The Title XVI Water Reclamation and Reuse Projects grant is part of the WaterSMART Program by the Bureau of Reclamation. It aims to support projects that plan, design, or construct systems for water reclamation and reuse. These projects help increase water supply and reliability, especially in urban and irrigation settings, by providing new sources of clean water and enhancing water management during shortages.
Who it's for: This grant is open to a wide range of applicants, including states, tribes, and other entities interested in developing water reclamation and reuse projects. There are no specific restrictions on who can apply, making it accessible to many types of organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to meet cost-sharing requirements
- Incomplete application submission
- Projects not related to water reclamation or reuse
- Lack of alignment with federal priorities
- Non-compliance with executive orders mentioned
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Proof of cost-sharing ability
- Organizational financial statements
- Environmental impact assessments
- Project timeline and milestones
- Letters of support from partners
- Documentation of previous project successes
- Compliance with federal executive orders
Cautions
- Ensure compliance with Executive Orders 14154 and 14332
- Projects must align with federal water management priorities
- Significant cost-sharing is required
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to a wide range of applicants, with eligibility being unrestricted. This means that states, tribes, and other entities interested in water reclamation and reuse projects can apply. There are no specific restrictions on the types of organizations that can apply, making it accessible to many different groups.
Overview
This grant is open to a wide range of applicants, including states, tribes, and other entities interested in developing water reclamation and reuse projects. There are no specific restrictions on who can apply, making it accessible to many types of organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to meet cost-sharing requirements
- Incomplete application submission
- Projects not related to water reclamation or reuse
- Lack of alignment with federal priorities
- Non-compliance with executive orders mentioned
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for planning, designing, and constructing water reclamation and reuse projects. This includes developing systems that provide new sources of clean water and improve water supply reliability.
Total Program Funding
$40,000,000
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 14, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 26, 2027(422 days)
- Archive Date
- Nov 24, 2027
Application Checklist
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Ensure proof of cost-sharing is available
- Gather organizational financial documents
- Conduct environmental impact assessments
- Outline a clear project timeline
- Obtain letters of support
- Document previous project successes
- Review compliance with relevant executive orders