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quested in relation to the proposed project; and (6) the relevance and importance to announced program objectives.
nicating with the staff of the Institute. A description of the NIH Peer Review Appeal procedures is available on the NIH home page www.nih.gov/1997/97.11.21/n2.html. Renewals: Cancer Education Grants may be made for periods of up to 5 years and renewals may be submitted when appropriate. Research training grants may be renewed for additional project periods of 5 years. Career awards are not renewable after a 5-year project period. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula or matching requirements. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Up to 5 years. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Progress reports are required each year. An annual financial sta tus report is required 90 days after the end of the budget period. Special reports may be requested by the grantor. Terminal reports are re quired 6 months after the end of a project. Audits: "In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations, nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133.” In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi cials. Records: Expenditures and other financial records must be retained for 3 years from the day on which the grantee submits the last financial sta tus report for the report period. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-0849-0-1-550. Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $84,392,000; FY 99 est $111,633,000 and FY 00 est $113,633,000. to $739,381; $111,000. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, 227 Individual NRSA Awards, including 97 competing awards totaling $2,769,000; 219 Institutional NRSA Awards, including 39 competing awards totaling $6,838,000; 228 Research Career Development Awards totaling $22,782,000; 86 Cancer Education awards totaling $14,310,000; In fiscal year 1999, 1061 Manpower awards are estimated, and an estimated 1075 awards will be made in fiscal year 2000. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 42 CFR 6; 42 CFR 66; 45 CFR 74; Application kit, National Institutes of Health; PHS Grants Policy Statement, DHHS Publication No. (OASH) 94- 50,000, (Rev.) April 1, 1994. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Headquarters Office: Program Contact: Dr. Brian W. Kimes, Acting Chief, Cancer Training Branch, Division of Cancer Treatment, Diag- stitutes of Health, Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services, EPS-234, Bethesda, MD 20892. Telephone: (301)496-7753. Use the same numbers for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.399, Cancer Control. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: (1) Individual Fellowship: Neutrophil Cytotoxicity - Model of Tumor Cell Resistance; (2) Institutional Training: Development and Neoplasia (Tumor Biology); (3) Cancer Education: Breast Education Through Adult Literacy Programs, and (4) Career: Targeted Immunotherapies in Cancer. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: The major elements in evaluating proposals include the assessment of: (1) the scientific merit and general significance of the proposed study and its objectives; (2) the technical adequacy of the experimental design and approach; (3) the competency of the proposed investigator or group to successfully pursue the project; (4) the adequacy of the available and proposed facilities and resources; (5) the necessity of the budget components re
FEDERAL AGENCY: NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH, DE PARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Public Health Service Act, as amended, Sections 301 and 412, Public Law 78-410, 42 U.S.C. 241; Public Law 100-607, 42 U.S.C. 285a-1; Public Law 99-500, and Report 99-711 to accompany H.R. 5233. OBJECTIVES: To reduce cancer incidence, morbidity, and mortality through an orderly sequence from research on interventions and their impact in defined populations to the broad, systematic application of the research results. Primary emphasis is on the inclusion of a cancer control intervention in any proposed study. Cancer Control research studies are classified into one of five phases that represent the orderly progression noted in the definition: (1) Hypothesis development; (2) methods development and testing; (3) controlled intervention trials to establish cause-and-effect relationships; (4) research in defined populations; and (5) demonstration and implementation studies. Primary interest is in research on cancer control interventions in Phases 2 through 5. Cancer Control programs include those in the following areas: (1) Chemoprevention; (2) nutrition and diet; (3) screening and early detection; (4) community oncology, and rehabilitation and pain management; (5) special populations research; (6) public health applications; (7) biobehavioral mechanisms; and (7) surveillance research. Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program: To expand and improve the SBIR program; to increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal research and development; and to foster and encourage participation of socially and economically disadvantaged small business concerns and women-owned small business concerns in technological innovation. Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program: To stimulate and foster scientific and technological innovation through cooperative research and development carried out between small business concerns and research institutions; to foster technology transfer between small business concerns and research institutions; to increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal research and development; and to foster and encourage participation of socially and economically disadvantaged small business concerns and women-owned small business concerns in technological in novation. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants (Cooperative Agreements). USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Grants and cooperative agreements may be made to eligible institutions for the support of cancer research projects. The grants and cooperative agreements may be used for personnel, consultant costs, equipment, supplies, travel, patient costs, animals, alterations and renovations, miscellaneous items, and indirect costs. Restrictions are imposed against the use of funds for entertainment, foreign travel (unless specifically authorized), office equipment, and other items not normally necessary for the effective prosecution of such research. SBIR Phase I grants (of approximately 6-months' duration) are to establish the technical merit and feasibility of a proposed research effort that may lead to commercial product or process. Phase II grants are for the continuation of the research initiated in Phase I, and that are likely to result in commercial products or processes. Only Phase I awardees are eligible to apply for Phase II support. STTR Phase I grants (normally of 1-year duration) are to determine the scientific, technical, and commercial merit and feasibility of the proposed cooperative effort that has potential for commercial application. Phase II funding is based on results of research initiated in Phase I and scientific and technical merit and commercial potential of Phase II application. The SBIR Fast-Track Initiative provides additional assistance to applicants by expediting the decision and award of SBIR Phase II funding for scientifically meritorious applications for projects that have a high potential for commercialization. Fast-Track is a parallel review option whereby Phase I and Phase II projects are reviewed concurrently with the aim of reducing or eliminating the funding gap between Phase I and Phase II. Page 3
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: public agency, nonprofit research institution or for-profit organization entific merit and program relevance by a scientific review group and a national advisory council. STTR grants can be awarded only to domes-tic small business concerns (entities that are independently owned and operated for profit, are not dominant in the field in which research is proposed and have no more than 500 employees) which “partner" with a research institution in cooperative research and development. At least 40 percent of the project is to be performed by the small business concern and at least 30 percent by the research institution. In both Phase I and Phase II, the research must be performed in the U.S. and its possessions. To be eligible for funding, a grant application must be approved for scientific merit and program relevance by a scientific re- view group and a national advisory council. Beneficiary Eligibility: University, college, hospital, public agency, non profit research institutions or for-profit organizations. Credentials Documentation: Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local governments. Forprofit organizations' costs are determined in accordance with 48 CFR, Subpart 31.2 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations. For other grantees, costs will be determined in accordance with HHS Regulations 45 CFR, Part 74, Subpart Q. For SBIR and STTR grants, applicant organization (small business concern) must present in a research plan an idea that has potential for commercialization and furnish evidence that scientific competence, experimental methods, facilities, equipment, and funds requested are appropriate to carry out the plan. Grant forms PHS 6246-1 and PHS 6246-2 are used to apply for SBIR Phase I and Phase II, respectively. Grant forms PHS 6246-3 and PHS 6246-4 are used to apply for STTR Phase I and Phase II, respectively. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: Not applicable. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: Application form PHS-398 (Rev. May 1995) is the standard form that can be obtained from the Division of Extramural Outreach and Information Resources, National Institutes of Health, 6701 Rockledge Drive, MSC 7910, Bethesda, MD 20892-7910. Telephone (301) 435-0714, E-mail . The standard application forms as furnished by DHHS and required by 45 CFR, Part 92 for State and local governments, must be used for this program. This program is subject to the provisions of 45 CFR, Part 92 for State and local governments and OMB Circular No. A-110 for nonprofit organizations. SBIR and STTR Grant Solicitations and SBIR Contract Solicitation may be obtained electronically through the NIH's “Small Business Funding Opportunities” home page at http:// www.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbir.htm on the World Wide Web. A limited number of hard copies of these publications are produced. Subject to availability, they may be obtained by contacting the NIH support services contractor: phone: (301) 206-9385; fax: (301) 206-9722; email: . The Solicitations include submission procedures, review considerations, and grant application or contract proposal forms. SBIR and STTR grant applications should be submitted to the Center for Scientific Review, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 1040 MSC 7710, Bethesda, MD 20892-7710. Award Procedure: Grants and cooperative agreements are funded based on scientific merit, program relevance, and program balance and are made annually. Initial award provides funds for first budget period (usually 12 months) and Notice of Grant Award (Form PHS 1533) indicates support recommended for remainder of project period, allocation of Federal funds by budget categories, and special conditions, if any. All accepted SBIR/STTR applications are evaluated for scientific
and technical merit by an appropriate scientific peer review panel and by a national advisory council or board. All applications receiving a priority score compete for available SBIR/STTR set-aside funds on the basis of scientific and technical merit and commercial potential of the proposed research, program relevance, and program balance among the areas of research. Deadlines: New: February 1, June 1, and October 1. Renewals and sup plements: March 1, July 1, and November 1. SBIR Applications: April 15, August 15, and December 15. STTR Applications: April 1, August 1, and December I. Range of ApprovalDisapproval Time: Regular Grants: Approximately 10 months. SBIR/STTR: About 7-1/2 months. Appeals: A principal investigator (P.I.) may question the substantive or procedural aspects of the review of his/her application by communicating with the staff of the Institute. A description of the NIH Peer Review Appeal procedures is available on the NIH home page www.nih.gov/1997/97.11.21/n2.html. Renewals: Applications submitted for renewal are reviewed and selected for funding on a competitive basis. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula or matching requirements. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Grants and cooperative agree ments average from 3 to 4 years, up to a maximum of 5 years. Renewals may be awarded for additional periods of up to 5 years based on competitive peer review. Funding is provided through Monthly Demand Payment System or an Electronic Transfer System. SBIR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 6 months; normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. STTR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 1 year, normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Progress reports are required each year. Annual financial status report is required 90 days after the end of a budget period. Special reports may be requested by DHHS. Terminal reports are required 6 months after the end of a project. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi cials. Records: Expenditures and other financial records must be retained for 3 years from the day on which the grantee submits the last financial sta tus report for the report period. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-0849-0-1-550. FY 00 est $101,671,000. to $2,686,349, $356,000. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In FY 1998, 245 competing appli cations were approved and 41 (16.7 percent) were funded. A total of 179 competing and non-competing awards were made. In fiscal year 1999, 191 total awards are estimated and fiscal year 2000, 198 total awards estimated. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Grants: 42 CFR 52; 45 CFR 74 and PHS Grants Policy Statement, DHHS Publication No. (DASH) 94-50,000, (Rev.) April 1, 1994. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Headquarters Office: Program Contacts: For chemoprevention, nutrition and diet, screening and early detection, community oncology and reha- bilitation and pain management, Dr. Barnett S. Kramer, Deputy Direc- tor, Division of Cancer Prevention, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services, 9000 Rockville Pike, Building 31/10A49, Bethesda, MD 20892. Telephone: (301) 496-9569. For public health applications, Page 4
to have used funds from the State Family Assistance Grant in violation of the Statute, the Secretary shall reduce the grant payable to the State for the immediately succeeding fiscal year by that same amount. For Tribes, The Secretary will have the ability to maintain program funding accountability consistent with generally accepted accounting principles and the requirements of the Indian Self Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450 et seq.). Records: States, Territories and Tribes must maintain records containing information the Secretary may require by regulation. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-1552-0-1-609. Obligations: (State and Tribal Family Assistance Grants) FY 98 $16,488,667,000; FY 99 est $16,488,667,000; and FY 00 est $16,488,667,000. (Territory Assistance Grants and Matching Grants) FY 98 $96,496,000; FY 99 est $96,495,000; and FY 00 est $77,875,000. (Supplemental Grant for Population Increases) FY 98 $79,447,000; FY 99 est $159,720,000; and FY 00 est $159,720,000.(Contingency Funds) FY 98 $1,960,000,000; FY 99 est $0; and FY 00 est $0. (High Performance Bonus) FY 98 $0; FY 99 est $200,000,000;and FY 00 est $200,000,000; (Decrease in Illegitimacy Bonus) FY 98 $0; FY 99 est $100,000,000; and FY 00 est $100,000,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: State Family Assistance Grants is from $21,781,446 to $3,733,817,784. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: As of September 18, 1998, 15 Trib al TANF plans have been determined complete. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Temporary As sistance for Needy Families (TANF) Proposed Rule was published in the Federal Register on November 20, 1997 (Vol. 62. No. 224). INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: States, Territories and Tribes should contact the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Regional Offices. (See Appendix IV of the Catalog.) Headquarters Office: For all grants except Tribal grants: Office of the Director, Office of Family Assistance, Administration for Children and Families, Department of Health and Human Services, 5th Floor, Aerospace Building, 370 L'Enfant Promenade, SW., Washington, DC 20447. For Tribal Grants: Office of the Director, Office of Community Services, Administration for Children and Families, Department of Health and Human Services, 5th Floor, Aerospace Building, 370 L'Enfant Promenade, SW., Washington, DC 20447. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.559, Federal Loans for State Welfare Pro- grams; 93.594, Tribal Work Grants; 93.595, Welfare Reform Research, Evaluations and National Studies; 93.596, Child Care Mandatory and Matching Funds of the Child Care and Development Fund; 93.575, Child Care and Development Block Grant; 93.667, Social Services Block Grant.
program to Indian families that have moved from the service area of an Indian tribe that has an approved tribal family assistance plan. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Loans are available to loan-eligible States which are defined as the 50 States of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and Indian Tribes with an approved tribal assistance plan provided that a penalty has not been imposed against the State under Section 409(a)(1) of that Act. In addition, the Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996 amended Title 31 United States Code by inserting a new section 372B which prohibits Federal financial assistance in the form of a loan to any one with an out standing debt with any Federal Agency which is in delinquent status. Beneficiary Eligibility: Needy families with children, as defined by the State in its State plan submitted to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Credentials/Documentation: Applicants must certify that funds are to be used for the purposes for which a grant under section 403(a) of the Act may be used; enclose an opinion of counsel stating that borrowing is authorized under State law and an incumbency certificate stating that the person who will sign the loan agreement (promissory note) has the authority to execute such a loan on behalf of the State. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: Consultation is available from the Head quarters Office listed below. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.Consultation is available from the Headquarters Of fice listed below. Application Procedure: A letter requesting a loan is acceptable. Other procedures are under development. Range of Approval Disapproval Time: Not applicable. Appeals: Not applicable. Renewals: Not applicable. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: Cumulative amount of all out- standing loans to a State during fiscal years 1997 through 2002 shall not exceed 10 percent of the State Family Assistance Grant. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Loans will mature in 3 years at the latest. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: None. (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi- cials. Account Identification: 75-1551-0-1-609. Repayments) FY 98 $0; FY 99 est $0; and FY 00 est $0. fiscal years 1998 and 1999. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Action transmittal OFA-TANF-98-2 issued February 3, 1998. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. tration for Children and Families, P.O. Box 1182, Washington, DC 20013. Telephone: (202)401-5069. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.558, Temporary Assistance for Needy Fami lies; 93.595, Welfare Reform Research, Evaluations and National Studies; 93.596, Child Care Mandatory and Matching Funds of the Child Care and Development Fund.
93.559 FEDERAL LOANS FOR STATE WELFARE PROGRAMS FEDERAL AGENCY: ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Social Security Act, Title IV, Part A, Section 406, as amended; Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconcili ation Act of 1996, Public Law 104-193, 110 Stat. 2151, 42 U.S.C. 606. OBJECTIVES: To provide additional support to States so they can suc cessfully fulfill the goals of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Fami lies Program (TANF). TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Direct Loans. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: The Secretary shall make loans to any loan-eligible State, for a period of maturity of not more than 3 years. The Secretary shall charge and collect interest on these loans at a rate equal to the current average market yield. The cumulative dollar amount of outstanding loans made to a State during fiscal years 1997 through 2002 shall not exceed 10 percent of the State family assistance grant. The total dollar amount of loans outstanding may not exceed $1,700,000,000. A State shall use a loan only for any purpose for which the State Family Assistance Grant may be used, including welfare anti-fraud activities and the provision of assistance under the State Page 5
93.568 LOW-INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE
APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: This program is subject to the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-110. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-102. Award Procedure: Eligible applicants submit a signed application to HHS. This document includes a detailed program proposal and budget. and grant awards are issued. Deadlines: Determined annually. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: None. Appeals: Not applicable. Renewals: Continuations require additional appropriations. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: Grants are awarded on a basis of $1.40 in Federal funds for each $1.00 of private funds up to a maximum of $1,400 per refugee. Up to 80 percent of the nonfederal share may be through in-kind donations, with a maximum required cash match of 20 percent. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Funds are awarded in the fis cal year for which the appropriation was made. Grants project and budget periods are on a calendar year basis and are generally awarded with a 3-year project period and incremental 1-year budget periods. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Program Progress Reports are required every 4 months and Fi nancial Status Reports are required quarterly. A final Financial Status Report and a final Program Status Report are required. Audits: Periodic audits should be made as part of the recipient's systems of financial management and internal control to meet terms and conditions of grants and other agreements. In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. Records: The grantee shall maintain individual case records on all refu gees counted as receiving services. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-1503-0-1-609. Obligations: (Loans) FY 98 $39,000,000; FY 99 est $39,000,000; and FY 00 est $39,000,000. $410,200 to $23,781,800. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, approximately 24,512 refugees were provided services under these grants. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: All inquiries should be directed to the Information Contact listed below. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. ministration for Children and Families, Department of Health and Human Services, 6th Floor, 370 L'Enfant Promenade, SW., Wash- ington, DC 20447. Telephone: (202) 401-4559. Use the same number for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.566, Refugee and Entrant Assistance—State Administered Programs; 93.576, Refugee and Entrant Assistance—Discretionary Grants; 93.584, Refugee and Entrant Assistance—Targeted Assistance. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: HIAS resettled 8,296 refugees in New York City, 996 in Chicago, and 976 in San Francisco. LIRS resettled 1,410 clients in North Carolina and Michigan. USCC placed 4,411 clients at 41 sites in 24 States. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Matching grant awards are made on the basis of a panel review using evaluation criteria contained in the program guidelines implemented in January, 1995.
