The Intercity Bus Security Grant Program for 2026 is designed to help intercity bus companies enhance their security measures to protect against terrorism. The program is part of a broader effort by the Department of Homeland Security to secure transportation infrastructure.
Who it's for: This grant is specifically for for-profit intercity bus companies that are looking to improve their security measures to protect against potential terrorist threats.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a for-profit organization
- Not being an intercity bus company
- Failure to demonstrate a need for security enhancements
- Inability to provide cost-sharing or matching funds
- Incomplete application submission
What You May Need
- Proof of for-profit status
- Detailed security enhancement plan
- Budget proposal including cost-sharing details
- Past financial statements
- Documentation of current security measures
- Organizational chart
- Proof of intercity bus operations
- Completed application form
- Letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure you meet the cost-sharing requirement
- Strict deadline of July 24, 2026
- Funds must be used specifically for security enhancements
- Detailed documentation is required
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are for-profit organizations specifically operating as intercity bus companies. These entities must demonstrate a need for enhanced security measures to protect against potential terrorist threats.
Overview
This grant is specifically for for-profit intercity bus companies that are looking to improve their security measures to protect against potential terrorist threats.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a for-profit organization
- Not being an intercity bus company
- Failure to demonstrate a need for security enhancements
- Inability to provide cost-sharing or matching funds
- Incomplete application submission
Use of Funds
The funds can be used to enhance security measures for intercity bus operations, including but not limited to, surveillance systems, security personnel, and training programs aimed at preventing terrorist attacks.
Total Program Funding
$1,900,000
Expected Awards
30
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 24, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 24, 2026(29 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 23, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify for-profit status
- Prepare a comprehensive security enhancement plan
- Draft a budget including cost-sharing details
- Gather past financial statements
- Document current security measures
- Create an organizational chart
- Compile proof of intercity bus operations
- Complete the application form
- Obtain letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
- Submit application by July 24, 2026