Nonpoint Source Program

Michigan's Nonpoint Source (NPS) Program assists state, federal, and local partners to restore water bodies impaired by polluted runoff and other categories of NPS pollution as well as protecting high quality waters from NPS pollution impacts. The basis of the program is watershed management; therefore, proposals must implement the priority NPS recommendations in critical areas defined in approved watershed management plans.

Applicants must supply proof of a successful financial audit ending within 24 months preceding the RFP release, be in good standing with EGLE, not be on the federal Debarment and Suspension List, and certify they are not an Iran-based business.

Projects implementing NPS based priority recommendations in approved watershed management plans or USEPA-approved Tribal NPS Management Program Plans are eligible. This includes physical, vegetative, and managerial best management practices (BMP), protection practices (e.g. zoning and conservation easements), information and outreach activities, and effectiveness monitoring. Ineligible activities include maintenance practices, land acquisition, point source-related projects, and addressing issues not included in Michigan's NPS Program Plan.

The application process requires a Notice of Intent (NOI) submitted electronically by April 27, 2026. Eligible entities will be invited to submit a full proposal by May 8, 2026. Full proposals must be submitted via email by June 30, 2026.