Nonpoint Source Implementation RFP FY 2026

The application period for this grant opportunity is now closed. EGLE received 24 proposals seeking over $8.9 million in State and Federal funding. The review process is now underway, and we anticipate awarding funding to selected projects in the fall of 2026. The information below may be useful for applying for future rounds of implementation funding as our process is similar year to year.

Eligible applicants include nonprofits that are tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, local units of government (such as state agencies; tribal entities, county, city, township, and village entities; regional planning agencies; Conservation Districts), and Michigan colleges and universities. Applicants must also supply proof of a successful audit at the time of the full application.

Eligible watersheds are watersheds covered by a watershed management plan approved as meeting state and federal guidance or USEPA-approved Tribal NPS management program plans (see Appendix B linked below).

Eligible activities include implementing priority recommendations to address nonpoint sources of pollution in critical or priority areas as designated in an approved watershed management plan.

Two Webinars were hosted by Nonpoint Source Program staff to explain the Nonpoint Source Program, the application process, and new guidance. The first webinar was open to all interested potential applicants and focused on the “Notice of Intent” or pre-application phase. A recording of that webinar is available at the link below. The second webinar was focused on the full application requirements and process and was by invitation only. The webinars were recorded and are available via the links posted below.

• Webinar 1, Notice of Intent – FY26 Nonpoint Source Watershed Implementation Funding - Zoom
• Webinar 2, Full Proposal - FY26 Nonpoint Source Watershed Implementation Funding - Full Proposals - Zoom

FY26 Nonpoint Source Watershed Implementation Funding - Zoom

For additional information please contact your District NPS Staff person, Bob Sweet, or Rob Selesky.

Schedule

• RFP Released: 3/31/26
• Watershed Plans must be 319 Approved: 3/25/26
• Webinar 1 – RFPs, Eligibility, Priorities, and NOI form: 4/8/26
• Notice of Intent Letters due: 4/27/26
• Invitations for Full Proposals sent via e-mail: 5/8/26
• Webinar 2 – 5/19/26 by invitation
• Proposals due: 6/30/26

Request for Proposal Documents

• FY 2026 Nonpoint Source Request for Proposals (RFP)
• Instructions for Implementation Project Grants
• Instructions for NOI form
• Notice of Intent (NOI) Form EQP3595
• Instructions for Cover Sheet Form
• Cover Sheet Form EQP5835
• Instructions for Budget Form
• Budget Form - 15% de minimis (xlsx) EQP9291
• Budget Form - federally negotiated rate: Contact Bob Sweet, SweetR@Michigan.gov, 517-512-9765
• Proposed Best Management Practices (BMP) Form EQP9296
• Checklist for a 319 Approved Watershed Management Plan EQP9252
• NPS RFP FY 2026 Appendices
  • Appendix A: Watershed Management Planning Guidance and Criteria
  • Appendix B: Tribal and Impacted Communities
  • Appendix C: General Guidance for Land and Water Permits
  • Appendix D: Guidance for Projects in Coastal Areas
  • Appendix E: Hydrologic and Geomorphic Guidance
  • Appendix F: Wetland Guidance
  • Appendix G: Supplemental Guidance Urban Runoff
  • Appendix G1: Addressing Stormwater Under Michigan's NPS Program - What's Eligible
  • Appendix H: On Site Wastewater Treatment Systems
  • Appendix I: Social Indicators and Social Monitoring
  • Appendix J: LID and Green Infrastructure Priorities
  • Appendix K: Agricultural Priorities