Opportunity Information: Apply for SWMFY2017
Apply for SWMFY2017
- The Department of Agriculture, Utilities Programs in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "RUS SWM Grant FY 2017" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.762.
- This funding opportunity was created on Oct 01, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 31, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 30 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The RUS SWM Grant FY 2017 (Funding Opportunity Number: SWMFY2017) is a discretionary grant program offered through the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service (USDA Utilities Programs), listed under CFDA 10.762. The purpose of the program is to support solid waste management efforts in rural areas, with a strong emphasis on protecting water resources and improving the safety, compliance, and effectiveness of landfill operations through technical assistance and training rather than through construction or equipment purchases. The opportunity was created on October 1, 2016, and the original application closing date was December 31, 2016. The program anticipated making about 30 awards, and the posted award ceiling is shown as 0, which typically signals that award sizes may vary or are determined through program guidance rather than being capped in the public listing.
Funding is intended for activities that help rural communities and organizations better manage landfills and reduce risks tied to solid waste. Allowable uses include evaluating current landfill conditions to identify potential threats to water resources in rural settings, which can involve assessments that pinpoint environmental vulnerabilities and operational weaknesses. The grant can also support technical assistance and training designed to strengthen operator skills for active landfills, focusing on proper operation and maintenance practices that reduce environmental risk and improve day-to-day performance. Another eligible focus is technical assistance and training that helps associations reduce the overall solid waste stream, which can include education, planning, and program support aimed at waste reduction approaches. In addition, the program explicitly supports assistance for rural landfill sites that are already closed or expected to close soon, including the development and implementation of closure plans, future land use planning, safety and maintenance planning, and building a closure schedule that meets permitting requirements. In practical terms, this makes the program well-suited to organizations providing expert guidance, training curricula, compliance planning support, and structured technical help to rural landfill operators and communities dealing with closure obligations.
The opportunity is also clear about what it will not pay for. Funds cannot be used to recruit or prepare preapplications or applications for any loan or grant program, including the RUS Water and Waste Disposal Loan and/or Grant Program. It also cannot be used for activities that duplicate services already being provided or to replace prior support, such as work that an association already pays a consultant to perform in developing a project. Political activities are prohibited. The grant cannot be used to pay for capital assets, buy real estate or vehicles, improve or renovate office space, or repair and maintain privately owned property. It also cannot be used for construction or for operation and maintenance costs of water and waste facilities. Finally, costs incurred before the effective date of the grant are not allowable under the program rules referenced in 7 CFR 1775, meaning applicants need to align project timing and spending with the grant start date to remain compliant.
Eligibility is labeled broadly as "Others" in the listing, indicating that the program may allow applications from certain types of organizations beyond standard government categories, but the specific eligible entity types would normally be defined in the full notice and program guidance. Overall, the SWM Grant is best understood as a capacity-building and risk-reduction program for rural solid waste management, prioritizing assessments, training, and technical planning support that help landfills operate safely, protect rural water resources, and close responsibly when closure is imminent.
RUS Solid Waste Management (SWM) Grant FY 2017 (SWMFY2017) - FAQs
What is the RUS SWM Grant FY 2017 (SWMFY2017)?
The RUS Solid Waste Management (SWM) Grant FY 2017 is a discretionary grant program offered through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Utilities Service (RUS), Utilities Programs. The Funding Opportunity Number is SWMFY2017 and it is listed under CFDA 10.762.
What is the main purpose of this grant program?
The program is designed to support solid waste management efforts in rural areas, with a strong emphasis on protecting water resources. It prioritizes improving the safety, compliance, and effectiveness of landfill operations through technical assistance and training rather than construction projects or equipment purchases.
Is this program focused on construction or buying equipment for landfills?
No. The opportunity emphasizes technical assistance and training. It specifically states that grant funds cannot be used for construction or for purchasing capital assets (which would include many types of equipment purchases).
When was this funding opportunity created, and when did it close?
The opportunity was created on October 1, 2016. The original application closing date was December 31, 2016.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The program anticipated making about 30 awards.
Is there a maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The posted award ceiling is shown as 0. This commonly indicates that award sizes may vary and/or that specific award levels are determined through program guidance rather than a fixed cap in the public listing.
What kinds of projects or activities does the grant support?
Funding is intended for activities that help rural communities and organizations better manage landfills and reduce risks tied to solid waste. The program supports assessments, technical assistance, training, and planning services related to landfill operations and closure.
Can the grant be used to evaluate current landfill conditions?
Yes. An allowable use is evaluating current landfill conditions to identify potential threats to water resources in rural settings. This can include assessments that pinpoint environmental vulnerabilities and operational weaknesses.
Does the grant support training for active landfill operators?
Yes. The grant can support technical assistance and training designed to strengthen operator skills for active landfills, including proper operation and maintenance practices that reduce environmental risk and improve day-to-day performance.
Can the grant support work aimed at reducing the overall solid waste stream?
Yes. The program includes technical assistance and training that helps associations reduce the overall solid waste stream. This can include education, planning, and program support aimed at waste reduction approaches.
Does the program support assistance for closed landfills or landfills that will close soon?
Yes. The program explicitly supports technical assistance for rural landfill sites that are already closed or expected to close soon.
What types of closure-related activities are allowed?
Allowable closure-related activities include developing and implementing closure plans, future land use planning, safety and maintenance planning, and building a closure schedule that meets permitting requirements.
Who is this grant especially well-suited for?
Based on the described uses, the grant is well-suited to organizations that provide expert guidance, training curricula, compliance planning support, and structured technical help to rural landfill operators and communities dealing with landfill operations or closure obligations.
Can grant funds be used to recruit or prepare applications for other loan/grant programs?
No. Funds cannot be used to recruit or prepare preapplications or applications for any loan or grant program, including the RUS Water and Waste Disposal Loan and/or Grant Program.
Can the grant be used to pay for activities that duplicate existing services?
No. The grant cannot be used for activities that duplicate services already being provided or to replace prior support. One example given is using grant funds for work that an association already pays a consultant to perform in developing a project.
Are political activities allowed under this grant?
No. Political activities are prohibited.
Can grant funds be used to buy real estate or vehicles?
No. The grant cannot be used to pay for capital assets, buy real estate, or purchase vehicles.
Can the grant be used to improve or renovate office space?
No. The opportunity states that funds cannot be used to improve or renovate office space.
Can the grant be used to repair or maintain privately owned property?
No. The grant cannot be used to repair and maintain privately owned property.
Can the grant be used for operation and maintenance costs of water and waste facilities?
No. The opportunity states the grant cannot be used for operation and maintenance costs of water and waste facilities.
Are costs incurred before the grant start date allowed?
No. Costs incurred before the effective date of the grant are not allowable under the program rules referenced in 7 CFR 1775. Applicants need to align project timing and spending with the grant start date to remain compliant.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is labeled broadly as "Others" in the listing. This indicates the program may allow applications from certain types of organizations beyond standard government categories, but the specific eligible entity types would normally be defined in the full notice and program guidance.
What is the overall focus of the SWM Grant based on this listing?
Overall, the SWM Grant is best understood as a capacity-building and risk-reduction program for rural solid waste management. It prioritizes assessments, training, and technical planning support that help landfills operate safely, protect rural water resources, and close responsibly when closure is imminent.
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