Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 18 GPD 056 00 01
The Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through FEMA. It is designed to strengthen the security and resilience of the nations port and maritime transportation system by funding projects that support port-wide risk management and the implementation of maritime security planning. In practical terms, the program helps ports and maritime stakeholders pay for activities tied to Area Maritime Security Plans (AMSPs), individual facility security plans, and other coordinated efforts intended to reduce risk, improve preparedness, and enhance security capabilities across a port area rather than in isolation.
This opportunity was published under Funding Opportunity Number DHS 18 GPD 056 00 01 and is associated with CFDA number 97.056. The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity category is listed as "Other," reflecting that projects may span multiple types of security and preparedness activities as described in the program guidance rather than fitting neatly into a single standard category. The program anticipates making a large number of awards (expected awards: 200), which suggests broad national participation across many port areas and eligible organizations. The listing shows an award ceiling of 0, which typically indicates that a single maximum award amount is not specified in the summary record and that applicants would need to refer to the full funding notice for any limits, set-asides, or allocation methodology.
Eligibility is oriented toward organizations and agencies that have direct operational or governance roles in maritime and port security. The eligible applicant categories include for-profit organizations other than small businesses, along with other entities as further defined in the official eligibility section of the notice. The program description also makes clear that intended recipients commonly include port authorities, facility operators, and state and local agencies, reflecting the reality that port security is shared among public and private stakeholders and often requires coordinated investments to address vulnerabilities and meet planning requirements.
Key dates for this FY 2018 opportunity include a creation date of May 21, 2018, and an original application closing date of June 20, 2018, indicating roughly a one-month application window. Overall, the PSGP is aimed at supporting tangible security improvements and organized risk-management work that aligns with approved maritime security plans, helping ports prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from security threats and other high-consequence incidents affecting maritime infrastructure and operations.Apply for DHS 18 GPD 056 00 01
- The Department of Homeland Security, Department of Homeland Security - FEMA in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.056.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 21, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 20, 2018. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 200 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: For profit organizations other than small businesses, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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FY 2018 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) FAQs
What is the FY 2018 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP)?
The Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) is a discretionary grant opportunity intended to strengthen the security and resilience of the nation's port and maritime transportation system. It provides funding for projects that support port-wide risk management and the implementation of maritime security planning.
Which federal agency administers this grant program?
The PSGP is administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Is PSGP a discretionary grant or a formula program?
Based on the listing, PSGP is a discretionary grant opportunity.
What is the main purpose of PSGP funding?
The program is designed to fund projects that enhance security capabilities and preparedness across a port area, focusing on coordinated, port-wide risk management rather than isolated improvements at a single site.
What kinds of plans or frameworks do PSGP projects need to align with?
PSGP supports activities tied to Area Maritime Security Plans (AMSPs), individual facility security plans, and other coordinated efforts intended to reduce risk and improve preparedness across the port area.
What types of activities does PSGP generally support?
The information provided indicates the program funds projects that support maritime security planning and port-wide risk management, including activities that help ports prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from security threats and other high-consequence incidents affecting maritime infrastructure and operations.
What does "port-wide risk management" mean in the context of this program?
In practical terms, it refers to coordinated investments and activities that improve security across the entire port area, integrating multiple stakeholders and aligning improvements with maritime security plans instead of focusing on a single facility in isolation.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this FY 2018 PSGP notice?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS 18 GPD 056 00 01.
What is the CFDA number associated with PSGP?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA number 97.056.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the activity category for this opportunity, and what does it imply?
The activity category is listed as "Other," which reflects that funded projects may span multiple types of security and preparedness activities described in the program guidance rather than fitting into a single standard category.
Who is eligible to apply for the FY 2018 PSGP?
Eligibility is oriented toward organizations and agencies with direct operational or governance roles in maritime and port security. The listing includes for-profit organizations other than small businesses, and notes that other eligible entities are further defined in the official eligibility section of the notice.
What types of organizations are commonly intended recipients?
The program description indicates intended recipients commonly include port authorities, facility operators, and state and local agencies, reflecting shared responsibilities across public and private maritime security stakeholders.
Does PSGP support collaborative, multi-stakeholder approaches?
Yes. The program description emphasizes coordinated efforts across a port area and investments aligned with shared planning requirements, which implies collaboration among port and maritime stakeholders.
How many awards were expected to be made under this FY 2018 opportunity?
The program anticipated making a large number of awards, with expected awards listed as 200.
Is there a maximum (ceiling) award amount listed for this opportunity?
The summary record shows an award ceiling of 0, which typically indicates that a single maximum award amount is not specified in the summary and that applicants would need to consult the full funding notice for any limits, set-asides, or allocation methodology.
When was this FY 2018 opportunity created/published?
The creation date listed for this opportunity is May 21, 2018.
What was the application deadline for the original FY 2018 opportunity?
The original application closing date was June 20, 2018.
How long was the application window based on the dates provided?
Based on the creation date (May 21, 2018) and the original closing date (June 20, 2018), the application window was roughly one month.
What broad outcomes is PSGP intended to improve for ports?
The program is aimed at supporting tangible security improvements and organized risk-management work that enhances security capabilities and resilience across port areas, including the ability to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from security threats and other high-consequence incidents.
Why does the program focus on port-area improvements rather than single-facility projects?
The description highlights that port security is shared among public and private stakeholders and often requires coordinated investments to address vulnerabilities and meet planning requirements across the broader port area.
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