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Closed on Jun 17, 2026

FY2026 Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training Program (CMVOST)

DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration · Opportunity number FM-DTG-26-001

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 18, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jun 17, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberFM-DTG-26-001
AgencyDOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Department of Transportation
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)20.235
PostedMay 18, 2026
DeadlineJun 17, 2026
Award ceiling$200,000
Expected number of awards25
Estimated total program funding$3,500,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeGrant
CategoryTransportation
Last updated hereJun 18, 2026

Summary from the notice

The Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training (CMVOST) grant program provides financial assistance to organizations that provide CMV operator training to future CDL holders in the safe use of commercial motor vehicles. The program priority is providing training to current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including National Guard members and Reservists, as well as certain military family members.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • State governments
  • County governments
  • Public and state colleges and universities
  • Special district governments
  • City or township governments
  • Private colleges and universities
  • Federally recognized tribal governments
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Independent school districts

Who should take a closer look

  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • 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

n/a

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.

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