Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 19 GPD 056 00 01

The Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through FEMA, focused on strengthening security and preparedness at the nations ports. It is described as one of four DHS/FEMA transportation infrastructure security grant programs, designed to help reduce risks to critical infrastructure from terrorist attacks while also improving readiness for major disasters and other emergencies. In practical terms, the program is meant to fund projects and activities that improve port-wide risk management, protect critical surface transportation systems connected to ports, and increase overall resilience so port operations can better prevent, withstand, respond to, and recover from high-impact incidents.

The opportunity frames its purpose within broader federal homeland security strategy. It aligns with the DHS Quadrennial Homeland Security Review mission to strengthen national preparedness and resilience, and it supports the FEMA 2018-2022 Strategic Plan objective of readying the nation for catastrophic disasters. The listing emphasizes that PSGP is not just about compliance or isolated facility upgrades; it is intended to advance coordinated, port-wide security and emergency management capabilities that contribute to a more prepared and resilient national infrastructure. The language also signals an expectation of partnership, encouraging stakeholders across government and the private sector to adopt these priorities and work toward shared preparedness goals.

From an administrative standpoint, this is a grant (Funding Instrument Type: Grant) categorized under a discretionary opportunity. The funding opportunity number is DHS 19 GPD 056 00 01, and it is associated with CFDA number 97.056. The posting lists an expected 250 awards, indicating a relatively broad distribution across eligible port areas and applicants. The award ceiling is shown as 0 in the source data, which typically means the maximum award amount was not specified in that particular summary field and would normally be clarified in the full notice of funding opportunity or related program guidance.

Eligibility, as captured in the source fields, includes for-profit organizations other than small businesses, as well as additional eligible entities grouped under an "Others" category that would be further defined in the full eligibility section. This reflects the reality that ports involve a mix of public agencies and private operators, and that effective port security often depends on investments by terminal operators, port authorities, and other partners who own or operate critical assets. The opportunity was created on April 12, 2019, with an original application deadline of May 29, 2019, and it is issued by DHS/FEMA.

Overall, the FY 2019 PSGP can be understood as federal financial support aimed at improving port security and emergency preparedness through coordinated risk management and protective measures. Its stated focus is safeguarding critical transportation infrastructure tied to ports against terrorism while also enhancing capabilities relevant to large-scale disasters and complex emergencies, consistent with FEMA and DHS strategic preparedness and resilience goals.

  • 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) 2019 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 Apr 12, 2019.
  • Applicants must submit their applications by May 29, 2019. (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 250 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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