Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-17364
DHS Notice of Adoption of Categorical Exclusions under NEPA Section 109
Buyer
Homeland Security Department
Posted
August 26, 2026
Identifier
2026-17364
This notice from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announces the adoption of thirty-five categorical exclusions (CEs) under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Purpose: - Streamlines environmental review processes for certain DHS activities - Types of Actions Covered: - Small-scale energy projects - Utility repairs and upgrades - Demolition and disposal of buildings - Water treatment facilities - Solid waste disposal - Stormwater control - Recycling facilities - Emission reduction projects - Pipeline repairs - Wind turbine installations - Biomass power plants - Hydroelectric systems - Applicability: - DHS will determine applicability based on agency consultation and extraordinary circumstances - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is an administrative notice, not a procurement opportunity - Unique Requirements: - Focuses on environmental procedures and streamlining reviews, not product or service acquisition
Description
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is notifying the public of the adoption of thirty-five categorical exclusions (CEs) under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This notice details the types of actions to which DHS will apply these CEs, the considerations for their applicability, and the consultation process between agencies, including the application of extraordinary circumstances. The adoption aims to streamline environmental review processes for certain DHS activities. The adoption is effective August 26, 2026.