FEDERAL AGENCY: ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981; Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981, Title XXVI, Section 2602(a), Public Law 97-35, 42 U.S.C. 8621, as amended; Title VI, Public Law 98-558, 95 Stat. 893 and 98 Stat. 2889; Public Law 99425, Title V, 100 Stat. 966; Title VII, Public Law 101-501, 104 Stat. 1258; National Institutes of Health Revitalization Act of 1993, Title XX, Public Law 103-43; Human Services Amendments of 1994, Title III, Public Law 103-252. OBJECTIVES: Energy Assistance Block Grants: To make Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) grants available to States and other jurisdictions to assist eligible households to meet the costs of home energy. Supplemental Leveraging Incentive Funds may be awarded to reward States and other jurisdictions that provide additional benefits and services to LIHEAP-eligible households beyond what could be provided with Federal funds. Up to 25 percent of the leveraging incentive funds may be set aside for LIHEAP grantees that provide services through community-based nonprofit organizations to help LIHEAP-eligible households reduce their energy vulnerability; under the Residential Energy Assistance Challenge Program (REACH). Training and Technical Assistance: To provide training and technical assistance to States and other jurisdictions administering the LIHEAP block grant program. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants (Cooperative Agreements or Contracts). USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Energy Assistance Block Grants: Funds are awarded to States and other jurisdictions, which then make payments directly to an eligible low-income household or, on behalf of such household, to an energy supplier to assist in meeting the cost of home energy. Up to 10 percent of these funds may be used for State and local planning and administration. Up to 15 percent may be used for low-cost residential weatherization. Grantees may request that DHHS grant a waiver for the fiscal year that increases from 15 percent to 25 percent funds that can be allotted for residential weatherization.) Depending upon specific appropriations, DHHS may allocate supplemental LIHEAP leveraging incentive funds to grantees that have acquired nonfederal leveraged resources for their LIHEAP programs. Beginning in fiscal year 1996, up to 25 percent of leveraging incentive funds may be allocated by DHHS to LIHEAP grantees that provide services through community-based nonprofit organizations to LIHEAPeligible households to reduce their energy vulnerability, under the Residential Energy Assistance Challenge Program (REACH). Up to $600,000,000 is authorized as emergency contingency funds to be used to meet additional needs arising from a natural disaster or other emergency. Such funds will be made available only after submission to Congress of a formal budget request for all or part of the funds by the President that designates the amount of the request as an emergency under the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. Training and Technical Assistance: The Secretary has authority to set aside up to $250,000 from each year's appropriation for training and technical assistance relating to the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program. These activities are accomplished through grants, contracts, or jointly financed cooperative agreements with States, Indian tribes, tribal organizations, public agencies, or private nonprofit organizations. The nature of and amount awarded for training and tech nical assistance vary from year to year. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Energy Assistance Block Grants: All States, the District of Columbia, federally- and State-recognized Indian Tribal governments which request direct funding, and specified Territories may receive direct grants. The prospective grantee must submit an annual application. Grantees desiring leveraging incentive funds and REACH funds must submit special applications each year. Instructions will be issued if emergency contingency funds are released. Training and Technical Assistance: States, Indian tribes or tribal organizations, Territories, public agencies, and private nonprofit organizations may apply. Nothing in the statute precludes a business concern that applies jointly with a private nonprofit organization from receiving a training Page 6
scribed and documented); (b) adequacy of work program (specific, measurable goals appropriately related to needs, adequately described activities appropriately related to goals); (c) significant and beneficial impact (significantly improved or increased nutrition services for lowincome individuals, significant leverage or mobilization of funds, the enhancement of existing outreach activity, and either addresses a onetime problem or can be continued with nonfederal resources); (d) implementation coordinated with other organizations to avoid duplication and improve service delivery; (e) ability of applicant to perform (successful past experience in operation nutrition-related activities, and quality of staff); and (f) adequacy of the proposed budget.
93.575 CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (Discretionary Fund of the Child Care and Development Fund)
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: (1) Formula Grants: Formula grant awards are made for a specific grant period in the fiscal year; amounts unobligated by the State at the end of a grant period are not available for obligation after the expiration of the established grant period. (2) Direct Grants: Financial assistance made available under the competitive grant component will normally be for a 1-year period and each project will have an expiration date. However, at the discretion of the Director, Office of Community Services, Administration for Children and Families, shorter or longer project periods, i.e., up to 17 months, may be established. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: (1) Formula Grants: States must prepare a final report on the use of formula grants of Community Food and Nutrition funds 90 days after the end of the grant period. (2) Direct Grants: Competitivelyawarded direct grant recipients are required to file semi-annual financial and program progress reports and a final narrative report summarizing the activities and accomplishments of the project in relation to the work program approved by OCS. Audits: (1) Formula Grants: The expenditure of formula grant funds awarded to CSBG recipients is subject to the annual audit requirements of the Single Audit Act of 1984 (Public Law 98-502) as outlined in Title 45 CFR 92. (2) Direct Grants: Private nonprofit organizations receiving competitively-awarded direct grants must submit financial compliance audits covering the grant period in accordance with Federal Regulations. State and local governments receiving such grants are subject to the annual audit requirements of the Single Audit Act as detailed in Title 45 CFR 92. These include requirements that State and local governments that receive financial assistance of $100,000 or more within the State's fiscal year shall have an audit made for that year. State and local governments that receive between $25,000 and $100,000 within the State's fiscal year shall have an audit made in accordance with Title 45 CFR 92, or in accordance with Federal laws and regulations governing the programs in which they participate. Records: (1) Formula Grants: States receiving formula grants are re quired to keep records sufficient to permit preparation of required reports and to permit tracing of funds to a level of expenditure adequate to insure that funds have not been spent unlawfully. (2) Direct Grants: Recipients of competitively-awarded direct grants are required to keep all financial and program reports necessary for program review and audit to insure that funds have been expended in accordance with grant terms and conditions. Records must be kept on file for at least 3 years. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-1504-0-1-506. 00 est $0. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: (1) Formula Grants: $389 to $143,116; $27,272. (2) Direct Grants: $21,500 to $50,000. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, 90 grants were awarded. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: (1) Formula Grants: the CSBG Act, as amended, and internal Information Memorandum. (2) Direct Grants: Office of Community Services, Program Announcement, notice of availability published in the Federal Register. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Headquarters Office: (1) Formula Grants: Mae Brooks, Chief, CSBG Branch, on (202) 401-9343; (2) Direct Grants: Catherine Rivers, Divi- ington, 20447. Telephone: (202) 401-9345. FTS is not available. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.568, Low-Income Home Energy Assistance; 93.569, Community Services Block Grant; 93.570, Community Services Block Grant-Discretionary Awards; 93.600, Head Start; 93.045, Special Programs for the Aging-Title III, Part C-Nutrition Services. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Not applicable. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: (1) Formula Grants: Based on a complete application which addressed the objectives contained in this submission. (2) The rating criteria for competitivelyawarded direct grants are as follows: (a) analysis of needs (target areal population to be served, nature and extent of problem adequately de
FEDERAL AGENCY: ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: 42 U.S.C. 9858; Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990; Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity of 1997, Public Law 105-33. OBJECTIVES: To make grants to States and Tribes to assist low-income families with child care and to: (1) to allow each State maximum flexibility in developing child care programs and policies that best suit the needs of children and parents within State; (2) to promote parental choice to empower working parents to make their own decisions on the child care that best suits their family's needs; (3) to encourage States to provide consumer education information to help parents make informed choices about child care; (4) to assist States to provide child care to parents trying to achieve independence from public assistance; and (5) to assist States in implementing the health, safety, licensing, and registration standards established in State regulations. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Formula Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Lead agencies shall assure that a sub stantial portion of the Discretionary Funds will be used to provide assistance to low-income working families. Not more than 5 percent of the aggregate amount of funds expended by the State may be expended for administrative costs incurred by the State to carry out all of its functions and duties. The term "administrative costs" does not include the costs of providing direct services. A State shall use not less than 4 percent of the amount of funds for activities that are designed to provide comprehensive consumer education to parents and the public, activities that increase parental choice, and activities designed to improve the quality and availability of child care (such as resource and referral services). Except for approved construction of child care facilities by Tribal grantees, no CCDF funds may be used for purchase or improvement of land, or for the purchase, construction, or permanent improvement (other than minor remodeling) of any building or facility. A portion of discretionary funds separately allocated must be used for Child Care Resource and Referral and/or school-age child care services. Another portion of the discretionary funds separately allocated must be used for improving infant/toddler child care services. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: All States, the District of Columbia, Territories (Guam, American Samoa, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Commonwealth of the Northern Marianna Islands), Federally recognized Tribal Governments, Tribal organizations, Alaska Native organizations, and Native Hawaiian organizations. Beneficiary Eligibility: Children under age 13 (or, at the option of the grantee, up to age 19, if disabled or under court supervision), who reside with a family whose income does not exceed 85 percent of the State median income for a family of the same size, and who reside with a parent (or parents) who is working or attending job training or educational program; or are in need of, or are receiving protective serv ices. Credentials/Documentation: Grantees (States, Tribes, Tribal organiza tions, and Alaskan Native Organizations) must operate under a Health and Human Services (HHS) plan, and must certify compliance with all Obligations: (Grants and Contracts) FY 98 $1,002,139,697; FY 99 est Page 7
93.584 REFUGEE AND ENTRANT ASSISTANCE TARGETED ASSISTANCE FEDERAL AGENCY: OFFICE OF REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT, AD MINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, DEPART MENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Immigration and Nationality Act, Section 412(c)(2), as amended, Refugee Assistance Extension Act of 1986, Public Law 99-605, 8 U.S.C. 1522(c); Refugee Education Assistance Act of 1980, Section 501(a), Public Law 96-422, 8 U.S.C. 1522 note; Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act of 1988, Section 584(c), Public Law 100-202; Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act of 1989, Public Law 100-461; Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act of 1990, Public Law 101-167; Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act of 1991, Public Law 101-513. OBJECTIVES: To provide funding for employment-related and other so cial services for refugees, Amerasians, and entrants in areas of high refugee concentration and high welfare utilization. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Formula Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Assistance is limited to employment related and other social services for refugees, Amerasians, and entrants, as defined an the authorizing Acts, supplemented by appropriate documentation from the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) in possession of the refugee. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: The State agency designated as responsible for the Refugee Resettlement Program is eligible to receive funding for assistance to counties and similar areas in States where, because of factors such as unusually large refugee or entrant populations, high refugee or entrant concentrations in relation to the overall population, and high use of public assistance by refugees, there exists a need for supplemen tation of available resources for services to refugees. Beneficiary Eligibility: Refugees, Cuban and Haitian entrants, and cer tain Amerasians from Vietnam and their accompanying family members. Refugees who are admitted to the U.S. under the private sector initiative are not eligible to be served during their period of coverage under their sponsoring agency's agreement with the Department of State. Credentials/Documentation: Persons for whom assistance is authorized are limited to refugees and Amerasian immigrants with documentation from the INS as to their status and to Cuban and Haitian entrants with documentation from the INS as to status allowed under Title V of the Refugee Education Assistance Act of 1980. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local govern ments. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: None. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: States with qualifying counties must submit an application for funding in accordance with application requirements described in the annual notice of availability of formula allocation funding for targeted assistance grants. A State must submit a single application on behalf of all qualified counties in that State. Funding is contingent upon the submission and approval of a State application. Subsequent to the approval of the application by ORR, county governments develop local targeted assistance plans and submit them to the State. Award Procedure: Grants are made to designated State agencies. State agencies, in turn, receive, review, and determine the acceptability of individual county targeted assistance plans. Not less than 95 percent of targeted assistance funds must be allocated by the State to qualified counties. Deadlines: The deadline for applications is 30 days from the date of pub lication of the final notice. Contact Headquarters Office listed below for further information.
ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: to the extent of available appropriations, for employment-related and local resources. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Funds are appropriated on a yearly basis. Payments to States are made through the Payment Man agement System (PMS). POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Quarterly expenditure and program performance (and related statistics) reports are provided by the State agency. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133.“ Records: Separate financial records must be maintained by State agency for 3 years after final payment or of the time period for the particular records in Parts 1-20 of Federal Procurement Regulations, whichever expires earlier. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-1503-0-1-609. Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $35,371,300; FY 99 est $35,371,300; and FY 00 est $35,371,300. States varies according to the number of refugees, Amerasian immigrants, and Cuban and Haitian entrants in a given State. For fiscal year 1998, California received the largest award ($8,389,193) while Ne braska received the smallest ($194,8650). PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, 47 qualified counties received formula funds to provide employment-related and other social services. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 45 CFR 400. Various materials are available on request from the Office of Refugee Health and Human Services, Washington, DC 20447. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. for Children and Families, Department of Health and Human Services, 9246. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.566, Refugee and Entrant Assistance—State Administered Programs; 93.576, Refugee and Entrant Assistance-Dis cretionary Grants. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: (1) Job development and place ment; (2) on-the-job-training; (3) business and employer incentives; (4) job-related and vocational English; and (5) short-term job training. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: A State with at least one qualifying county submits an application on behalf of the qualified counties in that State. Subsequent to the approval of the State's application by ORR, county governments develop local targeted assistance plans and submit them to the State.
93.586 STATE COURT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FEDERAL AGENCY: ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993, Section 13712, Public Law 103-66. OBJECTIVES: To assist State courts in performing their role in the con tinuum of care provided for families and children at risk. This program PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Forty-eight grants were awarded in Page 8
State, or other non-federal sources and directed through the State lead cles for information including information aimed at underserved racial, agency in the preceding fiscal year bears to the aggregate of the ethnic or language-minority populations, and participating in planning amount leveraged by all States from private, State, or other non-federal and monitoring the distribution of grants and grant funds within the sources and directed through the lead agency of such States in the pre- State under section 303(a) of the Act. (See CFDA 93.671, Family Vioceding fiscal year. lence Prevention and Services: Grants to State and Indian Tribes.) Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Grants are awarded for a pe- ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: riod of 3 years, and shall be provided by the Secretary to the State on Applicant Eligibility: To be eligible for a grant under this section, an enan annual basis, as described by the formula information Section. tity shall be a statewide nonprofit State Domestic Violence Coalition. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Beneficiary Eligibility: This program will benefit victims of domestic viReports: Financial and program progress reporting requirements are de olence, their children and other dependents, their families, and other scribed in Program Instructions. persons affected by such violence including friends, relatives, and the Audits: Audits are conducted in accordance with the requirements in 45 general public. CFR 74 and 92. Credentials/Documentation: Applications must be submitted for apRecords: Records are to be kept in accordance with 45 CFR, Parts 74 proval by the Secretary of Heath and Human Services. Costs will be and 92. determined in accordance with 45 CFR 74. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Account Identification: 75-1536-0-1-506. Preapplication Coordination: None. This program is excluded from Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $32,775,309; FY 99 est $32,835,000; and coverage under E.O. 12372.None. This program is excluded from covFY 00 est $32,835,000. erage under E.O. 12372. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Not applicable. Application Procedure: Applications must be submitted to the AdminisPROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Fifty-eight formula grants were tration for Children and Families. No standard application forms are reawarded in fiscal year 1998. Four discretionary grants were awarded in quired. The annual Federal Register notice contains all necessary applifiscal year 1998. cation information. Contact Headquarters Office listed below for furREGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: All pertinent in ther information. structions are contained in the annual Program Instruction. Award Procedure: Funds are awarded directly to State Domestic VioINFORMATION CONTACTS: lence Coalitions. Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Deadlines: Deadlines are specified in the Federal Register notice. Contact Headquarters Office: Ellie Wagoner, Office on Child Abuse and Neglect, 330 “C” Street, SW., Washington, DC 20447. Telephone: (202) Headquarters Office listed below for further information. Range of ApprovalDisapproval Time: Not applicable. 205-0749. FTS is not available. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.643, Children's Justice Grants to States; Appeals: See 45 CFR Part 16, Procedures of the Department Appeals Board. 93.645, Child Welfare Services_State Grants; 93.648, Child Welfare Services Training Grants; 93.667, Social Services Block Grant; 93.669, Renewals: Not applicable. Child Abuse and Neglect State Grants; 93.670, Child Abuse and Ne ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: glect Discretionary Activities; 93.671, Family Violence Prevention and Formula and Matching Requirements: Not less than 10% of the Services. amount available for grants will be made available to the State DomesEXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Not applicable. tic Violence Coalition in each of the 50 States, Puerto Rico and the CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: States which meet all eli District of Columbia. Grants of will be made available to State Domesgibility requirements will receive funds under this program. tic Violence Coalitions in Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and Palau. 93.591 FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: The annual grant award must SERVICES/GRANTS FOR BATTERED WOMEN'S be expended by each State Domestic Violence Coalition by the end of SHELTERS-GRANTS TO STATE DOMESTIC the fiscal year following the fiscal year for which funds are awarded. Payments are made through the Electronic Transfer System. VIOLENCE COALITIONS POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: FEDERAL AGENCY: ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND Reports: Each State Domestic Violence Coalition receiving amounts FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES under this section shall submit an annual report to the Secretary deAUTHORIZATION: Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, as scribing the coordination, training and technical assistance, and public amended; Child Abuse Amendments of 1984, Title III, Public Law 98- education services performed with the grant funds received and evalu457; Child Abuse Prevention, Adoption and Family Services Act of ating the effectiveness of those services. 1988, Title III, Public Law 100-294, as amended; Violent Crime Con- Audits: Audits are conducted in accordance with the requirements in 45 trol and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, Title IV, Public Law 103-322, CFR 92. as amended; 42 U.S.C. 10401; Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Records: State coalitions are required to maintain records documenting Act Amendments of 1996, Public Law 104-235. the purposes for which expenditures were made. Requirements are OBJECTIVES: To further the purposes of domestic violence intervention found in 45 CFR Part 92. and prevention through a range of direct and coordinated activities. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Formula Grants. Account Identification: 75-1536-0-1-506. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: State domestic violence coalitions Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $7,666,039; FY 99 est $8,880,000; and FY may use funds under the Act to support a range of activities, including 00 est $9,780,000. working with local domestic violence programs and providers of direct Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Each State Domestic Vioservices to encourage appropriate responses to domestic violence with- lence Coalition will receive $163,774; each Territory or insular area in the State; working with judicial and law enforcement agencies to en- will receive $32,754. courage appropriate responses to domestic violence cases and examine PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: During fiscal year 1998, approxilegal issues; working with family law judges, criminal court judges, mately 53 grants were made to State Domestic Violence Coalitions for Child Protective Services agencies, and children's advocates to develop coordination, training, technical assistance, and public education activiappropriate responses to child custody and visitation issues in domestic ties. violence cases as well as cases where domestic violence and child REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: No regulations abuse are both present; conducting public education campaigns regard- codified. A Notice of Proposed Rulemaking was published December ing domestic violence through the use of public service announcements 10, 1993, at 45 CFR 1370. and informative materials that are designed for print media, billboards, INFORMATION CONTACTS: public transit advertising, electronic broadcast media, and other vehi- Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Page 9
Register announcement for grants and cooperative agreements and in the Commerce Business Daily for the solicitation of proposals for contracts.
