Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #L26AS00048
BLM Funding Opportunity for Recreation and Visitor Services Projects on Public Lands
Buyer
Bureau of Land Management
Posted
July 27, 2026
Respond By
August 28, 2026
Identifier
L26AS00048
NAICS
713990, 924120, 813312
This opportunity from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Department of the Interior, seeks proposals to enhance recreation and visitor services on BLM-managed public lands. - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Department of the Interior - Eligible Applicants: - Public and private institutions of higher education - City, township, special district, state, and county governments - Federally recognized Native American tribal governments - Nonprofit organizations (excluding for-profit entities and individuals) - Products/Services Requested: - Projects that directly enhance recreation and visitor services on BLM lands - Activities may include infrastructure improvements, public engagement, preservation, interpretation, and rehabilitation - Funding Details: - Total estimated funding: $6,600,000 - Individual awards range from $50,000 to $2,000,000 - Approximately 60 awards anticipated - Notable Requirements: - Projects must support federal legislation such as the EXPLORE Act, Great American Outdoors Act, and Dingell Act - Buy America preferences apply to infrastructure projects - No cost sharing or matching required - Substantial BLM involvement through cooperative agreements - Compliance with relevant executive orders required - Applications must be submitted via grants.gov
Description
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering funding for projects that enhance recreation and visitor services on BLM-managed public lands. The program prioritizes implementation of key legislation such as the EXPLORE Act, the Great American Outdoors Act, and the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act. Eligible applicants include various educational institutions, government entities, and nonprofits. The funding supports cooperative agreements with awards ranging from $50,000 to $2,000,000, with a total program funding of $6,600,000 and an expected 60 awards.