Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #o-bja-2026-172778
DOJ FY 2026 Assisting Neighborhoods and Governments with Enforcement of Laws (ANGEL) Grant Program
Buyer
Bureau of Justice Assistance
Posted
September 24, 2026
Respond By
October 20, 2026
Identifier
o-bja-2026-172778
NAICS
922120, 922190
This opportunity is a grant program from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), under the Department of Justice, aimed at supporting state, local, and tribal governments in addressing violent crime committed by criminal illegal aliens. - Government Buyer: - Department of Justice (DOJ) - Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Products/Services Requested: - Hiring or rehiring of full-time sworn law enforcement officers/deputies and civilian/non-sworn personnel - Hiring, retention, and training of critical non-law enforcement staff (forensic, investigative, analytical, prosecution, and legal support roles) - Purchase, implementation, and support of technology and equipment for law enforcement operations - Includes surveillance, intelligence, investigative technology, forensic and analytical equipment, officer safety and tactical equipment - Funding covers multi-year implementation, ongoing subscriptions, training, and maintenance - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Grant funds may be used for salaries for up to three years, to be expended within a five-year period - Technology and equipment purchases must enhance law enforcement operations - Supports both personnel and technology solutions for combating violent crime
Description
This funding opportunity supports state, local, and tribal governments in identifying, disrupting, and preventing violent crime committed by criminal illegal aliens to enhance public safety. It funds participation in Homeland Security Task Force activities and DOJ efforts against gangs, cartels, and violent crime. Eligible activities include hiring sworn and non-sworn law enforcement personnel, critical non-law enforcement personnel, and purchasing technology and equipment. Eligible applicants include various government entities and Native American tribal organizations.