93.596 CHILD CARE MANDATORY AND MATCHING FUNDS OF THE CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT FUND
Official notice of an accepted contract proposal is made through award of a contract. Deadlines: Deadlines for grants and cooperative agreements are an nounced in the Federal Register as part of the announcement. Deadlines for requests for contract proposals are specified in the Commerce Business Daily as part of the solicitation of proposals. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: From 60 to 365 days. Generally, solicited grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts will be acted upon within 120 days. Appeals: Appeals are processed in accordance with HHS regulations in 45 CFR Part 16. Renewals: Extensions and continuations are available if formally applied for and approved. If an application is recommended for approval for 2 or more years, the grantee or contractor must submit each year a formal request for continuation accompanied by a progress report which will be evaluated prior to a recommendation of continuation. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: Grantees are generally required to share in the cost of projects. Cost sharing may range anywhere between 5 and 25 percent of the total approved project cost for grants or cooperative agreements. Contracts are not required to share in the project cost. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Funds are granted on a 1-to 5 year basis, with support beyond the first year contingent upon acceptable evidence of satisfactory progress, continuing program relevance, and availability of funds. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Reports of progress and expenditures are required on all projects. Comprehensive final reports are generally due within 90 days of completion of the project. Audits: Audits are conducted in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 74 and 92. Records: Proper accounting records, identifiable by grant or contract number and including all receipts and expenditures, must be maintained until all questions are resolved. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-1553-0-1-609. Obligations: (Grants) Welfare Research (Grants, Cooperative Agreements and Contracts) FY 98 $15,000,000 (Social Services Research and Dem- onstration funds); FY 99 est $15,000,000 (Social Services Research and Demonstration funds); and FY 00 est $15,000,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: (Grants, Cooperative Agreements and Contracts) $10,000 to $2,000,000. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, grants and con tracts were awarded funding research and evaluation related to welfare reform, employment initiatives, child well-being, child care, and child welfare and State technical assistance. In fiscal years 1999 and 2000, grant and contract awards are expected in child care, child welfare, welfare reform, child impact studies, employment evaluations including Welfare to Work evaluations, rural welfare reform initiatives, and eval uations of State waiver demonstrations. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Guidelines and other information are published in the Federal Register and Commerce Business Daily, INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Contact the appropriate ACF Regional Ad ministrator. (See Appendix IV of the Catalog for ACF Regional Of fices.) Headquarters Office: Karl Koerper, Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation, Administration for Children and Families, Department of Health and Human Services, 7th Floor, Aerospace Building, 370 L'Enfant Promenade, SW., Washington, DC 20447. Telephone: (202) 401-4535. Use the same number for FTS. Fax # (202)205-3598, E- Mail: KKoerper@ Acf.DHHS.Gov. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.558, Temporary Assistance for Needy Fami- lies; 93.647, Social Services Research and Demonstration; 93.648, Child Welfare Services Training Grants. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: See 93.647, Social Services Re search and Demonstration for examples of Planned Projects. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: The criteria for selecting projects to be funded under this program are published in the Federal
FEDERAL AGENCY: ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: 42 U.S.C. 618; Social Security Act, as amended; Per sonal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996, Public Law 104-193; 42 U.S.C. 9858; Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990, as amended; Balanced Budget Act of 1997, Public Law 105-33. OBJECTIVES: To make grants to States and Tribes to assist low-income families with child care and to: (1) to allow each State maximum flexibility in developing child care programs and policies that best suit the needs of children and parents within such State; (2) to promote parental choice to empower working parents to make their own decisions on the child care that best suits their family's needs; (3) to encourage States to provide consumer education information to help parents make informed choices about child care; (4) to assist States to provide child care to parents trying to achieve independence from public assistance; and (5) to assist States in implementing the health, safety, licensing, and registration standards established in State regulations. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Formula Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: States must ensure that not less than 70 percent of the total amount of Mandatory and Matching funds from the Child Care and Development Fund are used to provide child care assistance to families who are receiving assistance under a State program under title IV-A of the Social Security Act as amended by the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996, families who are attempting through work activities to transition off of temporary assistance programs, and families who are at risk of becoming dependent on temporary assistance programs. Not more than 5 percent of the aggregate amount of funds expended by the State may be expended for administrative costs incurred by the State to carry out all of its functions and duties. The term administrative costs does not include the costs of providing direct services. A State shall use not less than 4 percent of the amount of funds for activities that are designed to provide comprehensive consumer education to parents and the public, activities that increase parental choice, and activities designed to improve the quality and availability of child care (such as resource and referral services). Except for approved construction of child care facilities by tribal grantees, no CCDG funds may be used for purchase or for the purchase, construction or permanent improvement (other than minor remodeling) of any building or facility. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: All States, the District of Columbia, Federally rec ognized Tribal Governments, Tribal organizations, and Alaskan Native Corporations. Beneficiary Eligibility: Children under age 13 (or up to age 19, if dis abled or under court supervision), who reside with a family whose income does not exceed 85 percent of the State median income for a family of the same size, and reside with a parent (or parents) who is working or attending job training or educational program, or are in need of, or are receiving protective services. Credentials/Documentation: Grantees (States, Tribes, Tribal organiza tions, and Alaskan Native Organizations) must operate under a plan approved by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and must certify compliance with all Federal regulations governing the pay ments under the Child Care and Development Fund. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: The Chief Executive Officer of each grantee must designate a Lead Agency, the duties of which shall include developing a plan that must be submitted with the application for a grant. In conjunction with the development of the plan, the lead agency must hold at least one public hearing with sufficient time and Statewide distribution of the notice of such hearing, to allow the public an opportunity to comment on the provision of child care services Obligations: (Grants and Contracts) FY 98 $2,070,387,000; FY 99 est Page 10
Records: Currently, none are required. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-1536-0-1-506. Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $0; FY 99 est $20,000,000; and FY 00 est $20,000,000. Regional or Local Office: ACF Regional Offices. mentation, Children's Bureau, Administration for Children, Youth and Families, 330 C St. SW., Washington, DC 20202. Telephone: (202) 205-6733. RELATED PROGRAMS: None. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Not applicable. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: All State Agencies are considered if the number of adoptions exceed the baseline number of adoptions.
93.612 NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAMS
FEDERAL AGENCY: ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Native American Programs Act of 1974, as amended, Public Law 93-644; Older Americans Act Amendments of 1987, Title V, Public Law 100-175; Indian Reorganization Act Amendments, Section 215, Public Law 100-581; Older Americans Act Amendments of 1992, Title VIII, Public Law 102-375; 42 U.S.C. 2991 et seq. OBJECTIVES: To provide financial assistance, training and technical as sistance, and research, demonstration and evaluation activities to public and private nonprofit organizations including Indian Tribes, urban Indian centers, Alaska Native villages, Native Hawaiian organizations, rural off-reservation groups, and Native American Pacific Island groups for the development and implementation of social and economic development strategies that promote self-sufficiency. These projects are expected to result in improved social and economic conditions of Native Americans within their communities and to increase the effectiveness of Indian Tribes and Native American organizations in meeting their economic and social goals. Additional competitive areas include: 1) Environmental Regulatory Enhancement, designed to assist Tribal and Alaska Village governments in developing environmental programs responsive to tribal needs; and 2) Native Languages Preservation and Enhancement, a program to assist Native American tribes and commu nities in ensuring the survival and continued vitality of their languages. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Direct Loans; Project Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Grants may be used for such pur poses as, but not limited to: (1) Governance Projects which assist tribal and village governments, Native American institutions, and local leadership to exercise local control and decision-making over their resources; (2) Economic Development Projects, which promote the long term mobilization and management of economic resources necessary to achieve a diversified economy; and (3) Social Development Projects which support local access to, control of, and coordination of services and programs for the social benefit of community members. Funds may be used for Financial Assistance Grants; Training and Technical Assist ance; and Research, Demonstration and Evaluation. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Public and private nonprofit agencies, including but not limited to, governing bodies of Indian tribes on Federal and State reservations, Alaska Native villages and regional corporations established by the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, such public and nonprofit private agencies serving Native Hawaiians, Indian and Alaska Native organizations in urban or rural nonreservation areas, and Native American Pacific Islanders (American Samoan Natives, and indigenous peoples of Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana and the Republic of Palau). Beneficiary Eligibility: American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Ha waiians, and Native American Pacific Islanders. Credentials Documentation: Nonprofit organizations must submit proof of nonprofit status. Applicable costs and administrative procedures will
be determined in accordance with Parts 74 and 92 of the Code of Federal Regulations, which implement the requirements of applicable OMB Circular Nos. A-87, A-21, and A-122. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: Information regarding the availability of grant funds will be published from time to time in the Federal Register as Program Announcements, which will provide details on program objectives for which applications are being solicited and other application requirements. The Administration for Native Americans will provide each applicant with the appropriate forms for the application for Federal assistance and instructions for applying for grants from the Administration for Native Americans programs. Applications should be submitted to U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Grants Management, Mail Stop HHH 326-F, 370 L'Enfant Promenade, SW., Washington, DC 20447. Award Procedure: All funds are awarded directly to the grantees. Deadlines: Each program announcement specifies the due dates for sub mission of applications. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Applicants will receive notice of approval/disapproval approximately 120 days after receipt of applica tion. Appeals: Appeals are processed in accordance with HHS regulations in 45 CFR 16. Renewals: Not applicable. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula for distribution of funds. A matching share of 20 percent is required unless waived in accordance with criteria which are also published in 45 CFR 1336.50. Matching requirements under $200,000 (including in-kind contributions) are waived for applications originating from the Native American Pacific Islands in accordance with Sec. 501(d), Public Law 95-134, as amended (48 U,S,C, 1469a). This program has maintenance of effort requirements; see funding agency for further details. Waiver requirements are contained in 45 CFR, Part 1336.50. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Grantees may apply for com petitive continuation support within a project period of 1 to 3 years. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Semi-Annual Financial Status Reports, Report of Federal Cash Transactions, Project Progress Reports, and an annual Evaluation Re port are required. Audits: Audits are conducted in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 74 and 92. Records: Financial records, supporting documents and all other related records pertinent to ANA grants must be maintained for a period of 3 years. If an audit is not completed by the end of the 3-year period, or if audit findings have not been resolved, records shall be retained until resolution of the audit findings. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-1536-0-1-506. Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $34,869,495; FY 99 est $34,933,000; and FY 00 est $34,933,000. (Revolving Loan Fund) FY 98 $1,000,000; FY contracts cannot be predetermined.) Range and Average of Financial Assistance: (Tribal Grants) $50,000 to $1,200,000; $125,000. (Urban Grants) $30,000 to $210,000; $100,000. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, 225 grants were awarded. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Regulations are published in 45 CFR 1336. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. of Health and Human Services, HHH Building, Room 348-F, 370 Page 11
93.647 SOCIAL SERVICES RESEARCH AND DEMONSTRATION
FEDERAL AGENCY: OFFICE OF PLANNING, RESEARCH AND EVALUATION, ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMI LIES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Social Security Act, Title XI, Section 1110, as amended by Public Laws 86-778, 88-452, 90-248, 96-265, and 99-190; 42 U.S.C. 1310. OBJECTIVES: To promote the ability of families to be financially self sufficient, and to promote the healthy development and greater social well-being of children and families. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants; Project Grants (Cooperative Agreements); Project Grants (Contracts). USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts are awarded for innovative research, demonstrations, and evaluations that are responsive to the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) program priorities. All applications must meet stand ards of excellence in research, demonstration, or evaluation design. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Grants and cooperative agreements may be made to or with governmental entities, colleges, universities, nonprofit and for-profit organizations (if fee is waived). Contracts may be awarded to nonprofit or for-profit organizations. Grants or cooperative agreements cannot be made directly to individuals. Beneficiary Eligibility: Low-income individuals, children, youth, fami lies, individuals with developmental disabilities, and Native Americans. Credentials Documentation: Applicants must present written evidence of other agencies' willingness to cooperate when the project involves the use of other agencies, facilities, or services. Nonprofit organizations which have not previously received ACF program support must submit proof of nonprofit status. For State and local governments, costs will be determined in accordance with 45 CFR Part 92 and OMB Circular No. A-87. For other grantees, applicable costs and administrative procedures will be determined in accordance with 45 CFR Parts 74 and 92. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, “Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs.” An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. Application Procedure: All information and forms required to prepare a grant or cooperative agreement application are published in the Federal Register. Copies of the program announcement may be available on the Internet or from the Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation, ACF, 7th Floor, 370 L'Enfant Promenade, SW., Washington, DC 20447. All information needed to submit a proposal for a contract is provided through a Request for Proposal published in the Commerce Business Daily. Award Procedure: Official notice of approved grant or cooperative agreement is made through issuance of a Financial Assistance Award. Official notice of an accepted contract proposal is made through award of a contract. Deadlines: Established when grants, cooperative agreements, and con tracts are solicited. Deadlines for grants and cooperative agreements are announced in the Federal Register as part of the solicitation of applications. Deadlines for requests for contract proposals are announced in the Commerce Business Daily. Range of Approval Disapproval Time: From 60 to 365 days. Generally, solicited grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts will be acted upon within 120 days. Appeals: Appeals are processed in accordance with HHS regulations in 45 CFR Part 16. Renewals: Extensions and continuations are available if formally applied for and approved. If an application is recommended for approval for 2 or more years, the grantee or contractor must submit each year a formal request for continuation accompanied by a progress report which will be evaluated prior to a recommendation of continuation.
ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: to share in the cost of projects. Cost sharing of 25 percent of the total approved project cost is generally required for grants or cooperative agreements; contracts are not required to share in the project cost. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Funds are granted on a 1-to 3 year basis, with support beyond the first year contingent upon acceptable evidence of satisfactory progress, continuing program relevance, and availability of funds. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Reports of progress and expenditures are required on all projects. Comprehensive final reports are due within 90 days of com pletion of the project. Audits: Audits are conducted in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 74 and 92. Records: Proper accounting records, identifiable by grant or contract number and including all receipts and expenditures, must be maintained until all questions are resolved. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-1536-0-1-506. $27,000,000; and FY 00 est $6,000,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: (Grants and Contracts) $30,000 to $1,000,000. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal years 1998 and 1999, grant and contract awards are expected in child care, child welfare, welfare reform, child impact studies, employment evaluations, home visitation studies, and evaluations of State waiver demonstrations. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Guidelines and other information are published in the Federal Register and Commerce Business Daily INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Appropriate ACF Regional Administrator. (See Appendix IV of the Catalog for ACF Regional Offices.) Headquarters Office: Dr. K.A. Jagannathan, Office of Planning, Re search and Evaluation, Administration for Children and Families, Department of Health and Human Services, 7th Floor, 370 L'Enfant Promenade SW., Washington, DC 20447. Telephone: (202) 205-4829. Use the same number for FTS. Fax #(202)205-3598. E-Mail: . RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.558, Temporary Assistance for Needy Fami lies; 93.595, Welfare Reform Research, Evaluations and National Stud ies. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: (1) State Welfare Reform eval uations; (2) Evaluation of Welfare-to-Work strategies; (3) Job placement and retention demonstrations; (4) Changing culture of welfare; (5) Training and technical assistance in administering welfare reform programs; (6) Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) implementation studies; (7) Responsible fatherhood; (8) Home visitation pro gram demonstrations; (9) Child Welfare; and (10) Child Care. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: The criteria for selecting projects to be funded under this program are published in the Federal Register grant announcement and in the solicitation for requests for proposals for contracts.
