Opportunity Information: Apply for RDUP WEP 12 09
Apply for RDUP WEP 12 09
- The Utilities Programs in the community development environment recovery act sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "ARRA TAT Grant" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.761 Technical Assistance and Training Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 11, 2009 and posted on Dec 11, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 11, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $5,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $5,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Requirements for Applying (For more specific information see 7 CFR 1775, Section 1775.35.) The applying entity Applicant) must 1. Be a private, non profit organization that has tax exempt status from the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) 2. Be legally established and have the proven ability, background, experience,legal authority and actual capacity to provide technical assistance and/or training to carry out the grant purpose. 3. Have no delinquent debt to the Federal Government or no outstanding judgments to repay a Federal debt. B. What Are the Basic Eligibility Requirements for a Project The project must identify and evaluate solutions to water and waste disposal problems, assist applicants in preparing applications for water and waste grants made in accordance with 7 CFR part 1775 of this chapter, or improve operation and maintenance of existing water and waste disposal facilities in rural areas.
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Opportunity Summary:
The ARRA TAT Grant (Funding Opportunity Number RDUP WEP 12 09) was a discretionary federal grant offered through the USDA Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Utilities Programs, using American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds to strengthen rural water and waste disposal systems. The core purpose was to provide financial support for technical assistance and training that helps rural communities in the greatest need obtain or improve safe drinking water and sanitary, environmentally sound waste disposal services. Rather than paying directly for large construction projects, this opportunity focused on the practical, on-the-ground support that helps communities diagnose problems, plan viable solutions, and successfully move projects forward.
The funded work under this program centered on three main types of activities. First, grantees could help rural communities identify and evaluate solutions to drinking water and waste disposal challenges, which can include assessing system conditions, considering alternatives, and determining feasible approaches. Second, funds could be used to assist applicants in preparing applications for water and waste disposal grants under 7 CFR part 1775, essentially helping communities assemble stronger, compliant, and more competitive applications. Third, the grant could support efforts to improve the operation and maintenance of existing rural water and waste disposal facilities, which is often where communities struggle most due to limited staffing, training, or technical capacity. Overall, the goal was to make rural systems safer and more reliable by improving local capacity and readiness, not just by funding physical infrastructure.
Because the funding came from the Recovery Act, the announcement emphasized speed and economic impact. Recipients were expected to give preference to activities that could be started and completed quickly, reflecting ARRA's focus on rapid stimulus. In addition, grantees were directed to use the funds in ways that maximized job creation and broader economic benefit, meaning projects were expected to translate into real near-term employment and local economic activity where possible, even though the grant is primarily for technical assistance and training rather than construction.
Eligibility was limited to qualified private nonprofit organizations. Applicants needed to be IRS-recognized tax-exempt entities, legally established, and able to demonstrate a proven ability, experience, and authority to provide the required technical assistance and/or training. They also had to be in good standing with the federal government, meaning no delinquent federal debt and no outstanding judgments related to repayment of federal debt. Project eligibility followed the same basic scope: the proposed work had to directly support identifying and evaluating rural water/waste solutions, application preparation assistance under the relevant regulations, or operational and maintenance improvements for existing systems in rural areas, consistent with the Technical Assistance and Training grant framework in 7 CFR part 1775 (with specific application requirements referenced at 7 CFR 1775.35).
In terms of funding details, the program anticipated making about five awards, with an estimated total funding amount of $5,000,000. The award ceiling was listed as $5,000,000 and the award floor as $0, indicating that grant sizes could vary and, at least administratively, were not constrained by a minimum amount. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, which typically lowers the barrier for nonprofits to apply, especially when serving small or resource-constrained rural communities. The program was posted on December 11, 2009, with an application deadline of January 11, 2010, and it was later archived on February 10, 2010. The associated CFDA number was 10.761 (Technical Assistance and Training Grants), and the activity categories were listed as Community Development, Environment, and Recovery Act, which reflects the program's blend of rural development, public health/environmental protection, and ARRA stimulus priorities.
