Open October 28, 2026. Restricted applicant eligibility and controlling RFP amendments apply. Application deadline November 9, 2026. Exact expenditure restrictions and any proposed match should be confirmed with Michigan LEO.
Verified October 28, 2026 (Michigan LEO official program page and 15-page controlling RFP; budget and prohibited-use clarifications outstanding)
Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO)
Michigan FY2027 Maritime Manufacturing M3 Initiative Community College Grant ($3,500,000 State Pool; November 9)
Michigan Maritime Manufacturing (M3) Initiative: FY 2026-2027 The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, Employment and Training, released a competitive state grant Request for Proposals on October 26, 2026 to continue maritime manufacturing workforce training. The program supports instruction and credentials in maritime welding, maritime machining and maritime construction. This is a grant for […]
Required next actionConfirm the applicant is a Michigan community college directly involved in prior M3 phases. Obtain written clarification about equipment, training materials, student support and match because the RFP Prohibited Uses section and budget narrative create ambiguities. Submit signed cover letter, 10-page maximum narrative, completed budget worksheet and 2-page maximum budget narrative to LEO-Industry-Engagement@michigan.gov by November 9, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EST.