93.648 CHILD WELFARE SERVICES TRAINING GRANTS
FEDERAL AGENCY: ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Social Security Act, Section 426(a) (1) (c), 42 U.S.C. 626 (a) (1) (c), as amended. OBJECTIVES: To develop and maintain an adequate supply of qualified and trained personnel for the child welfare field, and to improve edu cational programs and resources for preparing personnel for this field. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Grants are made to accredited public or other nonprofit institutions of higher learning for special projects for training personnel for work in the field of child welfare. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Accredited institutions of higher learning. Page 12
APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Senior Centers; 93.045, Special Programs for the Aging-Title III, Part Preapplication Coordination: None. This program is excluded from C-Nutrition Services; 93.645, Child Welfare Services—State Grants; coverage under E.O. 12372. 93.647, Social Services Research and Demonstration; 93.047, Special Application Procedure: Submission of a pre-expenditure report applica- Programs for the Aging-Title VI, Part A, Indian Programs; 93.658, tion is required. Foster Care—Title IV-E; 93.669, Child Abuse and Neglect State Award Procedure: States are awarded funds quarterly. Grants; 93.671, Family Violence Prevention and Services/Grants for Deadlines: None. Battered Women's Shelters-Grants to States and Indian Tribes. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Not applicable. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: States and other eligible jurisAppeals: See 45 CFR, Part 16, Procedures of the Departmental Appeals dictions determine their own social services programs. Examples of Board. funded services include child day care, protective and emergency servRenewals: Not applicable. ices for children and adults, homemaker and chore services, informaASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: tion and referral, adoption, foster care, counseling, and transportation. Formula and Matching Requirements: Section 2003 of Title XX of the CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: All States, the District of Social Security Act specifies how the allotments for each State and ju- Columbia, and the five other jurisdictions will receive their share of risdiction will be determined. Each State is entitled to payments in an funds if they submit a pre-expenditure report that meets the requireamount equal to its allotment for that fiscal year. There is no matching ments. requirement. Allotments for Title XX are subject to a limitation of $2,800,000,000 (estimate). The allotment for the jurisdictions of Puerto 93.669 CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT STATE Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands, and the Northern Mariana Islands shall GRANTS be an amount which bears the same ratio to the amount authorized for Title XX as the fiscal year 1981 allocation bore to $2,900,000,000. The FEDERAL AGENCY: ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND allotment for American Samoa shall be an amount which bears the FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES same ratio to the amount allotted to the Northern Mariana Islands for AUTHORIZATION: Child Abuse Prevention, Adoption and Family Servthat fiscal year as the population of American Samoa bears to the pop ices Act of 1988, Title I, Public Law 100-294, as amended; Child ulation of the Northern Mariana Islands. Each State's and the District Abuse, Domestic Violence, Adoption, and Family Services Act of of Columbia's allotment are proportional to its portion of the national 1992, Public Law 102-295; Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevenpopulation of the amount authorized for Title XX minus the amount tion Act Amendments of 1992, Public Law 102-586; Child Abuse Preauthorized to the other jurisdictions. The statistical factors used for vention and Treatment Act Amendments, Public Law 104-235; 42 U.S.C. 5101 et seq. fund allocation are the State population and total U.S. population (ratio of population of all States and the District of Columbia to total popu OBJECTIVES: To assist States in the support and improvement of their lation); source, "Current Population Reports,” P-25, Bureau of the child protective services systems. Census. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Formula Grants. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Grants are awarded quarterly USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: States may use the funds for one or on a fiscal year basis. The Electronic Transfer System will be used more of the nine purposes specified in the authorizing legislation. based on quarterly grant awards for monthly cash draws from Federal ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Reserve Banks. Applicant Eligibility: States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Guam, the Virgin Islands, American Samoa, the Republic of Palau, and Reports: An annual report is required. The report shall be in such form the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. and contain such information as the State finds necessary to provide an Beneficiary Eligibility: There are no eligibility requirements attached to accurate description of such activities, to secure a complete record of the beneficiaries of these funds (abused and neglected children and the purposes for which funds were spent, and to determine the extent their families). to which funds were spent in a manner consistent with the pre-expendi Credentials/Documentation: State plans require certification of the ture reports required under Section 2004 of the Act. The report must State's eligibility under Section 106(b) of the authorizing legislation. include the services provided in whole or in part with block grant Applicable costs and administrative procedure will be determined in funds; the number of children and the number of adults receiving each accordance with 45 CFR, Parts 74 and 92. service; expenditure data for both children and adults for each service; APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: the criteria applied in determining eligibility for each service, including Preapplication Coordination: Technical assistance is available at the refees; and the method(s) by which each service was provided. gional level to assist States in meeting conditions specified in the Act. Audits: Audits are conducted in accordance with the regulations in 45 The five-year State plan application and approval process under CFR 74 and 92. CAPTA is consolidated with comprehensive Child and Family Services Records: States are required to maintain records documenting the pur Plan under Title IV-B of the Social Security Act. The State plan may poses for which expenditures were made. be submitted in a format best suited to a State's need and must be acFINANCIAL INFORMATION: companied by the information, certifications, assurances, and docuAccount Identification: 75-1534-0-1-506. mentation required by the annual program instruction. This program is Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $2,299,000,000; FY 99 $1,909,000,000; and eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, “Intergovernmental Review of FY 00 est $2,380,000,000. Federal Programs” for State plan consolidation and simplification only. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: The range is from $96,551 The review and comment provisions do not apply. The application to $333,169,000; $50,000,000. process is governed by the requirements of 45 CFR 74 and 92. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Fifty-seven grants were awarded in Application Procedure: State plans and updates must be submitted to fiscal year 1998. the Regional Offices. Complete information is furnished annually to the REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 45 CFR 96. appropriate State office regarding format and timing of State plan apINFORMATION CONTACTS: plications and updates. Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Award Procedure: State plans and updates are reviewed at the Regional Headquarters Office: Director, Office of Community Services, Division level. Regional HUB Directors and Administrators have approval/dis of State Assistance, 370 L'Enfant Promenade, SW., Washington, DC approval authority for these grants. 20447. Telephone: (202) 401-2333. Contact: Margaret Washnitzer. FTS Deadlines: As described in the Annual Program Instruction. Contact Reis not available. gional Offices for details. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.560, Family Support Payments to States- Range of Approval Disapproval Time: From 2 to 3 months. Assistance Payments; 93.600, Head Start; 93.630, Developmental Dis- Appeals: There is no appeal authority for these grants. abilities Basic Support and Advocacy Grants; 93.044, Special Programs Renewals: Grants are made annually. States submit a five-year plan and for the Aging-Title III, Part B-Grants for Supportive Services and annual updates are required each year. Page 13
REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Code of Federal Regulations, Title 20, Parts 401, 405 and 422; Title 42, Parts 400, 401, 405, 406, 409, 412, 417, and 418. “Your Medicare Handbook,” SSA79-10050, and other publications are available from any Social Security Office without charge. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Consult Appendix IV of the Catalog for a list ing of Regional Offices. Headquarters Office: Ms. Carol Cronin, Director, Center for Beneficiary Services, Health Care Financing Administration, Room C5-19-07, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244. Telephone: (410) 786-2744. Use the same number for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 57.001, Social Insurance for Railroad Workers; 93.246, Health Centers Grants for Migratory and Seasonal Farm- workers; 93.774, Medicare—Supplementary Medical Insurance; 96.001, Social Security-Disability Insurance.
93.774 MEDICARE SUPPLEMENTARY MEDICAL INSURANCE (Medicare)
FEDERAL AGENCY: HEALTH CARE FINANCING ADMINISTRA TION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Social Security Act Amendments of 1965, Title XVIII, Part B, Public Law 89-97, as amended; Public Laws 90-248, 92-603, 93-233, 94-182, 95-210 and 95-292, 42 U.S.C. 1395 et seq.; Social Security Disability Amendments of 1980, Public Laws 96-265 and 97-248; Section 1, Public Law 98-21; Subtitle A, Public Law 98369, as amended; Public Laws 98-460, 99-272, 99-509, and 100-203, 42 U.S.C. 1305 Note; Medicare Catastrophic Coverage Repeal Act of 1988, Title I, Subtitle B, Title II, Subtitles A and B, Title IV, Subtitle B and C, Public Law 100-360; Medicare Catastrophic Coverage Repeal Act of 1989, Title II, Public Law 101-234; Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1989, Public Law 101-239; Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990, Public Law 101-508; Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993, Public Law 103-66; Social Security Act Amendments of 1994, Public Law 103-432; Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, Public Law 104-191; Contract with America Advancement Act of 1996, Public Law 104-121; Balanced Budget Act of 1997, Public Law 105-33. OBJECTIVES: To provide medical insurance protection for covered serv ices to persons age 65 or over, to certain disabled persons and to indi viduals with chronic renal disease who elect this coverage. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Direct Payments for Specified Use. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Benefits are paid on the basis of fee schedules or reasonable charges for covered services furnished by physicians and other suppliers of medical services to aged or disabled enrollees. Benefits are paid on the basis of reasonable costs for covered services furnished by participating providers such as hospitals and home health agencies. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: All persons who are eligible for hospital insurance benefits (see 93.773) and persons age 65 and older who reside in the United States and are either citizens or aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence who have resided in the United States continuously during the five years immediately preceding the month in the application for enrollment is filed, may voluntarily enroll for supplementary medical insurance (SMI). The beneficiary pays a monthly premium. In calendar year 1999, the base premium is $45.50. Some States and other third-party buy-ins pay the premium on behalf of qualifying individuals. Beneficiary Eligibility: Persons age 65 and over, and persons under age 65 who qualify for hospital insurance benefits. Credentials Documentation: Proof of age, disability or lawful admission status. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-87. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: None. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.
Application Procedure: Telephone or visit the local Social Security Of fice. Most persons entitled to hospital insurance are enrolled automatically for supplementary medical insurance. Since the program is voluntary, you may decline coverage. Persons not entitle to hospital insurance must file an application. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular Nos. A-102 and A-110. Award Procedure: After review of the application is completed, the ap plicant will be notified by mail. Deadlines: Certain individuals may enroll during a special enrollment pe riod (SEP) if they are covered under a group health plan (GHP) when first eligible to get Medicare: (1) individuals age 65 or older who are covered under a GHP based on their own or a spouse's current employment; and (2) disabled individuals under age 65 who are covered under a GHP based on their own or any family member's current employment. If the coverage of disabled individuals under age 65 was not through a large group health plan (LGHP), that is, a plan that covers employees of a least one employer that normally employs at least 100 employees, no family member other than a spouse qualifies for a special enrollment period. An SEP enrollment may occur during any month the individual is covered under the GHP based on current employment or, during the eight month period that begins the first month after employment or GHP coverage ends, whichever occurs first. Months of coverage under the GHP based on current employment are excluded from the calculation of the premium surcharge. Range of ApprovalDisapproval Time: Not applicable. Appeals: Telephone or visit the local Social Security Office or the Medi care payment organization responsible for the initial determination. The appeal process ranges from a review to a formal hearing. No judicial review is provided. Renewals: Not applicable. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula or matching requirements. Reports: None. Audits: None. Records: None. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 20-8004-0-7-571. Obligations: (Benefit Outlays) FY 98 $75,781,748,000; FY 99 est $91,012,000,000; and FY 00 est $100,521,000,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: The beneficiary is respon sible for meeting an annual $100 deductible before benefits may begin. Thereafter, Medicare pays 80 percent of the fee schedule amount or the reasonable costs for covered services. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, 36,639,000 per sons were enrolled for supplementary medical insurance.In fiscal year 1999, the number of enrollees is estimated to be 36,866,000. In fiscal year 2000, the number of enrollees is estimated to be 37,178,000. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Code of Federal Regulations, Title 20, Parts 401, 405, and 422; Title 42, Parts 401, 405, 407, 408, 410, 413, 416, and 417. “Your Medicare Handbook," and other publications are available from any Social Security Office with out charge. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Consult Appendix IV of the Catalog for list ing of Regional Offices. Headquarters Office: Mrs. Carol Cronin, Director, Center for Bene ficiary Services, Health Care Financing Administration, Room C5-1907, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244. Telephone: (410) 786-2744. RELATED PROGRAMS: 57.001, Social Insurance for Railroad Workers; 64.012, Veterans Prescription Service; 64.013, Veterans Prosthetic Ap- pliances; 93.246, Health Centers Grants for Migratory and Seasonal Farmworkers; 93.773, Medicare—Hospital Insurance; 93.778, Medical Assistance Program; 96.001, Social Security—Disability Insurance. Page 14
INFORMATION CONTACTS: Division of Medicaid, Health Care Financing Administration. (See Ap pendix IV of the Catalog for addresses and telephone numbers.) Headquarters Office: Sally Richardson, Director, Center for Medicaid and State Operations, Health Care Financing Administration, Room C4-25-02, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244. Telephone: (410) 786-3870. Use the same number for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 64.012, Veterans Prescription Service; 64.013, Veterans Prosthetic Appliances; 93.560, Family Support Payments to States-Assistance Payments; 93.110, Maternal and Child Health Federal Consolidated Programs; 93.224, Community Health Centers; 93.246, Health Centers Grants for Migratory and Seasonal Farmworkers; 93.773, Medicare—Hospital Insurance; 93.774, MedicareSupplementary Medical Insurance; 93.775, State Medicaid Fraud Control Units; 93.777, State Survey and Certification of Health Care Pro viders and Suppliers; 96.006, Supplemental Security Income. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Not applicable. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Not applicable.
93.779 HEALTH CARE FINANCING RESEARCH, DEMONSTRATIONS AND EVALUATIONS (HCFA Research)
Governments,” must be used for this program. States should contact the HHS Regional Office for application information. (See Appendix IV of the Catalog for agency Regional Office addresses.) This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: Individuals needing medical assistance should apply directly to the State or local welfare agency. States should contact the Regional Administrator, HCFA for application forms. (See Appendix IV of the Catalog for agency Regional Office addresses.) This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-110. Award Procedure: States are awarded funds quarterly based on their es timates of funds needed to provide medical assistance to the needy. Awards are made quarterly on a fiscal year basis as follows: October 1, January 1, April 1, and July 1. Individuals receive medical care from providers of medical care who are participating in the Medicaid pro gram. Deadlines: An individual needing medical assistance may apply to the State at any time. States must submit quarterly estimates of funds needed no later than August 15, November 15, February 15, and May 15, in order to receive a timely quarterly grant award for the following quar ter. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Up to 60 days. The States usu ally provide needy individuals with immediate medical assistance. Appeals: Individuals denied medical assistance by the State or local wel fare agency must be given a fair hearing on appeal (see 42 CFR, Subchapter C, Part 431, Subpart E). States have 60 days to resubmit re vised applications. Renewals: Recipients receive assistance as long as they are qualified under State requirements. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: Federal funds are available to match State expenditures for medical care. Under the Act, the Federal share for medical services may range from 50 percent to 83 percent. The statistical factors used for fund allocation are: (1) medical assistance expenditures by State; and (2) per capita income by State based on a 3-year average (source, “Personal Income,” Department of Commerce, Bureau of Economic Analysis). Statistical factors for eligibility do not apply to this program. This program has maintenance of effort (MOE) requirements, see funding agency for further details. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: The needy receive medical as sistance as necessary. States receive funds quarterly. The Electronic Transfer System will be used by States for monthly cash draws on the Federal Reserve Bank. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: States must submit fiscal and statistical reports, as required, to the Health Care Financing Administration, Department of Health and Human Services. A Treasury Report TUS-5401 is required monthly. States must submit certified expenditure reports within 30 days after the end of each quarter. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. Records: States must maintain records which substantiate direct and indi rect costs charged to the grant award activity. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-0512-0-1-551. Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $104,495,484,000; FY 99 est $108,533,616,000; and FY 00 est $114,820,998,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: (Fiscal Year 1998) $1,810,000 to $15,503,792,000; $1,725,798,100. (Fiscal Year 1999) $1,810,000 to $16,546,937,000; $1,810,338,083. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: The number of Medicaid enrollees in fiscal year 1998 was 32,900,000. It is estimated that there are 33,200,000 medicaid enrollees in fiscal year 1999 and an estimated that 33,8010,000 Medicaid enrollees in fiscal year 2000. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 42 CFR, Sub chapter C.