For applicants who needed help accessing the full announcement, the contact listed was Anita OBrien, Loan Specialist, reachable by phone at 202-690-3789, with the government email address field indicated but not fully provided in the excerpt.
ARRA TAT Grant (RDUP WEP 12 09) - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ARRA TAT Grant?
The ARRA TAT Grant was a discretionary federal grant offered through the USDA Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Utilities Programs, funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). It was designed to strengthen rural water and waste disposal systems by funding technical assistance and training rather than paying directly for major construction.
What was the main purpose of this funding opportunity?
The core purpose was to provide financial support for technical assistance and training that helps rural communities in the greatest need obtain or improve safe drinking water and sanitary, environmentally sound waste disposal services. The emphasis was on practical, on-the-ground support to help communities diagnose problems, plan viable solutions, and successfully move projects forward.
Which federal agency administered the program?
The program was offered through the USDA Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Utilities Programs.
What was the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number was RDUP WEP 12 09.
What types of activities could be funded?
Funded work centered on three main activity areas:
- Helping rural communities identify and evaluate solutions to drinking water and waste disposal challenges (such as assessing system conditions, considering alternatives, and determining feasible approaches).
- Assisting applicants in preparing applications for water and waste disposal grants under 7 CFR part 1775 (helping assemble stronger, compliant, and more competitive applications).
- Improving the operation and maintenance of existing rural water and waste disposal facilities (addressing common gaps in staffing, training, or technical capacity).
Did the grant pay for large construction projects?
No. This opportunity focused on technical assistance and training that support planning, readiness, application preparation, and operational improvements, rather than directly funding large construction.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to qualified private nonprofit organizations. Applicants needed to be IRS-recognized tax-exempt entities, legally established, and able to demonstrate a proven ability, experience, and authority to provide the required technical assistance and/or training.
Were there restrictions related to federal debt or judgments?
Yes. Applicants had to be in good standing with the federal government, including having no delinquent federal debt and no outstanding judgments related to repayment of federal debt.
What kinds of projects were considered eligible under this grant?
The proposed work had to directly support one or more of the following in rural areas: identifying and evaluating water/waste solutions, assisting with application preparation under the relevant regulations, or improving operation and maintenance of existing systems. The scope aligned with the Technical Assistance and Training grant framework in 7 CFR part 1775, with specific application requirements referenced at 7 CFR 1775.35.
How did ARRA influence expectations for project timing?
Because the funds came from the Recovery Act, recipients were expected to give preference to activities that could be started and completed quickly, reflecting ARRA's emphasis on rapid stimulus.
Was job creation or economic impact part of the program focus?
Yes. Grantees were directed to use funds in ways that maximized job creation and broader economic benefit. Even though the grant primarily supported technical assistance and training, activities were still expected to translate into near-term employment and local economic activity where possible.
How much funding was available under this opportunity?
The program anticipated a total estimated funding amount of $5,000,000.
How many awards were expected?
About five awards were anticipated.
What was the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling was listed as $5,000,000.
What was the minimum award amount (award floor)?
The award floor was listed as $0, indicating that grant sizes could vary and were not administratively constrained by a minimum amount in the announcement.
Was a match or cost share required?
No. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement.
When was the opportunity posted, and when were applications due?
The opportunity was posted on December 11, 2009, and the application deadline was January 11, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
It was archived on February 10, 2010.
What CFDA number was associated with this program?
The associated CFDA number was 10.761 (Technical Assistance and Training Grants).
What categories were used to describe the program?
The activity categories listed were Community Development, Environment, and Recovery Act.
Who was the listed point of contact for questions about the announcement?
The contact listed was Anita OBrien, Loan Specialist.
How could applicants reach the point of contact?
Applicants could reach the contact by phone at 202-690-3789. The excerpt indicates a government email address field but does not provide the full email address.
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