Strategy and Implementation Plan (2022) by informing decision-making, enhancing preparedness, and providing post-incident support to limit the impacts of biological threats. Operating in over 30 metropolitan areas across 22 states, BioWatch protects roughly one-third of the U.S. population and extends its...