PHMSA seeks to fund nonprofit organizations with the ability to conduct training programs for HAZMAT employees, and the ability to reach and involve a target population of HAZMAT employees in a training program. Properly planned and maintained training programs are essential for HAZMAT employees to ensure: (1) HAZMAT employees receive initial and continuing training on the risks involved in transporting HAZMAT; (2) the relevant training requirements in the Hazardous Materials Regulation (HMR) are met; and (3) HAZMAT employees will be equipped to ensure their safety and the safety of others.
Hazardous Materials Instructor Training (HMIT) Grant
Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration · Opportunity number DOT-PHM-26-A712-009
Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 28, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.
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Key facts
| Opportunity number | DOT-PHM-26-A712-009 |
|---|---|
| Agency | Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration Department of Transportation |
| Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA) | 20.712 |
| Posted | May 29, 2026 |
| Deadline | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $1,000,000 |
| Award floor | $250,000 |
| Expected number of awards | 15 |
| Estimated total program funding | $3,000,000 |
| Cost sharing or matching required | No |
| Funding type | Grant |
| Category | Employment labor and training |
| Last updated here | Jun 28, 2026 |
Summary from the notice
Who can apply
The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:
- Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
Who should take a closer look
- Nonprofits
Not listed as eligible
- Small businesses
- Colleges and universities
- State governments
- Local governments
- Tribal governments and organizations
- Larger for-profit companies
- Individuals
Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.
Eligibility details from the notice
The HMIT program is open to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate expertise in conducting a training program for existing HAZMAT employees, and the ability to reach and involve in a training program a target population of HAZMAT employees.
Registrations you will likely need
Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.
- SAM.gov registration for your organization, which also gives you a Unique Entity ID (UEI). Registration is free.
- A Login.gov account, which Grants.gov uses for sign-in.
- A Grants.gov applicant registration linked to your organization's UEI.
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