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Indian Highway Safety Traffic Records Forum Grant: eligibility, deadline, and how to apply (2026)

Updated October 2026 5 min read

Key Facts

Agency
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Award Range
$850 to $5,000
Deadline
Closed 2026-07-24
Time Remaining
This cycle closed on 2026-07-24. Check grants.gov for the next cycle.
CFDA Number
20.600
Bottom line: The Indian Highway Safety Traffic Records Forum Grant provides $850 to $5,000 in funding through the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Office of Justice Services (OJS), Indian Highway Safety Program (IHSP) solicits proposals for implementing traffic safety programs and projects which are designated to reduce the number of traffic crashes, deaths, and injuries within these populations. Indian Highway Safety Grants are reimbursable grants available to federally recognized Native American Tribes.

The Indian Highway Safety Traffic Records Forum Grant is a federal funding opportunity administered by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. This guide covers everything you need to know to determine whether you qualify and how to submit a competitive application once the next cycle opens.

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Eligibility requirements

To qualify for the Indian Highway Safety Traffic Records Forum Grant, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Details from the notice: This opportunity is only for those federally recognized tribes who do not currently have an Indian Highway Safety grant in place for FY 2026. Applicant types on grants.gov: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).

Eligibility requirements can change between funding cycles. Always verify the current criteria on the official Grants.gov listing before beginning your application.

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How to apply: step by step

  1. Register on SAM.gov. Every federal grant applicant needs an active SAM (System for Award Management) registration. Allow 2-4 weeks for new registrations to process. Existing registrations must be renewed annually.
  2. Get a UEI number. Your Unique Entity Identifier is assigned through SAM.gov and replaces the old DUNS number. You will need this on every federal application.
  3. Review the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Download the full NOFO from the Grants.gov listing. Pay close attention to review criteria, budget limits, and required attachments.
  4. Prepare your application package. Most federal grants require a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capacity statement, and supporting documents. Follow the page limits and formatting rules exactly.
  5. Submit through Grants.gov. Create a workspace, upload all required forms and attachments, and submit once the next cycle opens. The system timestamps your submission, and late applications are automatically rejected.
  6. Confirm receipt. Keep the tracking number or confirmation email, and check back in 1-2 business days that your application passed the validation checks.

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Grant details

Detail Information
Grant Name Indian Highway Safety Traffic Records Forum Grant
Funding Agency Bureau of Indian Affairs
CFDA Number 20.600
Award Minimum $850
Award Maximum $5,000
Deadline Closed 2026-07-24
Category Infrastructure & Transportation
Matching Required No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program
Application Link Apply on Grants.gov

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the Indian Highway Safety Traffic Records Forum Grant?

Details from the notice: This opportunity is only for those federally recognized tribes who do not currently have an Indian Highway Safety grant in place for FY 2026. Applicant types on grants.gov: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized). Requirements can change between cycles, so always verify on the official Grants.gov listing before applying.

Can a for-profit business apply for the Indian Highway Safety Traffic Records Forum Grant?

No. grants.gov lists these applicant types for this program, and for-profit businesses are not among them: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).

What is the deadline for Indian Highway Safety Traffic Records Forum Grant?

The current deadline is closed on 2026-07-24; the next cycle has not been posted. Many federal grants operate on annual or rolling cycles. If this deadline has passed, check the Grants.gov listing for the next funding opportunity.

Does Indian Highway Safety Traffic Records Forum Grant require matching funds?

No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program. Matching requirements can vary by fiscal year and applicant type, so confirm with the funding agency before committing resources.