FEDERAL AGENCY: HEALTH CARE FINANCING ADMINISTRA TION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Social Security Act, Title XI, Sections 1110 and 1115, 42 U.S.C. 1310 and 1315(a), Title XVIII, Section 1875, 42 U.S.C. 1395 and 42 U.S.C. 1881 (f); Section 402, Public Law 90-248, as amended; Section 222, Public Law 92-603; Small Business Innovation Development Act of 1982, Public Law 97-219, as amended; Small Business Innovation Research Program Extension, Public Law 99-443. OBJECTIVES: To support analyses, experiments, demonstrations and pilot projects in efforts to resolve major health care financing issues and to develop innovative methods for the administration of Medicare and Medicaid. These awards are in the form of research grants and cooperative agreements; small business grants; dissertation fellowship grants; hispanic health services grants; historical black colleges and university grants. For fiscal years 1998 and 1999, the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) has identified a number of areas where specific information or experience is necessary to improve program effectiveness or guide decisions anticipated in the near future. These priority areas for HCFA's discretionary contracts, cooperative agreements or grants are as follows: (1) Develop and evaluate enrollment, delivery and payment systems for Medicare health plans; (2) develop and evaluate innovative systems for provider payment and health care delivery in the traditional Medicare fee-for m service sector; (3) perform research to assess the impact of longer term structural reforms of the Medicare Program; (4) develop better tools for measuring health care outcomes and quality, and improved information resources to assist consumers in choosing among health plans and providers; (5) develop new payment and delivery models to improve access to health care for vulnerable populations; and (6) evaluate the Medicaid and other State health care activities; and implement and evaluate State Medicaid demonstrations to improve access to and quality of care for vulnerable Medicaid populations, and to more effectively manage the costs of providing that care. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Under all authorizations, all applica tions must meet standards of excellence in research or evaluation design. Funds may not be used for construction or renovation of buildings. Funds authorized by Section 1115 of the Social Security Act are limited to State agencies administering the Medicaid program. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Grants or cooperative agreements may be made to private, or public agencies or organizations, including State agencies that administer the Medicaid program. Private profit organizations may apply. For the Small Business Innovation Research Grant Program, only for-profit organizations may apply. Awards cannot be made directly to individuals. Page 15
grants under Section 746(a)(2) are medical and osteopathic schools on November 27, 1978. Funding preferences/priorities, special considwhich have previously received Federal financial assistance for the eration will appear in the Federal Register each year as required. PHS AHEC Program under either Section 746 or Section 802 of Public Law Grants Policy Statement, DHHS Publication No. (OASH) 94-50,000, 94-484. (Rev.) April 1, 1994. Beneficiary Eligibility: Accredited public or nonprofit schools of INFORMATION CONTACTS: allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine, the parent institution on Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. behalf of such schools. Headquarters Office: Program Contact: Louis D. Coccodrilli, M.P.H., Credentials Documentation: Schools of Dentistry must be accredited by Deputy Branch Chief, AHEC Branch, Division of Medicine, Bureau of the ADA Commissions. Health Professions, Health Resources and Services Administration, APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services, Preapplication Coordination: Not applicable. This program is excluded Room 9A-05, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857. Telephone: from coverage under E.O. 12372. (301) 443-6950. Grants Management Contact: John Westcott, Grants Application Procedure: The new URL (Uniform Resource Locator) for Management Officer, Bureau of Health Professions, Health Resources the Bureau of Health Professions (BHPr) Grants Page is and Services Administration, Public Health Service, Department of www.hrsa.gov/bhpr/grants.html. This year BHP has decided to use Health and Human Services, Parklawn Building, Room 8C26, 5600 Adobe Acrobat to publish the grants documents on the Web page. In Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857. Telephone: (301) 443-6880. Use order to download, view and print these grants documents, you will the same numbers for FTS. need a copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader. This can be obtained without RELATED PROGRAMS: None. charge from the Internet by going to the Adobe Web page EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: All projects are funded to meet www.adobe.com and downloading the version of the Adobe Acrobat the objectives as stated above. Community-based primary care training Reader which is appropriate for your operating system, i.e., Windows, is provided at three levels: (1) undergraduate medical students plus at Unix, Macintosh, etc. A set of more detailed instructions on how to least two associated health professions, e.g., nursing dentistry, mental download and use the Adobe Acrobat Reader can be found on the health, pharmacy, allied health; (2) graduate- primary care residents, BHPr Grants Web page under “Notes on this WWW Page.” e.g., family medicine, general internal medicine or general pediatrics: Award Procedure: Notification in writing; a Notice of Grant Award will (3) continuing education- to full range of local providers, including be issued from Headquarters Office. NHSC personnel. Health career training experiences to be provided to Deadlines: Application deadlines are available on the World Wide Web elementary or secondary students from medically underserved areas. at address: www.hrsa.gov/bhpr/grants.html. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: In determining funding of Range of ApprovalDisapproval Time: From 4 to 6 months. applications, consideration is given to: (1) the overall relative technical Appeals: Appeal available only to recipients. merit of the application; (2) the extent for which substantial opportuniRenewals: Progress reports must be submitted each year beginning with ties for the education of individuals from minority or low-income backthe second year of support. Competitive continuations may be sub grounds is provided; (3) overall relative cost to the government includmitted during the terminal year of support. ing the number of proposed centers to be involved; (4) annual program ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: cost share from nonfederal sources; and (5) the size of the population Formula and Matching Requirements: The recipient shall participate in to be served. Review Criteria: The following review criteria apply to the cost of the project such that of funds awarded under Section the Basic/Core AHEC Programs, section 746(a)(1). The review of ap746(a)(1) and 746(a)(2), the matching funds shall be at least 25 percent plications will take into consideration the following criteria: (1) The from nonfederal sources for each year of the project. degree to which the proposed project adequately provides for the proLength and Time Phasing of Assistance: Funds are available for ex gram requirements set forth in sections 746(a)(1) and 746(a) (2) The penditure during appropriate budget period. capability of the applicant to carry out the proposed project activities in POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: a cost-efficient manner; (3) The extent of the need of the area to be Reports: A progress report must be submitted annually. A financial sta served by the proposed area health education center; (4) The potential tus report must be submitted within 90 days after the end of each of the proposed AHEC program and participating centers to continue budget period. on a self-sustaining basis; and (5) The extent to which the proposed Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 project adequately responds to AHEC program performance measures (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and and outcome indicators. Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a 93.837 HEART AND VASCULAR DISEASES program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that RESEARCH expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular FEDERAL AGENCY: NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH, DE : , No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject PARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi- AUTHORIZATION: Public Health Service Act, Section 301, 422 and 487, cials. as amended, Public Laws 78-410 and 99-158, 42 U.S.C. 241, 42 Records: Financial records must be kept available for 3 years after sub- U.S.C. 285, and 42 U.S.C. 288, as amended; Small Business Research mission of expense report and three years after final disposition of non- and Development Enhancement Act of 1992, Public Law 102-564. expendable property. If questions remain such as those raised as a re- OBJECTIVES: To foster research and prevention, education, and control sult of audit, records must be retained until the matter is resolved. activities related to heart and vascular diseases and to develop young FINANCIAL INFORMATION: scientist investigators in these areas. Small Business Innovation ReAccount Identification: 75-0350-0-1-550. search (SBIR) program: To expand and improve the SBIR program; to Obligations: (Cooperative Agreements) FY 98 $19,569,356; FY 99 est increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from $28,587,000; and FY 00 est $28,587,000. Federal research and development; to increase small business participaRange and Average of Financial Assistance: The range is from tion in Federal research and development; and to foster and encourage $260,000 to $2,200,000; $1,184,195. participation of socially and economically disadvantaged small business PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, 17 awards were concerns and women-owned small business concerns in technological made. It is anticipated that 12 continuations, 5 competing renewals, and innovation. Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program: To 1 to 2 new starts will be awarded in fiscal year 1999. In fiscal year stimulate and foster scientific and technological innovation through co2000, it is anticipated that 10 continuation awards will be made and 6 operative research and development carried out between small business to 8 new and/or renewal awards will be made. concerns and research institutions; to foster technology transfer beREGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 42 CFR 57.3801 tween small business concerns and research institutions; to increase pri -57.3813. Interim Final Regulations published in the Federal Register vate sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal re Page 16
Renewals: Renewals require application and review in the same manner as new applications. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula or matching requirements. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: The Advisory Council may recommend funding for periods ranging from 1 to 5 years. Funding commitments are made annually. SBIR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 6 months; normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. STTR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 1 year, normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Annual reports are required on progress and expenditures. Final reports are required within 120 days of termination. Reports are required after termination of National Research Service Awards to ascer tain compliance with the service and payback provisions. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi cials. Records: Expenditures and other financial records must be retained for 3 years from the day on which the grantee submits the last financial sta tus report for the report period. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-0872-0-1-552. FY 00 est $262,974,000. to $2,498,280; $351,177. Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Awards: Phase 1 - $100,000; Phase II -up to $500,000 for STTR and up to $750,000 for SBIR. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, 640 research grants and 75 National Research Service Awards were made. The estimates for fiscal year 1999 are 708 research grants and 74 National Research Service Awards. The estimates for fiscal year 2000 are 720 research grants and 74 National Research Service Awards. In fiscal year 1998, for new and competing renewal awards 455 grant applications were received, and of these, 128 were awarded; 50 National Research Service Award applications were received, and of these, 22 were awarded. Small Business Innovation Research Awards: For fiscal year 1998,18 Phase I awards and five Phase II awards were made. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 42 CFR 52; 42 CFR 66; 45 CFR 74; “NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts, and Supplements”; Grants will be available under the authority of and administered in accordance with the PHS Grants Policy Statement and Federal regulations at 42 CFR 52 and 42 USC 241; Omnibus Solicitation of the Public Health Service for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Grant and Cooperative Agreement Applications. Omnibus Solicitation of the National Institutes of Health for Small Business Tech nology Transfer (STTR) Grant Applications. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Diseases and Resources, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, Na- Division of Extramural Affairs, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Insti- tute, National Institutes of Health, Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services, Bethesda, MD 20892. Telephone: (301) 435-0266. Grants Management Contact: Mr. William Darby, Grants Management Officer, Grants Operations Branch, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health, Public Health Serv- ice, Department of Health and Human Services, Bethesda, MD 20892. Telephone: (301) 435-0144. Use the same numbers for FTS.
RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.837, Heart and Vascular Diseases Research; 93.838, Lung Diseases Research. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: (1) A program project grant on the biology of human erythropoiesis to investigate the regulation of fetal hemoglobin synthesis, retroviral gene transfer in hematopoietic cells, membrane defects in the thalassemias, assembly of red cell membrane proteins during erythroid development, and the structural and functional characterization of erythropoietin. (2) A multidisciplinary program project grant on basic and clinical studies of coagulation proteins to study molecular structure and function relationships of coagulation proteins, especially fibrinogen, thrombin, and tissue factor, and to apply the results in clinical investigations principally relating to thrombohemorrhagic disorders, with the goal of developing secondgeneration fibrinolytic agents having superior pharmacological properties, and thus improved therapy for thrombotic vascular disease. (3) A program project grant on the structure, function, and genetics of coagulation factors directed toward understanding better the roles of clotting factors, particularly factors VIII and IX, in hemostasis and thrombosis, using biochemical, biophysical and immunogenetic methods. Gene cloning and monoclonal antibody production, in addition to classic protein chemical and enzyme kinetic studies, are being used to study an extensive, genetically well-characterized patient population with defects in factor IX. (4) A Small Business Innovation Research Award for genetic engineering of an improved factor VIII product. (5) An Institutional National Research Training Award in pediatric hematology with research and training in erythrocyte structure and function, coagulation, immunohematology, bone marrow transplantation, and transfusion medicine. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: The major elements in evaluating proposals include assessments of: (1) The scientific merit and general significance of the proposed study and its objectives; (2)the technical adequacy of the experimental design and approach; (3) the competency of the proposed investigator or group to successfully pursue the project; (4) the adequacy of the available and proposed facilities and resources; (5) the necessity of the budget components requested in relation to the proposed project; and (6) the relevance and importance to announced program objectives. The following criteria will be used in considering the scientific and technical merit of SBIR/ STTR Phase I grant applications: (1) The soundness and technical merit of the proposed approach; (2) the qualifications of the proposed principal investigator, supporting staff, and consultants; (3) the technological innovation of the proposed research; (4) the potential of the proposed research for commercial application; (5) the appropriateness of the budget requested; (6) the adequacy and suitability of the facilities and research environment; and (7) where applicable, the adequacy of assurances detailing the proposed means for (a) safeguarding human or animal subjects, and/or (b) protecting against or minimizing any adverse effect on the environment. Phase II grant applications will be reviewed based upon the following criteria: (1) The degree to which the Phase I objectives were met and feasibility demonstrated; (2) the scientific and technical merit of the proposed approach for achieving the Phase II objectives; (3) the qualifications of the proposed principal investigator, supporting staff, and consultants; (4) the technological innovation, originality, or societal importance of the proposed research; (5) the potential of the proposed research for commercial application; (6) the reasonableness of the budget requested for the work proposed; (7) the adequacy and suitability of the facilities and research environment; and (8) where applicable, the adequacy of assurances detailing the proposed means for (a)safeguarding human or animal subjects, and/or (b) protecting against or minimizing any adverse effect on the environment.
93.846 ARTHRITIS, MUSCULOSKELETAL AND SKIN DISEASES RESEARCH FEDERAL AGENCY: NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH, DE PARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Public Health Service Act, Sections 301, 437, and 487, as amended, Public Laws 78-410 and 99-158, 42 U.S.C. 241, as amended; 42 U.S.C. 285d-2; 42 U.S.C. 288; Small Business Research and Development Enhancement Act of 1992, Public Law 102-564. Page 17
of Grant Award. All accepted SBIR/STTR applications are evaluated made and 397 trainees; in fiscal year 1999, 144 awards and 402 trainfor scientific and technical merit by an appropriate scientific peer re- ees are estimated; and in fiscal year 2000, 144 awards and 402 trainees view panel and by a national advisory council or board. All applica- are estimated. Small Business Innovation Research Awards: In Fiscal tions receiving a priority score compete for available SBIR/STTR set- year 1998, 34 awards were made; in fiscal year 1999, 47 awards are aside funds on the basis of scientific and technical merit and commer- estimated; and in fiscal year 2000, 50 awards are estimated. cial potential of the proposed research, program relevance, and pro- REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Research gram balance among the areas of research. Grants: 42 CFR 52; 42 CFR 66; 45 CFR 74. Grants will be available Deadlines: New Applications: February 1, June 1, and October 1. Com- under the authority of and administered in accordance with the PHS peting renewal applications and supplements: March 1, July 1, and No- Grants Policy Statement and Federal regulations at 42 CFR 52 and 42 vember 1. Individual NRSA applications: April 5, August 5, and De- USC 241; Omnibus Solicitation of the Public Health Service for Small cember 5. Institutional NRSAs: January 10, May 10, and September Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Grant and Cooperative Agree10. Small Business Innovation Research: April 15, August 15, and De- ment Applications. Omnibus Solicitation of the National Institutes of cember 15. STTR: December 1, only. Health for Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Grant ApplicaRange of Approval/Disapproval Time: Research grants: From 6 to 9 tions. months. SBIR/STTR applications: About 7-1/2 months. National Re- INFORMATION CONTACTS: search Service Awards: From 6 to 9 months. Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Appeals: A principal investigator (P.I.) may question the substantive or Headquarters Office: Program Contact: Research Grants: Dr. Richard procedural aspects of the review of his/her application by commu- Eastman, Director, Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolic nicating with the staff of the Institute. A description of the NIH Peer Diseases, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney DisReview Appeal procedures is available on the NIH home page eases, National Institutes of Health, 31 Center Drive, MSC 2560, Bewww.nih.gov/grants/guide/1997/97.11.21/n2.html. thesda, MD 20892-2560. Telephone: (301) 496-7348. Small Business Renewals: Research grants: Renewals by competitive application and re- Innovation Research Grants Contact: Mr. John Garthune, Special As view. National Research Service Individual Awards: may be made for sistant for Grants Analysis and Control, National Institute of Diabetes 1, 2, or 3 years. No individual may receive NIH fellowship support at and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health, 31 the postdoctoral level for more than 3 years. Center Drive, MSC 2560, Bethesda, MD 20892-2560. Telephone: (301) ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: 594-8842. Grants Management Contact: Ms. Nancy Dixon, Chief Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory Grants Management Officer, Division of Extramural Activities, Naformula or matching requirements. tional Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, NaLength and Time Phasing of Assistance: Research grant awards may be tional Institutes of Health, 45 Center Drive, MSC 6600, Bethesda, MD recommended for up to 5 years. Awards usually are made for 12- 20892-6600. Telephone: (301) 594-8854. Use the same numbers for month budget periods. SBIR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 6 FTS. months; normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. STTR: Normally, RELATED PROGRAMS: None. Phase I awards are for 1 year, normally, Phase II awards are for 2 EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: (1) Genetic Control of Diabetes years. Pathogenesis; (2) Factors Involved in Insulin Homeostasis; (3) Mode of POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Action of Steroid Hormones; (4) Regulation of Lipogenesis and VLDL Reports: Research grants: Annual and terminal progress reports, annual Synthesis/Assembly; and (5) Eccrine Sweat Gland Function and Cystic reports of inventions, financial status reports, and annual certification Fibrosis. Small Business Innovation Research grants: Implantable Gluwith respect to research involving human subjects are required. Na- cose Sensor. tional Research Service Awards: Reports are required after termination CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: The major elements in of National Research Service Awards to ascertain compliance with evaluating proposals include assessments of: (1) the scientific merit and service and payback provisions. general significance of the proposed study and its objectives; (2) the Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 technical adequacy of the experimental design and approach; (3) the (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and competency of the proposed investigator or group to successfully purNon-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial as- sue the project; (4) the adequacy of the available and proposed facilisistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a ties and resources; (5) the necessity of the budget components reprogram-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that quested in relation to the proposed project; and (6) the relevance and expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from importance to announced program objectives. The following criteria Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular will be used in considering the scientific and technical merit of SBIR/ No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject STTR Phase I grant applications: (1) the soundness and technical merit to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi- of the proposed approach; (2) the qualifications of the proposed princials. cipal investigator, supporting staff, and consultants; (3) the technoRecords: Expenditures and other financial records must be retained for 3 logical innovation of the proposed research; (4) the potential of the years from the day on which the grantee submits the last financial sta- proposed research for commercial application; (5) the appropriateness tus report for the report period. National Research Service Awards: of the budget requested; (6) the adequacy and suitability of the faciliDocumentation of expenditures and other fiscal records must be kept ties and research environment; and (7) where applicable, the adequacy readily available for examination by authorized government personnel, of assurances detailing the proposed means for (a) safeguarding human and must be maintained for 3 years following the submission of the an- or animal subjects, and/or (b) protecting against or minimizing any adnual financial status report for that year. verse effect on the environment. Phase II grant applications will be reFINANCIAL INFORMATION: viewed based upon the following criteria: (1) the degree to which the Account Identification: 75-0884-0-1-552. Phase I objectives were met and feasibility demonstrated; (2) the sciObligations: (Grants) FY 98 $315,450,000; FY 99 est $360,151,000; and entific and technical merit of the proposed approach for achieving the FY 00 est $370,445,000. (NRSAs) FY 98 $12,443,000; FY 99 est Phase II objectives; (3) the qualifications of the proposed principal in$15,812,000; and FY 00 et $15,813,000. vestigator, supporting staff, and consultants; (4) the technological innoRange and Average of Financial Assistance: Research Grants: $16,600 vation, originality, or societal importance of the proposed research; (5) to $2,098,000; $180,100. National Research Service Awards: $3,000 to the potential of the proposed research for commercial application; (6) $263,700; $61,600. SBIR: Phase I awards approximately $50,000; the reasonableness of the budget requested for the work proposed; (7) Phase II awards not to exceed $500,000. the adequacy and suitability of the facilities and research environment; PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Research Grants: In fiscal year and (8) where applicable, the adequacy of assurances detailing the pro 1998, 1,196 awards were made; in fiscal year 1999, 1,324 awards are posed means for (a) safeguarding human or animal subjects, and/or (b) estimated; and in fiscal year 2000, 1,357 awards are estimated. Na- protecting against or minimizing any adverse effect on the environtional Research Service Awards: Fiscal year 1998, 143 awards were ment. Page 18
