2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

DOC NOAA - ERA Production

Published: Apr 23, 2026

Updated: Jun 21, 2026

Source: grants_gov

About This Opportunity

2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program — grant funding tender in United States, DOC NOAA - ERA Production. Submission deadline May 2028.

This is a grants contract in the agriculture and food security sector. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 15,000 – USD 75,000. Proposals must be submitted before May 1, 2028.

Published through Grants.gov, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for grants in the agriculture and food security sector. Grant applications generally require a detailed project proposal, a clear results framework, and evidence of the applicant's capacity to deliver the proposed activities. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This announcement supports Executive Order 14276, Restoring America’s Seafood Competitiveness, by soliciting projects that support: workforce development for marine-related professions in marine science, aquaculture/mariculture, and maritime operations; enhancing seafood safety and management through training in seafood best practices, marketing, and fishery management; technological innovation in fishing practices; outreach and education for consumers on quality and sustainability of wild caught fish or products farmed through aquaculture/mariculture; enhanced regionally-specific management of fishery resources based on local knowledge; and strengthening the seafood supply chain through partnerships with industry, researchers, and community organizations to build relationships that increase the sustainability and competitiveness of the marine community in Alaska. Proposed projects must be conducted in Alaska.

Agency: Keisha Trent
Grantor

CFDA: 11.455

Eligible Applicants: Eligible applicants are individuals as legal entities (such as sole proprietorships or limited liability companies); commercial organizations; state, local, and tribal governments; institutions of higher education; and nonprofits. Federal agencies and their employees, as well as Federal instrumentalities (including employees and members), are not eligible to apply.

Applicant Types: Small businesses; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Special district governments; For profit organizations other than small businesses; Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; County governments; City or township governments; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Individuals; State governments; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

Cost Sharing: No

Contact: Keisha Trent
Grantor

Email: akr.grants@noaa.gov

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Grants.gov and was originally published on April 23, 2026. Last refreshed 5 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About DOC NOAA - ERA Production

DOC NOAA - ERA Production has issued 14 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 8 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Environment & Climate, Agriculture & Food Security, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via Grants.gov. Most recent publication: May 29, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is May 1, 2028. You have 675 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by DOC NOAA - ERA Production in United States. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Grants contract in the Agriculture & Food Security sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is $15,000 - $75,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United States. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Grants.gov to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.