# Virginia Awards Defense Infrastructure Grants

The Commonwealth of Virginia has announced the allocation of **$16.5 million in federal Defense Community Infrastructure Program grants** to support critical infrastructure projects in the Hampton Roads region, enhancing military readiness and community quality of life. Combined with state and local matching funds, the total investment reaches **$23.5 million**. Key projects include sewer infrastructure improvements at Naval Station Norfolk, wastewater upgrades in the City of Portsmouth, and pedestrian safety enhancements near Joint Base Langley-Eustis. These investments reflect coordinated efforts between state agencies, local governments, and military installations to modernize essential infrastructure supporting defense operations.

- The funding supports multiple infrastructure projects critical to military installations, including a **$13.1 million sewer upgrade at Norfolk Naval Station** and a **$3 million wastewater upgrade in Portsmouth**.
- Procurement professionals should note the involvement of state and local entities such as the Commonwealth of Virginia, Hampton Roads Sanitation District, and City of Portsmouth, indicating opportunities for collaboration and contracting.
- The projects emphasize infrastructure resilience and community safety, highlighting potential demand for contractors specializing in wastewater management, civil construction, and pedestrian infrastructure.
- Organizations interested in defense-related infrastructure projects in Virginia should consider engagement with state and local procurement offices and monitor related solicitations or partnership opportunities.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- Commonwealth of Virginia
- Department of Defense (DoD)
- U.S. Navy
- Hampton Roads Sanitation District
- City of Portsmouth

### Key Quotes
> This investment in our region will ensure our national security facilities have the funds needed to improve a sewer infrastructure project at Norfolk Naval Station, upgrade water infrastructure in the City of Portsmouth, and improve a pedestrian crosswalk in partnership with Joint Base Langley-Eustis.
> — Bobby Scott, U.S. Representative

> Reliable infrastructure is essential to the quality of life of our military communities.
> — Abigail Spanberger, Governor

### Sources
- [September Releases](https://www.governor.virginia.gov//newsroom/news-releases/2026/september-releases/name-1124104-en.html) - VA