Opportunity Information: Apply for 2010 BJS 2475
Apply for 2010 BJS 2475
- The Bureau of Justice Statistics in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "2010 National Criminal History Improvement Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.554 National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP).
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 14, 2010 and posted on Jan 14, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 1, 2010. (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 35 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The 2010 National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP) was a discretionary federal grant opportunity from the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) designed to help state governments strengthen the quality and usability of criminal history and related justice records. The central aim of the program was to improve how well states can create, maintain, and share criminal history information so it is accurate, complete, and readily accessible across state lines. In practical terms, the program focused on making records more reliable for law enforcement and criminal justice purposes and more effective for criminal history background checks that depend on timely, standardized, and comprehensive data.
A major emphasis of NCHIP was enhancing the “utility” and “interstate accessibility” of records, meaning states were encouraged to modernize systems and processes so information can be transmitted and used consistently in national systems. The program also highlighted specific record categories that are especially important for public safety and background-check decision-making. These included records of protective orders involving domestic violence and stalking, sex offender records, and automated identification systems, along with other state record systems that support national records systems. The intent was to reduce gaps, delays, and inconsistencies that can prevent critical information from appearing when it is needed, such as during firearm purchase background checks, employment screenings, or justice system decision points.
This opportunity was offered as a cooperative agreement, indicating that the awarding agency expected to have substantial involvement in the project beyond simply issuing funds, such as providing guidance, oversight, or coordination during implementation. The funding opportunity number was 2010 BJS 2475, and it was categorized under “Science and Technology and other Research and Development,” reflecting the program’s frequent focus on system improvements, automation, and information-sharing infrastructure rather than solely staffing or direct service delivery. The program was associated with CFDA number 16.554 (National Criminal History Improvement Program).
Eligibility was limited to state governments, aligning with the program’s goal of strengthening state-level repositories and systems that feed national criminal justice information networks. The program anticipated making about 35 awards, and it did not require cost sharing or matching funds, which can make participation more feasible for states seeking to upgrade technology, improve data quality, or address backlog and completeness issues without needing to secure additional non-federal dollars.
Key dates for the opportunity show that it was posted and created on January 14, 2010, with an original and final application closing date of March 1, 2010. The opportunity was archived on March 31, 2010, meaning it was no longer active after that point and materials would be maintained for reference rather than for new submissions.
For applicants or interested parties who had trouble accessing the full program announcement electronically, the contact listed was Lisa Price Grear, Program Analyst, reachable by phone at 202-616-3561. The announcement also referenced an additional information link labeled “Program Announcement,” which would have contained the full details such as allowable activities, reporting requirements, performance measures, and application instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): 2010 National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP)
What is the 2010 National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP)?
The 2010 National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP) was a discretionary federal grant opportunity from the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS). It was designed to help state governments strengthen the quality and usability of criminal history and related justice records.
What was the main goal of this program?
The central aim was to improve how well states can create, maintain, and share criminal history information so it is accurate, complete, and readily accessible across state lines.
How would states have benefited from participating in NCHIP?
The program emphasized making records more reliable for law enforcement and criminal justice purposes and more effective for criminal history background checks that depend on timely, standardized, and comprehensive data.
What does it mean that NCHIP focused on the “utility” of records?
“Utility” refers to how useful the records are in real-world decision-making. Under NCHIP, states were encouraged to improve the quality, completeness, and timeliness of records so they could be used more effectively in justice processes and background checks.
What does “interstate accessibility” mean in the context of this grant?
“Interstate accessibility” means criminal history information can be transmitted and used consistently across state lines, particularly through national systems. The program encouraged modernization so records could be shared and accessed more reliably in interstate and national information-sharing environments.
What kinds of record categories were highlighted as priorities?
The opportunity highlighted several record categories considered especially important for public safety and background-check decision-making, including protective orders involving domestic violence and stalking, sex offender records, and automated identification systems. It also covered other state record systems that support national records systems.
Why were protective orders and sex offender records emphasized?
These categories were singled out because they can be critical for public safety and for decisions made through background checks. The program’s intent was to reduce gaps, delays, and inconsistencies that might prevent this information from appearing when needed.
What practical uses were mentioned for the improved records?
The program description referenced scenarios where accurate and timely records matter, such as firearm purchase background checks, employment screenings, and justice system decision points.
What type of award was this opportunity?
This opportunity was offered as a cooperative agreement.
What does a cooperative agreement imply for how the project would be run?
A cooperative agreement indicates that the awarding agency expected to have substantial involvement beyond simply issuing funds. This could include guidance, oversight, or coordination during implementation.
Which federal agency offered the grant?
The opportunity was offered through the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS).
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number was 2010 BJS 2475.
What CFDA number was associated with this program?
The program was associated with CFDA number 16.554 (National Criminal History Improvement Program).
How was this opportunity categorized?
It was categorized under “Science and Technology and other Research and Development,” reflecting its frequent focus on system improvements, automation, and information-sharing infrastructure.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to state governments.
About how many awards were anticipated?
The program anticipated making about 35 awards.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds.
When was the opportunity posted and created?
The opportunity was posted and created on January 14, 2010.
What was the application deadline?
The original and final application closing date was March 1, 2010.
Is this grant opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on March 31, 2010, meaning it was no longer active after that point and materials would be maintained for reference rather than for new submissions.
Who should someone contact if they could not access the full program announcement electronically?
The contact listed was Lisa Price Grear, Program Analyst, reachable by phone at 202-616-3561.
What additional document was referenced for full details?
An additional information link labeled “Program Announcement” was referenced as the place where full details would be provided, such as allowable activities, reporting requirements, performance measures, and application instructions.
What kinds of details would the full program announcement typically include (as referenced)?
Based on the description provided, the referenced “Program Announcement” would have contained full details such as allowable activities, reporting requirements, performance measures, and application instructions.
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