II, respectively. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: Not applicable. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: Research Grants: Form PHS-398 (Rev. May 1995) with current instructions is available from the Division of Extramural Outreach and Information, National Institutes of Health, 6701 Rockledge Drive, MSC 7910, Bethesda, MD 20892-7910. Telephone (301)435-0714; E-mail: . Completed forms should be submitted to the Center for Scientific Review, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Suite 1040, Bethesda, MD 20892-7710. The standard application forms, as furnished by PHS and required by 45 CFR, Part 92, must be used for this program by those applicants that are State or local units of government. National Research Service Awards: Application forms for individual or institutional National Research Awards and information concerning the areas of science being supported may be obtained from and submitted to the Office of Research Manpower, Center for Scientific Review, National Institutes of Health, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Suite 1040, Bethesda, MD 20892-7710. For Federal Express use the zip code 20817-7710. SBIR and STTR Grant Solicitations and SBIR Contract Solicitation may be obtained electronically through the NIH's “Small Business Funding Opportunities' home page at www.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbir.htm on the World Wide Web. A limited number of hard copies of these publications are produced. Subject to availability, they may be obtained by contacting the NIH support services contractor: phone: (301) 206-9385; fax: (301) 2069722; E-mail: . The Solicitations include submission procedures, review considerations, and grant application or contract proposal forms. SBIR and STTR grant applications should be submitted to the Center for Scientific Review, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 1040 - MSC 7710, Bethesda, MD 20892-7710. Award Procedure: Following review by the appropriate Study Section and Council, the successful applicant is notified by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases through a Notice of Grant Award. All accepted SBIR/STTR applications are evaluated for scientific and technical merit by an appropriate scientific peer review panel and by a national advisory council or board. All applications receiving a priority score compete for available SBIR/STTR setaside funds on the basis of scientific and technical merit and commercial potential of the proposed research, program relevance, and pro gram balance among the areas of research. Deadlines: New Applications: February 1, June 1, and October 1. Com peting continuation and supplemental applications: March 1, July 1, and November 1. Individual NRSA applications: April 5, August 5, and December 5. Institutional NRSAs: January 10, May 10, and September 10. Small Business Innovation Research: April 15, August 15, and December 15. STTR: December 1, only. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Research grants: From 6 to 9 months. National Research Service Awards: From 6 to 9 months. SBIR/STTR applications: About 7-1/2 months. Appeals: A principal investigator (P.I.) may question the substantive or procedural aspects of the review of his/her application by communicating with the staff of the Institute. A description of the NIH Peer Review Appeal procedures is available on the NIH home page www.nih.gov/grants/guide/1997/97.11.21/n2.html. Renewals: Research grants: Renewals are determined by competitive ap plications and review. Extensions considered upon request. National Research Service Individual Awards: Awards may be made for 1, 2, or 3 years. No individual may receive NIH fellowship support at the postdoctoral level for more than 3 years. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula or matching requirements. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Research grants: Award may be recommended for up to 5 years. Awards are usually made for 12month budget periods. SBIR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 6 months; normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. STTR: Normally,
Phase I awards are for 1 year; normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Expenditures and other financial information must be retained for 3 years from the day on which the grantee submits the last financial status report for the report period. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi cials. Records: Research grants: financial records, including documents sup porting accounting records and substantive charges to each grant, must be maintained until at least 3 years after the end of the project or until audit is completed. National Research Service Awards: documentation of expenditures and other fiscal records must be kept readily available for examination by authorized Government personnel and must be maintained for 3 years following the submission of the annual expendi tures report for that year. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-0884-0-1-552. Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $201,941,000; FY 99 est $230,557,000; and FY 00 est $237,147,000. (NRSAs) FY 98 $7,502,000; FY 99 est $9,534,000; and FY 00 est $9,534,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Research grants: $15,000 to $1,647,000; $171,000. National Research Services Awards: $9,168 to $220,160; $73,720 average. SBIR Phase I, approximately $50,000; Phase II, not to exceed $500,000. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Research Grants: In fiscal year 1998, 765 awards were made; in fiscal year 1999, 847 awards are estimated; and in fiscal year 2000, 856 awards are estimated. National Research Service Awards: In fiscal year 1998, 86 awards and 239 trainees were funded; in fiscal year 1999, 87 awards and 242 trainees are estimated; and in fiscal year 2000, 93 awards and 238 trainees are estimated. Small Business Innovation Research Awards: In fiscal year 1998, 22 awards were made; in fiscal year 1999, 32 awards are esti mated; and in fiscal year 2000, 34 awards are estimated. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Research grants: 42 CFR 74; 45 CFR 92. Administration Policy Directive No. 65 01 (47 Fed. Reg. 52966 et seq. (1982), as amended by Policy Directive No. 65 01.1 (48 Fed. Reg. 38794 et seq. (1983)). Grants will be available under the authority of and administered in accordance with the PHS Grants Policy Statement and Federal regulations at 42 CFR 52 and 42 USC 241; Omnibus Solicitation of the Public Health Service for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Grant and Cooperative Agreement Applications. Omnibus Solicitation of the National Institutes of Health for Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Grant Applica tions. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Headquarters Office: Program Contact: Dr. Josephine Briggs, Director, Division of Kidney, Urologic and Hematologic Diseases, National In- Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National In- stitutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, 31 Cen- ter Drive MSC 2560, Bethesda, MD 20892-2560. Telephone: (301)594- 8842. Grants Management Contact: Ms. Nancy Dixon, Chief Grants Management Officer, Division of Extramural Activities, National Insti- tute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institute of Health, 45 Center Drive MSC 6600, Bethesda, MD 20892-6600. Telephone: (301)594-8854. Use the same numbers for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: None. Page 19
priate to carry out the plan. Grant forms PHS 6246-1 and PHS 6246-2 are used to apply for SBIR Phase I and Phase II, respectively. Grant forms PHS 6246-3 and PHS 6246-4 are used to apply for STTR Phase I and Phase II, respectively. Applicants for Individual NRSAs must include their academic record, research experience, citizenship, institutional sponsorship, and the proposed area and plan of training in their applications. The applicant for an Institutional NRSA must specify the objectives, methodology, and resources for the research training program, the qualifications and experience of directing staff, the criteria to be used in selecting individuals for award, and a detailed budget and justification for the amount of grant funds requested. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local government. For-profit organizations' costs are determined in accordance with Subpart 31.2 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations. For other grantees, costs will be determined by HHS Regulations 45 CFR, Part 74, Subpart Q. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: Not applicable. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: Use Form PHS-398 (Rev. May 1995), (PHS 5161-1 for State and local government units) to apply for new, renewal, and supplemental research grants. Application forms and information concerning current areas of science being supported are available from the Division of Extramural Outreach and Information Resources, Office of Extramural Research, National Institutes of Health, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 6207, MSC 7910, Bethesda, MD 20892. Telephone: (301) 435-0714. Fax (301) 480-0525. E-mail: . The standard application forms, as furnished by PHS and required by 45 CFR, Part 92 for State and local governments, must be used for this program. This program is subject to the provisions of 45 CFR, Part 92 for State and local governments and OMB Circular No. A-110 for nonprofit organizations. Completed applications should be submitted to the Center for Scientific Review, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892. SBIR and STTR Grant Solicitations and SBIR Contract Solicitation may be obtained electronically through the NIH's “Small Business Funding Opportunities” home page at www.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbir.htm on the World Wide Web. A limited number of hard copies of these publications are produced. Subject to availability, they may be obtained by contacting the NIH support services contractor: phone: (301) 206-9385; fax: (301) 2069722; e-mail: . The Solicitations include submission procedures, review considerations, and grant application or contract proposal forms. SBIR and STTR grant applications should be submitted to the Center for Scientific Review, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 1040 - MSC 7710, Bethesda, MD 20892-7710. Award Procedure: All accepted applications are reviewed for scientific merit by an appropriate initial review group and a national advisory council. If the application is recommended for approval and a decision to make an award is made, a formal award notice will be sent to the applicant or applicant institution. All accepted SBIR/STTR applications are evaluated for scientific and technical merit by an appropriate scientific peer review panel and by a national advisory council or board. All applications receiving a priority score compete for available SBIR/ STTR set-aside funds on the basis of scientific and technical merit and commercial potential of the proposed research, program relevance, and program balance among the areas of research. Deadlines: New Non-AIDS research applications: February 1, June 1, and October 1. For Renewal and Supplemental Non-AIDS research grant applications: March 1, July 1, and November 1. For all AIDS research grant applications: January 2, May 1, September 1. Research Career Development Award programs: February 1, June 1, October 1. Individual NRSAs: April 5, August 5, and December 5. Institutional NRSA: September 10. SBIR: April 15, August 15 and December 15. STTR: April 1, August 1, and December 1. Range of ApprovalDisapproval Time: From 8 to 9 months. SBIR/ STTR: About 7-1/2 months. Appeals: A principal investigator (P.I.) may question the substantive or procedural aspects of the review of his/her application by communicating with the staff of the Institute. Final decisions on unresolved appeals are made with the advice of the National Advisory Allergy and Infectious Diseases Council.
Renewals: Renewals of research grant support are by competitive appli cation and review. The competitive application may request support for a segmental period of up to 5 years. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula or matching requirements. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Research grant project periods average 4 years; these may not be extended beyond 7 years. (Project periods are generally composed of 1-year budget periods.) SBIR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 6 months; normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. STTR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 1 year, normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Annual progress reports and financial status reports are re quired. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi cials. Records: Expenditures and other financial records must be retained for 3 years from the day on which the grantee submits the last expenditure report for the report period. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-0885-0-1-552. Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $629,847,000; FY 99 est $680,012,000; and FY 00 est $740,487,000. (SBIR) FY 98 $22,264,000; FY 99 est $23,925,000; and FY 00 est $25,802,000. (STTR) FY 98 $1,486,000; FY 99 est $1,560,000; and FY 00 est $1,608,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: (Grants) $1,000 to $15,305,090; $299,292. (NRSAs) $4,000 to $428,694; $81,965. (SBIR) Average Phase I awards are for approximately $100,000; Phase II awards may be made for amounts up to $750,000 (total for funding period). (STTR) Phase I approximately $100,000; Phase II up to $500,000. (Total per funding period.) PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: An estimated 2,495 and 2,687 awards will be made in fiscal years 1998. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 42 CFR 52; 42 CFR 66; 45 CFR 74; 45 CFR 92; (SBIR) Small Business Administration Policy Directive No. 65 01 (47 Fed. Reg. 52966 et seq. (1982), as amended by Policy Directive No. 65 01.1 (48 Fed Reg. 38794 et seq. (1983)); Grants will be available under the authority of and administered in accordance with the PHS Grants Policy Statement and Federal regulations at 42 CFR 52 and 42 USC 241; Omnibus Solicitation of the Public Health Service for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Grant and Cooperative Agreement Applications. Omnibus Solicitation of the National Institutes of Health for Small Business Tech nology Transfer (STTR) Grant Applications. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Headquarters Office: Program Contact: Dr. John J. McGowan, Acting Director, Division of Extramural Activities, National Institutes of Al- Ms. Mary Kirker, Grants Management Officer, Grants Management Branch, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services, Bethesda, MD 20892. Telephone: (301) 496-7075. Use the same numbers for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.855, Allergy, Immunology and Transplan- tation Research. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: (1) Areas of molecular microbi ology include: basic research, biochemistry, physiology, and genetics of bacteria and fungi; the synthesis of new antimicrobial agents through organic chemistry; and the discovery of new antibiotics from natural the adequacy and suitability of the facilities and research environment; and (8) where applicable, the adequacy of assurances detailing the proposed means for (a) safeguarding human or animal subjects, and/or (b) protecting against or minimizing any adverse effect on the environment. Page 20
Phase I. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Research projects: Awards can be made to any public or private, for-profit or nonprofit university, college, hospital, laboratory, or other institution, including State and local units of government, qualifying small businesses, and individuals. To be eligible for funding, a proposal must be approved for scientific merit and program relevance by a scientific review committee and a national advisory council. SBIR grants can be awarded only to domestic small businesses (entities that are independently owned and operated for profit, are not dominant in the field in which research is proposed, and have no more than 500 employees). Primary employment (more than onehalf time) of the principal investigator must be with the small business at the time of award and during the conduct of the proposed project. In both Phase I and Phase II, the research must be performed in the U.S. or its possessions. To be eligible for funding, an SBIR grant application must be approved for scientific merit and program relevance by a scientific review group and a national advisory council. STTR grants can be awarded only to domestic small business concerns (entities that are independently owned and operated for profit, are not dominant in the field in which research is proposed, and have no more than 500 employees) that “partner” with a research institution in cooperative research and development. At least 40 percent of the project is to be performed by the small business concern and at least 30 percent by the research institution. In both Phase I and Phase II, the research must be performed in the U.S. and its possessions. To be eligible for funding, a grant application must be approved for scientific merit and program relevance by a scientific review group and a national advisory council. Nonfederal public and private nonprofit domestic organizations may apply for an institutional National Research Service Award. Individual National Research Service awardees must be nominated and sponsored by a public or nonprofit private institution having staff and facilities appropriate to the proposed research training program. All awardees must be citizens or noncitizen nationals of the United States, or must have been lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence. Predoctoral awardees must have completed the baccalaureate degree, and postdoctoral awardees must have a professional or scientific degree (M.D., Ph.D., D.D.S., D.O., D.V.M., Sc.D., D.Eng., or equivalent domestic or foreign degree). Applicants to the SBIR and STTR Programs must meet special requirements for small businesses, as de fined by the Small Business Administration. Beneficiary Eligibility: Any nonprofit or for-profit organization, com pany, or institution engaged in biomedical research. Credentials Documentation: Each applicant for research projects must present a research plan and furnish evidence that scientific competence, facilities, equipment, and supplies are appropriate to carry out the plan. Use grant application Form PHS 398 (Rev. May 1995) provided by the Division of Extramural Outreach and Information Resources, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892. For SBIR and STTR grants, the applicant organization (small business concern) must present in a research plan an idea that has potential for commercialization and furnish evidence that scientific competence, experimental methods, facilities, equipment, and funds requested are appropriate to carry out the plan. Grant forms PHS 6246-1 and PHS 6246-2 are used to apply for SBIR Phase I and Phase II, respectively. Grant forms PHS 6246-3 and PHS 6246-4 are used to apply for STTR Phase I and Phase II, respectively. For applicants for National Research Service Awards, the academic record, research experience, citizenship, institutional sponsorship, and the proposed area and plan of training must be included in the application. The applicant institution must show the objectives, methodology, and resources for the research training program; the qualifications and experience of directing staff; the criteria to be used in selecting individuals for the award; and a detailed budget and justification for the grant funds requested. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local governments. For-profit organizations' costs are determined in accordance with 48 CFR, Subpart 31.2 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations. For other grantees, costs will be determined in accordance with HHS Regulation 45 CFR, Part 74 Subpart C.
APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: Application forms (and information concerning the area of science being supported) may be obtained from the Division of Extramural Outreach and Information Resources, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892, and must be submitted to the Center for Scientific Review, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892 for assessment by a scientific review committee. The standard application forms, as furnished by PHS and required by 45 CFR, Part 92 for State and local governments, must be used for this program. This program is subject to the provisions of 45 CFR, Part 92 for State and local governments, and OMB Circular No. A-110, “Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and other Nonprofit Organizations," as appropriate. SBIR and STTR Grant Solicitations and SBIR Contract Solicitation may be obtained electronically through the NIH's "Small Business Funding Opportunities” home page at www.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbir.htm on the World Wide Web. A limited number of hard copies of these publications are produced. Subject to availability, they may be obtained by contacting the NIH support services contractor: phone: (301) 206-9385; fax: (301) 206-9722; E-mail: . The Solicitations include submission procedures, review considerations, and grant application or contract proposal forms. SBIR and STTR grant applications should be submitted to the Center for Scientific Review, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 1040 - MSC 7710, Bethesda, MD 20892-7710. Award Procedure: All accepted applications for project grants and insti tutional National Research Service Awards are reviewed for scientific merit by an appropriate initial review group and by a national advisory council. (NRSA applications for the support of individual fellows are not reviewed by the council.) All approved applications compete for available funds on the basis of scientific merit and program emphasis. Deadlines: New Research Projects: February 1, June 1, and October 1. Renewals: March 1, July 1, and November 1. NRSA (institutional): January 10, May 10, and September 10. NRSA (individual): April 5, August 5, and December 5. SBIR: April 15, August 15, and December 15. STTR: April 1, August 1, and December 1. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Project Grants: About 9 months. NRSA: (institutional) 9-12 months, (individual) 6 months. SBIR/STTR: About 7-1/2 months. Appeals: A principal investigator (P.I.) may question the substantive or procedural aspects of the review of his/her application by communicating with the staff of the Institute. A description of the NIH Peer Review Appeal procedures is available on the NIH home page www.nih.gov/grants/guide/1997/97.11.21/n2.html. Renewals: Renewal grants are generally made prior to the expiration of any current award. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula or matching requirements. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: All awards are made for at least 1 year, with additional support (up to 4 more years) depending on the recommendation of the scientific review group, the national advisory council, successful annual performance, and the availability of funds. SBIR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 6 months; normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. STTR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 1 year; normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Annual progress and selected financial status reports for con tinuing projects and final reports on all projects upon conclusion are required. Recipients of National Research Service Awards are required to file termination reports to ascertain compliance with the service and payback provisions. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi Page 21
general significance of the proposed study and its objectives; the technical adequacy of the experimental design and approach; the competency of the proposed investigator or group to successfully pursue the project; the adequacy of the available and proposed facilities and resources; the necessity of the budget components requested in relation to the proposed project; and the relevance and importance to announced program objectives. The following criteria will be used in considering the scientific and technical merit of SBIR/STTR Phase I grant applications: (1) the soundness and technical merit of the proposed approach; (2) the qualifications of the proposed principal investigator, supporting staff, and consultants; (3) the technological innovation of the proposed research; (4) the potential of the proposed research for commercial application; (5) the appropriateness of the budget requested; (6) the adequacy and suitability of the facilities; and (7) where applicable, the adequacy of assurances detailing the proposed means for (a) safeguarding human or animal subjects, and/or (b) protecting against or minimizing any adverse effect on the environment. Phase II grant applications will be reviewed based upon the following criteria: (1) the degree to which the Phase I objectives were met and feasibility demonstrated; (2) the scientific and technical merit of the proposed approach for achieving the Phase II objectives; (3) the qualifications of the proposed principal investigator, supporting staff, and consultants; (4) the technological innovation, originality, or societal importance of the proposed research; (5) the potential of the proposed research for commercial application; (6) the reasonableness of the budget requested for the work proposed; (7) the adequacy and suitability of the facilities and research environment, and (8) where applicable, the adequacy of assurances detailing the proposed means for (a) safeguarding human or animal subjects, and/or (b) protecting against or minimizing any adverse effect on the environment.
POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: required. National Research Service Awards: Reports are required after and expenditure reports. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi cials. Records: Expenditures and other financial records must be retained for 3 years from the day on which the grantee submits the last expenditure report for the report period. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-0844-0-1-552. Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $136,259,000; FY 99 est $144,917,000; and FY 00 est $157,169,000. (SBIR/STTR) FY 98 $3,173,000; FY 99 est $3,334,000, and FY 00 est $3,570,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Research project grants: $16,300 to $1,900,000; $217,000. Individual research fellowship awards: Basic stipend (first year beyond the doctoral degree) of $22,176. The sponsoring institution will be provided, on application, with an allowance of up to $2,500 per year to help defray the cost of training. No dependency allowances. SBIR: Average Phase I awards are for approximately $75,000; Phase II awards may be made for amounts up to $750,000. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Estimated awards for competing and noncompeting research project grants in fiscal year 1998 and fiscal year 1999 are 469 and 489, respectively. Estimates for fiscal years 1998 and 1999 are 225 trainees for both years. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Grants: 42 CFR 52; 42 CFR 66; 45 CFR 74; 45 CFR 92; SBIR: Small Business Administration Policy Directive No. 65 01 (47 Fed. Reg. 52966 et seq. (1982), as amended by Policy Directive No. 65 01.1 (48 Fed. Reg. 38794 et seq. (1983)); Grants will be available under the authority of and administered in accordance with the PHS Grants Policy Statement and Federal regulations at 42 CFR 52 and 42 USC 241; Omnibus Solicitation of the Public Health Service for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Grant and Cooperative Agreement Applications. Omnibus Solicitation of the National Institutes of Health for Small Busi ness Technology Transfer (STTR) Grant Applications. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Center for Population Research, National Institute of Child Health and National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, NIH, DHHS, Building 61E, MSC 7510, Bethesda, MD 20892-7510. Tele- phone: (301) 496-5001; FAX (301)402-0915; E-mail: watsond@hd01.nichd.nih.gov. Use the same numbers for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.865, Center for Research for Mothers and Children. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Oogenesis and Gene Control in Animal Reproduction; Influence of Prolactin on the Testis; Determinants of Adolescent Pregnancy and Childbearing; Developments of Orally-Active Dosage Forms for Steroids; and Psychosocial Determinants of Adolescent Contraceptive use. SBIR: “Cryoprocessing of Superovulated Prepubertal Hamster Ova”; “Software for Mainframes and Microcomputers"; "Development of Monoclonal Antibodies to Gossypol." CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: The major elements in evaluating proposals include assessments of the scientific merit and
93.865 CENTER FOR RESEARCH FOR MOTHERS AND CHILDREN FEDERAL AGENCY: NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH, DE PARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Public Health Service Act, Section 301, 448 and 487, as amended, Public Laws 78-410 and 99-158, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 241; 42 U.S.C. 285g; 42 U.S.C. 288; Small Business Research and De velopment Enhancement Act of 1992, Public Law 102-564. OBJECTIVES: To stimulate, coordinate, and support fundamental and clinical, biomedical, and behavioral research and research training associated with normal development from conception to maturity and those factors or special health problems that may delay or interfere with normal development. The Center for Research for Mothers and Children (CRMC) supports research for mothers, children, and families, and is designed to: (1) advance knowledge about fetal development, pregnancy, and birth; (2) identify the prerequisites of optimal growth and development through infancy, childhood, and adolescence; and (3) contribute to the prevention and treatment of mental retardation, developmental disabilities, and other childhood and adolescent problems. Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program: To expand and improve the SBIR program; to increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal research and development; to increase small business participation in Federal research and development; and to foster and encourage participation of socially and economically disadvantaged small business concerns and women-owned small business concerns in technological innovation. Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program: To stimulate and foster scientific and technological innovation through cooperative research development carried out between small business concerns and research institutions; to foster technology transfer between small business concerns and research institutions; to increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal research and development; and to foster and encourage participation of socially and economically disadvantaged small business concerns and women-owned small business concerns in technological innovation. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Research Grants: Grantee agrees to administer the grant in accordance with the regulations and policies governing the research grant programs of the Public Health Service as stated in the terms and conditions on the application for the grant. National Research Service Awards: Awarded to individuals for full-time research training in specified behavioral and biomedical shortage areas. Awardees may utilize some of their time in academic and clinical duties if such work is closely related to their research training. Awards may be made to institutions to enable them to make NRS awards to individuals selected by them. Each individual awardee is obligated upon termination of the award to comply with certain service and payback provisions. SBIR Phase I grants (of approximately 6-months' duration) are to establish the technical merit and feasibility of a proposed research effort that may lead to a commercial product or process. Phase II grants are for the continuation of the research initiated in Phase I and which are likely to result in commercial products or processes. Only Phase I awardees are eligible to receive Phase II support. STTR Phase I grants (normally of 1- year duration) are to determine the scientific, technical, and commercial merit and feasibility of the proposed cooperative effort that has potential for commercial application. Phase II funding is based on results of research initiated in Phase I and scientific and technical merit and commercial potential on Phase II appli Page 22
trainee. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi cials. Records: Expenditures and other financial records must be retained for 3 years from the day on which the grantee submits the last expenditure report for the report period. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-0887-0-1-552. FY 99 est $323,879,000; and FY 00 est $332,048,000; (NRSA FY 98 $8,086,000; FY 99 est $10,205,000; and FY 00 est $10,205,000. (SBIR and STTR); FY 98 $8,571,000; FY 99 est $8,990,000; and FY 00 est $9,121,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Grants and cooperative agreements: $762 to 3,716,000; $238,000. NRSA (Institutional): $1,080 to $315,900; $146,000. NRSA (Individual): $3,964 to $66,200; $28,500. SBIR and STTR Grants: Average Phase I awards are for approximately $100,000; Phase II awards may be made for amounts up to $750,000 for a 2-year period. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, this program supported 1,223 research grants, including 38 SBIR and STTR awards, and 275 NRSA awards. This program received approximately 622 research project grant applications in fiscal year 1998, of which 251 applications were funded, with a success rate of 40.4 percent. In fiscal year 1999, this program is expected to support 1,297 research grants, including 40 SBIR and STTR awards, and 278 NRSA awards. This program received approximately 718 competing research project grant applications in fiscal year 1999, of which 274 applications are expected to be funded, with an estimated success rate of 38.1 percent. In fiscal year 2000, the program expects to support 1,316 research grants, including 41 SBIR and STTR awards, and 278 NRSA awards. A report by the National Advisory Eye Council, “Vision Research--A National Plan: 1999-2003," provides a comprehensive summary of the program's goals, objectives, accomplishments, research budget, and program and management policies, as well as statistical information on the incidence, prevalence, and cost of visual disorders. Copies of this document are available from: Office of Science Policy and Legislation, National Eye Institute, Building 31, Room 6A25, 31 Center Drive, MSC 2510, Bethesda, MD 20892-2510. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 42 CFR 52; 42 CFR 66; 45 CFR 74; 45 CFR 92. PHS Grants Policy Statement DHHS Publication No. (DASH) 94-50,000 (Rev.) April 1, 1994, and Addendum effective February 15, 1995; “NIH Guide for Grants and Contacts and Supplements”. National Eye Institute Guidelines are available for Support for Clinical Trials in Vision Research, Participating Clinics in Multicenter Clinical Trials, Clinical Study Planning Grant, Clinical Vision Research Development Award, Small Research Grants for Data Analyses, NRSA Institutional Research Training Grants, Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Award, Core Grants for Vision Research, and Support of Scientific Meetings. Grants will be available under the authority of and administered in accordance with the PHS
Grants Policy Statement and Federal regulations at 42 CFR 52 and 42 tions. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Headquarters Office: Dr. Ralph J. Helmsen, Research Resources Offi- cer, National Eye Institute, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, EPS 350, 6120 Executive Boulevard MSC 7164, Bethesda, MD 20892-7164. Telephone: (301) 496-5301. Grants Management Officer Contact: Ms. Carolyn E. Grimes, Chief, Grants Management Branch, National Eye Institute, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, EPS 350, 6120 Ex- ecutive Boulevard MSC 7164 Bethesda, MD 20892-7164. Telephone: (301) 496-5884. Use the same numbers for FTS. The National Eye In- stitute encourages prospective applicants to visit its internet site atwww.nei.nih.gov/. Among the many recent additions to the site is an expanded "Funding Information/Grants and Contracts" section which contains all National Eye Institute application guidelines and internet links to relevant NIH sites. RELATED PROGRAMS: None. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: (1) Retinal Diseases: Projects in clude studies of the development, molecular and cell biology, molecular genetics, and metabolism of the photoreceptor cells and their dependence on the underlying retinal pigment epithelium; the mechanism of the retina's response to light and the initial processing of information that is transmitted to the visual centers of the brain; the pathogenesis of diabetic retinopathy; the fundamental causes of and etiologic factors responsible for uveitis; the molecular genetic mechanisms underlying retinoblastoma and ocular melanoma; the characterization at the molecular level of the genes responsible for retinitis pigmentosa, age-related macular degeneration, and related disorders, and the cellular and molecular events that accompany retinal detachment. (2) Corneal Diseases: Projects include studies of the regulation of genes that express proteins unique to to ; corneal tissue; the details of the macromolecular and supramolecular assembly of extracellular corneal matrices; the characterization of cytokines and cell surface receptors which interact with corneal cells, pathogens, and blood borne cells; the pathogenesis of corneal infections; the mechanisms that maintain corneal hydration and transparency; the physiologic basis for immune privilege in the cornea; corneal development, growth, and wound healing; the biomechanics of the cornea; the characterization of genes responsible for corneal dystrophy; and, the correction of refractive errors. (3) Lens and Cataract: Projects include studies of the development and aging of the normal lens; the identification, at the cellular and molecular level, of those components that maintain the transparency and proper shape of the lens; the control of lens cell division; the genetics of cataract; structure and function of lens crystallins; the impact of oxidative insult on the lens; and, the role of aldose reductase in human cataractogenesis. (4) Glaucoma: Projects include studies of the genetics of glaucoma, gene expression and regulation of the extracellular matrix proteins of the trabecular meshwork; the basic mechanisms that control aqueous humor dynamics; the design of better pharmacologic agents to modulate aqueous humor secretion and outflow; and mechanisms of optic nerve damage and cell biology of retinal ganglion cell death. (5) Strabismus, Amblyopia, and Visual Processing: Projects include studies of the function of the neural pathways from the eye to the brain, the central processing of visual information, visual perception, optical properties of the eye, functioning of the pupil, and control of the ocular muscles; congenital, developmental, and degenerative abnormalities of the visual sensorimotor system, particularly strabismus and amblyopia. Additional emphasis is placed on and support provided for research on optic neuropathies, eye movement disorders, and the development of myopia. (6) Visual Impairment and Its Rehabilitation: Projects include studies aimed at improving the methods of specifying, measuring and categorizing loss of visual function; devising strategies to help visually impaired people maximize the use of their residual vision; systemically evaluating new and existing visual aids; developing an adequate epidemiological base for blindness, partial loss of sight and visual anomalies; and studying the optical, electronic, and other rehabilitative needs of people with visual impairments. (7) Collaborative Clinical Research: Projects include a number of clinical trials and other epidemiologic research projects including single-center randomized clinical trials, multicenter randomized clinical trials, natural history studies, and risk factor analyses using case-control and prospective cohort methods. These projects have the goal of improving the understanding, the prevention, and the management of visual system diseases and disorders including, for example, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, corneal diseases, cataract, glaucoma, and optic nerve atrophy, the lead Page 23
MD 20892. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Any nonfederal public or private nonprofit 4-year university or college with substantial enrollment of underrepresented minority students may apply for an institutional National Research Service Award. Individual National Research Service awardees must be nominated and sponsored by a public or nonprofit private institution having staff and facilities appropriate to the proposed research training program. All awardees must be citizens or noncitizen nationals of the United States, or must have been lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence. Predoctoral awardees must have completed the baccalaureate degree and must have been accepted into a Ph.D. or combined professional degree-Ph.D. training program in the biomedical or behavioral sciences. Predoctoral faculty fellows must have been fulltime faculty in the biomedical sciences for at least 3 years before the date of application. Senior faculty fellows must have received the Ph.D. or equivalent degree at least 7 years before the date of applica tion. Beneficiary Eligibility: Any nonfederal public or private nonprofit 4-year university or college with a substantial enrollment of ethnic minority students. Credentials/Documentation: For applicants for National Research Serv ice Awards, the academic record, research experience, citizenship, institutional sponsorship, and the proposed area and plan of training must be included in the application. The applicant institution must show the objectives, methodology, and resources for the research training program; the qualifications and experience of directing staff; the criteria to be used in selecting individuals for the award; a plan for evaluating the program; and a detailed budget and justification for the grant funds requested. Costs will be determined in accordance with HHS Regulations 45 CFR, Part 74, Subpart C. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: Not applicable. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: Application forms and information concerning the areas of science being supported may be obtained from the MARC Branch, National Institute of General Medical Sciences, National Institutes of Health, 45 Center Drive MSC 6200, Bethesda, MD 208926200, and completed applications should be submitted to the Center for Scientific Review, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892, for assessment by a scientific review committee. This program is subject to the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-110 “Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Non profit Organizations." Award Procedure: All accepted applications for institutional National Research Service Awards are reviewed for scientific merit by an appropriate initial review group and by a national advisory council. (NRSA applications for the support of individual fellows are not reviewed by the council.) All approved applications compete for available funds on the basis of scientific merit and program emphasis. Deadlines: Institutional NRSAs: January 10 and May 10. Individual NRSAs: April 5 and December 5. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Institutional NRSAs: 12-18 months. Individual NRSAs: 6 months. Appeals: A principal investigator (P.I.) may question the substantive or procedural aspects of the review of his/her application by communicating with the staff of the Institute. A description of the NIH Peer Review Appeal procedures is available on the NIH homepage www.nih.gov/grants/guide/1997/97.11.21/n2.html. Renewals: Every 5 years for institutional NRSAs. Recompetition and Council approval required. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula or matching requirements. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: All awards, except Visiting Scientist Awards, are made for 1 year, with additional support (up to 4 more years) depending on the recommendation of the scientific review
group, the national advisory council, successful annual performance, and availability of funds. Visiting Scientist Awards are usually 3 to 12 months in duration. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Annual progress and fiscal financial status reports for con tinuing projects and final reports on all projects upon conclusion are required. Recipients of individual National Research Service Awards are required to file termination reports to ascertain compliance with the service and payback provisions. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi cials. Records: Expenditures and other financial records must be retained for 3 years from the day on which the grantee submits the last financial sta tus report for the report period. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 75-0851-0-1-552. FY 00 est $21,541,000. to $706,000; $120,500. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: The program supports research training awards in biomedical disciplines including cell and molecular biology, clinical pharmacology, biomedical engineering, and the behavioral sciences. Institutional NRSA grants provide support to undergraduate honors students at minority institutions in order to prepare them for entrance into graduate programs leading to the Ph.D. degree or M.D.-Ph.D. degree in the biomedical sciences. Support for predoctoral fellowships, faculty fellowships, and visiting scientist fellowships is also available. It is anticipated that a total of 207 National Research Service Awards will be funded during fiscal year 1998. It is anticipated that a total of 207 National Research Service Awards will be funded during fiscal year 1999. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 42 CFR 52; 45 CFR 74; 45 CFR 92; NIH Extramural Programs brochure; miscellaneous program literature from Headquarters Office; and PHS Grants Policy Statement, DHHS Publication No. (DASH) 90-50,000, (Rev.) April 1, 1994. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Headquarters Office: Branch Contact: Dr. Adolphus P. Toliver, Chief, MARC Branch, National Institute of General Medical Sciences, Na- tute of General Medical Sciences, National Institutes of Health, 45 Center Drive MSC 6200, Bethesda, MD 20892-6200. Telephone: (301)594-5135. RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.375, Minority Biomedical Research Support; 93.960, Special Minority Initiatives. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Undergraduate student training in academic research; predoctoral fellowships; faculty predoctoral fellowships; faculty senior fellowships; ancillary training activities, and visiting scientist fellowships. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: The major elements in evaluating proposals include assessments of: (1) the scientific merit and general significance of the proposed training and its objectives; (2) the competency of the proposed investigator or program director to successfully pursue the training objectives; (3) the adequacy of the available and proposed facilities and resources; (4) the necessity of the budget components required in relation to the proposed training objectives; and (5) the relevance and importance to announced program objectives. Page 24
