The FY26 COPS Technology and Equipment Program is a funding opportunity aimed at helping law enforcement agencies improve their technology and equipment. This program supports projects that enhance community policing and crime prevention through better communication and technology.
Who it's for: This grant is for state, territorial, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies, as well as other entities specifically mentioned in the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement. These include state governments, city or township governments, private institutions of higher education, special district governments, and county governments.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being listed in the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement
- Ineligible entity type
- Proposing projects not related to law enforcement technology or equipment
- Non-compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology requirements
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility as specified in the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Compliance documentation with National Institute of Standards and Technology
- Organizational documents
- Previous grant performance reports (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology
- Only entities listed in the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement are eligible
- Noncompetitive, invitational funding means not all applicants may be invited to apply
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include state governments, city or township governments, private institutions of higher education, special district governments, and county governments. Additionally, entities must be designated under the heading 'Community Oriented Policing Services, Technology and Equipment Community Projects / COPS Law Enforcement Technology and Equipment' in the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement.
Overview
This grant is for state, territorial, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies, as well as other entities specifically mentioned in the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement. These include state governments, city or township governments, private institutions of higher education, special district governments, and county governments.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being listed in the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement
- Ineligible entity type
- Proposing projects not related to law enforcement technology or equipment
- Non-compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology requirements
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and acquire law enforcement technology and equipment that assist in crime prevention and community policing. This includes interoperable communications systems and other technologies that meet national standards.
Total Program Funding
$401,406,387
Expected Awards
437
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 2, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 16, 2026(33 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as per the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather compliance documentation with national standards
- Compile organizational documents
- Review previous grant performance reports