Homeland Security BioWatch Program
Agency: Office of Procurement Operations - Grants Division
Assistance Listings: 97.091 -- Homeland Security Biowatch Program
Description
BioWatch Program is a federally managed, locally operated early warning operational capability designed to enhance national preparedness. The program provides an early warning system that detects the release of a select biological agent that may pose a danger to the public health in select jurisdictions.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Government
- Special district governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
Grants.gov Customer Support
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| FY_25_DHS_Limited_NOFO_BioWatch_FINAL.pdf | DHS-26-CWMD-091-00001 - NOFO | Apr 15, 2026 02:59 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Closing: April 30, 2026
No Explanation
Award
$10,000,000
Program Funding
20
Expected awards
$150,000
Award Minimum
$2,000,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
DHS-26-CWMD-091-00001
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Other
Category Explanation:
Bio detection
History
Version:
3
Posted date:
April 16, 2026
Archive date:
May 30, 2026
