Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending (CPF/CDS): Construction

The Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending (CPF/CDS): Construction grant is administered by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. HRSA is responsible for improving health care access and outcomes for underserved populations across the United States. This funding opportunity originates from congressional appropriations under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, which directs specific funding amounts to designated recipients. Unlike traditional competitive grant programs, this initiative is non-competitive and restricted to organizations explicitly named by Congress to carry out defined construction-related projects. The primary purpose of this funding is to support infrastructure development that enhances access to health care and related services. Funds are intended for construction, renovation, and equipment acquisition projects tied to health care facilities or other community-serving sites. These investments aim to strengthen service delivery capacity, modernize outdated facilities, and expand physical infrastructure to meet community health needs. The funding is highly targeted, with Congress specifying both the recipients and the intended use of funds, ensuring alignment with national and local priorities identified through legislative processes. Allowable uses of funds fall into three main categories: construction or renovation projects, design-only planning activities, and the purchase of moveable equipment. Construction projects may include building new facilities, expanding existing structures, or modernizing interiors and systems such as HVAC, plumbing, or electrical infrastructure. Design-only projects cover architectural and engineering planning for future construction efforts. Moveable equipment funding supports the purchase of non-fixed items such as medical devices, mobile units, or portable power systems. Certain costs are explicitly prohibited, including general operating expenses, rent or mortgage payments, electronic health record systems, and activities unrelated to the project scope. Eligibility for this opportunity is strictly limited to organizations that have been identified by Congress in the appropriations legislation. These entities have already been assigned specific funding amounts and project purposes. As a result, applicants cannot request more or less funding than what has been designated. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, which simplifies financial planning for recipients. Additionally, applicants are restricted to submitting a single application, and only the designated organization may receive the award without transfer or substitution. The application process requires submission through Grants.gov by an authorized organizational representative. Applicants must complete several required components, including the SF-424 application form, a project abstract, a detailed project narrative, a budget and budget narrative using the SF-424C form, and supporting attachments such as environmental documentation, floor plans, and property information. Registration in both SAM.gov and Grants.gov is mandatory prior to submission. Applications must adhere to strict formatting and content guidelines outlined in the notice of funding opportunity. Applications are due by July 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. HRSA expects to issue awards by September 1, 2026, with the project period beginning on the same date and lasting for three years through August 31, 2029. Because this is a non-competitive program, applications are reviewed primarily for completeness, eligibility, and compliance with requirements rather than scored against other submissions. Eligible applicants that successfully submit complete applications will receive awards as specified. Post-award, recipients must comply with federal regulations, reporting requirements, and HRSA program priorities. Reporting includes financial reports, semi-annual progress updates, and a final report documenting project completion. Construction projects require documentation such as photos and certificates of completion, while equipment and design projects have tailored reporting requirements. HRSA also maintains oversight through risk assessments and may request additional documentation throughout the project lifecycle. For assistance, applicants may contact the program office via CDSProgram2026@hrsa.gov.

Ensure strict alignment with congressionally designated project scope; submit all required attachments to avoid delays; verify compliance with environmental and federal requirements; ensure application completeness before deadline