www.adobe.com") and downloading the version of the Adobe Acrobat essary. PHS Grants Policy Statement, DHHS Publication No. (DASH) Reader which is appropriate for your operating system, i.e., Windows, 94-50,000, (Rev.) April 1, 1994. Unix, Macintosh, etc. A set of more detailed instructions on how to INFORMATION CONTACTS: A download and use the Adobe Acrobat Reader can be found on the Regional or Local Office: Elsie Quinones, Program Specialist, Primary BHPr Grants Web page under “Notes on this WWW Page.” Applica- Care Medical, Education Branch, Division of Medicine, Bureau of tions for an award under this section must include the following infor- Health Professions, Health Resources and Services Administration, mation regarding the programs of the applicant: (1) A description of Parklawn Building, Room 9A-27, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD rotations or preceptorships for students, or clinical training programs 20857, Telephone: (301) 443-1467. E-Mail: . for residents, that have the principal focus of providing health care to Headquarters Office: Program Contact: Martha Evan, Acting Chief, Primedically undeserved communities. (2) The number of faculty on ad- mary Care Medical Education Branch, Division of Medicine, Bureau of missions committees who have a clinical practice in community-based Health Professions, Health Resources and Services Administration, Deambulatory settings in medically undeserved communities. (3) With re- partment of Health and Human Services, Room 9A-27, 5600 Fishers spect to individuals who are from disadvantaged backgrounds or from Lane, Rockville, MD 20857. Telephone: (301) 443-1467. Grants Manmedically undeserved communities, the number of such individuals agement Contact: John R. Westcott, Grants Management Officer, Buwho are recruited for academic programs of the applicant, the number reau of Health Professions, Health Resources and Services Administraof such individuals who are admitted to such programs, and the num- tion, Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services, ber of such individuals who graduate from such programs. (4) If appli- 5600 Fishers Lane, Room 8C-26, Rockville, MD 20857. Telephone: cable, the number of recent graduates who have chosen careers in pri- (301) 443-6880. Use the same numbers for FTS. mary health care. (5) The number of recent graduates whose practices RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.379, Grants for Graduate Training in Family are serving medically undeserved communities. (6) A description of Medicine; 93.896, Grants for Predoctoral Training in Family Medicine. whether and to what extent the applicant is able to operate without EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Projects have been awarded to Federal assistance under this title. increase the supply of physician faculty to teach family medicine and/ Award Procedure: Notification is made in writing; a Notice of Grant or improve the teaching skills of current faculty. Training activities for Award will be issued from the Headquarters Office. funded projects include short-term (3 to 9 months) and long-term (1 to Deadlines: Application deadlines are available on the World Wide Web 2 years) fellowships, as well as workshops and seminars. at address: http://www.hrsa.gov/bhpr/grants.html. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Competing applications Range of ApprovalDisapproval Time: From 3 to 4 months. are initially reviewed by nonfederal consultants. Approval of any appliAppeals: Appeal available only to grantees. cation will be based on an analysis of the following factors: (1) the poRenewals: Progress reports must be submitted each year beginning with tential effectiveness of the proposed project in carrying out the training the second year of support. Competitive continuations may be sub purposes of Section 747 of the PHS Act; (2) the extent of responsivemitted during the terminal year of support. ness to the project requirements, guidelines and application requireASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: ments; (3) the administrative and management capability of the appliFormula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory cant to carry out the proposed project in a cost-effective manner, and formula or matching requirements. (4) the potential of the project to continue on a self-sustaining basis Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Funds are available for ex after the period of grant support. In making awards of grants under this penditure during approved budget period. Payment is made by an Elec section, preference will be given to any qualified applicant that -- (A) tronic Transfer System or Monthly Cash Request System. has a high rate for placing graduates in practice settings having the POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: principal focus of serving residents of medically undeserved commuReports: Progress reports must be submitted annually. Financial status nities; or (B) during the 2-year period preceding the fiscal year for reports required within 90 days after end of each budget period. A final which such an award is sought, has achieved a significant increase in progress report and final financial status report must be submitted with the rate of placing graduates in such settings. Preference will be given in 90 days after the end of the project period. only for applications ranked above the 20th percentile of applications Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 that have been recommended for approval by the appropriate peer re(Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a 93.896 GRANTS FOR PREDOCTORAL TRAINING program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from IN FAMILY MEDICINE Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular (Predoctoral Training) No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi FEDERAL AGENCY: HEALTH RESOURCES AND SERVICES ADcials. MINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN Records: Financial records must be kept available for 3 years after sub SERVICES mission of expenditure reports and 3 years after final disposition of AUTHORIZATION: Public Health Service Act, Title VII, Part C, Section nonexpendable property. If questions remain, such as those raised as a 747, as amended; Health Professions Education Partnerships Act of result of audit, records must be retained until the matter is resolved. 1998, Public Law 105-392. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: OBJECTIVES: To assist schools of allopathic medicine and osteopathic Account Identification: 75-0350-0-1-550. medicine in meeting the costs of projects to plan, develop, and operate Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $9,230,867; FY 99 est Nl; and FY 00 est professional predoctoral training programs in the field of family medi$0. cine. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: From $47,857 to TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. $310,858; $170.942. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Grants may not be used for construcPROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, 54 awards were tion, patient services, or student assistance. made. In fiscal year 1999, 45 continuation awards will be made; it is ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: anticipated that 8 competitive awards will be made. No funds are pro- Applicant Eligibility: Any accredited nonprofit school of allopathic medjected for fiscal year 2000. icine or osteopathic medicine. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 42 CFR Beneficiary Eligibility: Any accredited nonprofit school of medicine or 57.1601-57.1610. Grants for Faculty Development in Family Medicine, osteopathic medicine. program brochure. Final regulations published in Federal Register on Credentials Documentation: For existing schools: accredited by a recogOctober 16, 1980. Funding preferences, priorities, and special consider- nized body or bodies approved for such purposes by the Secretary of ations are published in the Federal Register each fiscal year as nec- Education. For new schools: a letter of reasonable assurance of accredi Page 25
USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Funds are restricted to the support of REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 42 CFR existing accredited General Practice Residency programs or Advanced 57.3901. PHS Grants Policy Statement, DHHS Publication No. Educational programs in General Dentistry and to support the develop- (OASH) 94-500,000, Rev.) April 1, 1994. ment of new programs. A grant may be used to support personnel, resi- INFORMATION CONTACTS: dents or trainees who are in need of financial assistance, renovate Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. space, purchase equipment and meet other related expenses necessary Headquarters Office: Program Contact: Dr. Kathy L. Hayes, Public for the conduct of the program. Health and Dental Education Branch, Division of Associated Dental ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: and Public Health Professions, Bureau of Health Professions, Health Applicant Eligibility: Public or private nonprofit school of dentistry or Resources and Services Administration, Public Health Service, Depart accredited post-graduate dental training institution, located in the 50 ment of Health and Human Services, 5600 Fishers Lane, Room 8C-09, United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rockville, MD 20857. Telephone: (301) 443-4832. Grants Management Rico, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Virgin Contact: John R. Westcott, Grants Management Officer, Bureau of Islands, Guam, American Samoa or the Federated States of Micronesia, Health Professions, Health Resources and Services Administration, the Republic of the Marshall Islands and the Republic of Palau. Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services, Beneficiary Eligibility: Any public or private nonprofit school of den- Parklawn Building, Room 8C-26, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD tistry or accredited post-graduate dental institution. 20852. Telephone: (301) 443-6880. Use the same numbers for FTS. Credentials/Documentation: Costs will be determined by DHHS Regu- RELATED PROGRAMS: None, lations 45 CFR Part 74, Subpart Q. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Programs which provide support APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: for the initiation, improvement, and expansion of general practice resiPreapplication Coordination: Not applicable. This program is excluded dency programs and advanced educational programs in general denfrom coverage under E.O. 12372. tistry. These programs seek to train general practitioners who (1) Can Application Procedure: Separate grant application and review cycles are provide comprehensive dental care for all segments of the population, conducted for proposals to support training programs. Information and including the medically comprised, the elderly, pediatric dental patients application materials may be downloaded from the Bureau of Health and the handicapped; and (2) are more capable of practice in Professions (BHPr) Home Page. The URL (Uniform Resource Locator) undeserved urban and rural areas. All projects are similar in that they for the BHPr Home Page is http://www.hrsa.bhpr/grants.html. are developed to meet specified program goals. Award Procedure: Notification is made in writing; a Notice of Grant CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Evaluation of applications Award will be issued from the Headquarters Office. for approval or disapproval will take into consideration, among other Deadlines: Application deadlines can be obtained via the Internet at: factors, the degree to which: (1) The proposal addresses the legislative http://www.hrsa.gov/bhpr/grants.html. intent of the program and has a well-documented rationale; (2) The obRange of Approval/Disapproval Time: Approximately 4 months. jectives of the proposed project are consistent with the program's raAppeals: Not applicable. tionale, and are measurable and achievable within the project period; Renewals: Progress reports must be submitted each year beginning with (3) The proposed project's methodology is consistent with the objec the second year of support. Competitive continuations may be sub- tives and explained in appropriate detail; (4) The evaluation is linked mitted during the terminal year of support. to the objectives and addresses the project outcomes; (5) The applicant ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: demonstrates the administrative and managerial capability to carry out Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory the proposed project; (6) The proposed budget is complete, appropriate, formula or matching requirements. cost-effective, and clearly justified; (7) The plan for institutionalizing Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Funds are available for ex- the project outcomes is specific and realistic; and (8) The proposal penditure during approved budget period. Payment is made by an Elec- plans to attract, maintain, and graduate minority and disadvantaged stutronic Transfer System or Monthly Cash Request System. dents. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: A progress report must be submitted annually. Financial status 93.900 GRANTS FOR FACULTY DEVELOPMENT reports are required within 90 days after the end of each budget period. IN GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE AND/OR A final progress report and final financial status report must be sub GENERAL PEDIATRICS mitted within 90 days after the end of the project. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (GIM/GP Faculty Development) (Revised, June 24, 1997), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations,” nonfederal entities that receive financial as- FEDERAL AGENCY: HEALTH RESOURCES AND SERVICES ADsistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a MINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that SERVICES expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from AUTHORIZATION: Public Health Service Act, Title VII, Part C, Section Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular 748, as amended; Health Professions Education Partnerships Act of No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject 1998, Public Law 105-392. to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offi- OBJECTIVES: To promote the development of faculty skills in physicians cials. (full-time, part-time, volunteer, fellows and/or residents) who are curRecords: Financial records must be kept available for 3 years after sub- rently teaching or who plan teaching careers in general internal medi mission of expenditure reports, and 3 years after final disposition of cine and/or general pediatrics training programs. As with the residency non-expendable property. If questions remain, such as those raised by training programs in general internal medicine and general pediatrics, an audit, records must be retained until the matter is resolved. programs supported by these grants will emphasize the principles of FINANCIAL INFORMATION: primary care as demonstrated through continuity, ambulatory, prevenAccount Identification: 75-0350-0-1-550. tive and psychosocial aspects of the practice of medicine. Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $3,624,433; FY 99 est $4,200,000; and FY TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. 00 est $0. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Grants may not be used for construcRange and Average of Financial Assistance: The range is from $21,619 tion, patient services, or student assistance. to $338,102; $103,686. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1998, 23 continuation Applicant Eligibility: The applicant must be: an accredited public or pri and 12 competitive awards were made. It is estimated for fiscal year vate nonprofit school of allopathic medicine or school of osteopathic 1999, 19 continuation awards will be made and approximate 20 com- medicine, or a public or private nonprofit hospital or other entity, and peting award will be made. Page 26
ties. The intent of this program is to increase the number of nurses Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: The cooperative agreement serving in facilities which have a critical shortage of nurses. will have a 3-year project period with 12-month budget periods. Fol lowing the initial budget period, continued funding is subject to the 93.910 FAMILY AND COMMUNITY VIOLENCE availability of funds and satisfactory program performance. Payments PREVENTION PROGRAM will be made either on a monthly cash request basis or under a letter of credit. Necessary instructions regarding payment procedure will be pro(Family Life Centers) vided at the time the notice of grant award is issued. FEDERAL AGENCY: OFFICE OF MINORITY HEALTH, OFFICE PUB- POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: LIC HEALTH AND SCIENCES, OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANCE Reports: Semi-annual progress reports are required for the cooperative SECRETARY FOR HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND agreement with final performance report due 90 days after the end of HUMAN SERVICES the project period. Financial status report is due 90 days after the end AUTHORIZATION: Public Health Service Act, as amended, Title XVII, of the budget period with a final financial status report due no later Section 1707(d)(1), 42 U.S.C. 300u et seq.; Disadvantaged Minority than 90 days after the end of the project period. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 OBJECTIVES: To establish a consortium of nineteen Family Life Centers (Revised, June 24, 1997), “Audits of States, Local Governments, and on the campuses of minority institutions of higher education to: 1) As Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that receive financial assess local community resources for violence prevention projects; 2) Co sistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a ordinate activities with existing violence prevention projects; 3) Design program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that and implement educational interventions addressing interpersonal fam expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from ily violence; and 4) Design and implement a project to identify stu Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular dents from dysfunctional families and support them with coping strate No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject gies. to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal government offiTYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. cials. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Funds will be used to support a coop Records: Financial records, supporting documents, statistical records, and erative agreement for a family and community violence consortium to all other records pertinent to the grant shall be retained for a minimum prevent minority related violence and improve health and human serv of 3 years, or longer pending completion and resolution of any audit ices to minorities. Grants funds may not be used for construction of fa findings. Property records must be retained in accordance with Public cilities, including additions and extensions; acquisition of land; or any Health Service Policy Statement requirements. costs prohibited by the cost principles in 45 CFR, Parts 74 and 92. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Grants may not be used for sectarian instruction or any religious pur Account Identification: 75-1101-0-1-550. poses, or for lobbying. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Obligations: (Grants) FY 98 $4,900,000; FY 99 est $6,400,000; and FY Applicant Eligibility: Eligible Applicants: An institute of higher edu 00 est $6,400,000. cation representing 4-year undergraduate institutions historically identi- Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Cooperative Agreements, fied as providing education primarily to minority students, or having a $4,900,000. majority enrollment of minority students. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: For fiscal year 1998, one continuBeneficiary Eligibility: Minority families and communities. ation award was issued to an institute of higher education representing Credentials/Documentation: Proof of nonprofit status is required as part 19 participants. In fiscal year 1999, a continuation award will be issued of the application submission. to the same institute representing 24 participants. It is anticipated that APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: the same number of participants will be funded for fiscal year 2000. Preapplication Coordination: This program does not require any REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Specific pro preapplication coordination. This program is eligible for coverage gram requirements are contained in the application instructions, the under E.O. 12372, “Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." Federal Register, and the PHS Grants Policy Statement (DHHS An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the sin (OASH) Publication No. 94- 50,000, Rev. April 1, 1994). gle point of contact in his or her State for more information on the INFORMATION CONTACTS: process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. the State has selected the program for review. The program is also sub Headquarters Office: Program Contact: Ms. Cynthia H. Amis, Director, ject to Public Health System Reporting requirements. Division of Program Operations, Office of Minority Health, Office of Application Procedure: Requests for the standard PHS application form Public Health and Science, Office of the Secretary, Department of (SF PHS 5161-1 revised July 1992) and instructions for submission Health and Human Services, Suite 1000, Rockwall II Building, 5515 should be directed to Mrs. Carolyn Williams, Grants Management Offi Security Lane, Rockville, MD 20852. Telephone: (301) 594-0769. cer, Division of Management Operations, Office of Minority Health, Grants Management Contact: Mrs. Carolyn Williams, Grants ManageOffice of Public Health and Science, Department of Health and Human Services, Rockwall II Building, Suite 1000, 5515 Security Lane, Rock ment Officer, Division of Management Operations, Office of Minority Health, Office of Public Health and Science, Office of the Secretary, ville, MD 20852. Telephone: (301) 594-0758. A signed original and Department of Health and Human Services, Suite 1000, Rockwall II two copies of the application are required. This program is subject to the provisions of 45 CFR Parts 74 and 92 for nonprofit organizations Building, 5515 Security Lane, Rockville, MD 20852. Telephone: (301)594-0758. Use the same numbers for FTS. and State and local governments, respectively. Award Procedure: After considering the recommendations of the review RELATED PROGRAMS: 93.927, Health Centers Grants for Residents of Public Housing. panel, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Minority Health makes final decision on funding projects and a notice of grant award is issued. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: The following are examples of Deadlines: Contact Headquarters Office listed below for deadline receipt projects funded under the cooperative agreement: 1) A database and reinformation. source directory was developed on viable violence and substance abuse Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: About 60 days. services and resources; 2) A variety of education experiences were proAppeals: None. vided to youth and families to assist them in making positive life style Renewals: None. choices and facilitating their educational pursuits; 3) Community outASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: reach services were provided to neighborhoods. Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Complete review criteria formula or matching requirements. information can be obtained from the Program Contact. |
Which of the following peer review technique indicates review performed by individuals who are not directly involved in the application development process?
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