Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 09 OHA 091 002
Apply for DHS 09 OHA 091 002
- The Office of Procurement Operations Grants Division in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BioWatch Program Field Operations Sample Collection Activities" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.091 Homeland Security Biowatch Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 27, 2009 and posted on Jan 27, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Rolling application deadlines based on current Recipients periods of performance under existing awards. Applicants must be invited by DHS to apply.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $22,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 26 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments County governments City or township governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The BioWatch Program Field Operations - Sample Collection Activities opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DHS-09-OHA-091-002; CFDA 97.091) is a continuation cooperative agreement from the Department of Homeland Security that supports ongoing, on-the-ground BioWatch operations. BioWatch is described as a central piece of DHS efforts to counter biological terrorism, functioning as an early warning system meant to detect the intentional release of select aerosolized biological agents. In practical terms, the program is built around maintaining a sustained, always-on (24/7) operational capability that can detect a potential bioterrorism event and support the full lifecycle of incident management: response, mitigation, and recovery.
This announcement is not an open competition. Applications are only accepted from entities that DHS specifically invites, and it is aimed primarily at eligible applicants that are already involved in BioWatch, including current cooperative agreement recipients seeking continuation funding. The submission window is rolling rather than a single fixed deadline, and the relevant due date depends on each current recipient's existing period of performance under their active award. The purpose of this particular announcement is to renew financial assistance and extend the period of performance for an additional two years, essentially enabling participating jurisdictions to keep field operations running without interruption.
The expected scope is national in reach but implemented through local and state partners. DHS anticipates making about 26 awards, with an estimated total funding level of $22,000,000. Eligible applicants are limited to government entities, specifically state governments, county governments, and city or township governments. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated, which means recipients are not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving the award.
Administratively, the awarding and management office is listed as the Office of Procurement Operations, Grants Division. Because the program is issued as a cooperative agreement rather than a standard grant, recipients should expect a more active federal role in coordination, oversight, or programmatic involvement compared with a typical discretionary grant. For access issues related to the full announcement, the listed point of contact is Joan Keiser, Grants Officer, at 202-447-5603.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled BioWatch Program Field Operations - Sample Collection Activities.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS-09-OHA-091-002.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 97.091.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
This is a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding opportunity.
What type of award is this (grant or cooperative agreement)?
This announcement is for a cooperative agreement, specifically described as a continuation cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
Because it is a cooperative agreement (rather than a standard grant), recipients should expect a more active federal role in areas such as coordination, oversight, and/or programmatic involvement.
Is this an open competitive funding opportunity?
No. This announcement is not an open competition. Applications are only accepted from entities that DHS specifically invites.
Who is this opportunity primarily intended for?
It is aimed primarily at eligible applicants that are already involved in BioWatch, including current cooperative agreement recipients seeking continuation funding.
What is BioWatch as described in the announcement?
BioWatch is described as a central part of DHS efforts to counter biological terrorism. It functions as an early warning system intended to detect the intentional release of select aerosolized biological agents.
What activities does this funding support?
The opportunity supports ongoing, on-the-ground BioWatch operations focused on field operations and sample collection activities, helping maintain sustained operational capability.
What is the operational goal of the BioWatch program?
The program is built around maintaining a sustained, always-on (24/7) operational capability to detect a potential bioterrorism event.
How does BioWatch relate to incident management?
The announcement states BioWatch supports the full lifecycle of incident management, including response, mitigation, and recovery.
What is the main purpose of this specific announcement?
The purpose is to renew financial assistance and extend the period of performance so participating jurisdictions can keep field operations running without interruption.
How long is the period of performance extension described in the announcement?
The announcement indicates an extension for an additional two years.
Is there a single application deadline?
No. The submission window is described as rolling rather than tied to one fixed deadline.
How is the due date determined for current recipients?
The due date depends on each current recipient's existing period of performance under their active award.
What is the geographic scope of the program?
The expected scope is national in reach, but it is implemented through local and state partners.
How many awards does DHS anticipate making?
DHS anticipates making about 26 awards.
What is the estimated total funding amount for this opportunity?
The estimated total funding level is $22,000,000.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are limited to government entities: state governments, county governments, and city or township governments.
Are non-government organizations eligible to apply?
The announcement limits eligibility to specific government entities (state, county, city/township). It does not list other organization types as eligible.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is stated. Recipients are not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving the award.
Which DHS office is listed as the awarding and management office?
The awarding and management office is listed as the Office of Procurement Operations, Grants Division.
Who should be contacted for access issues related to the full announcement?
The listed point of contact is Joan Keiser, Grants Officer.
What is the contact phone number for the listed point of contact?
The phone number provided is 202-447-5603.
Does this announcement fund new BioWatch entrants?
The announcement describes the opportunity as a continuation cooperative agreement, not an open competition, and notes it is primarily aimed at entities already involved in BioWatch, including current recipients seeking continuation funding.
Why is this described as a continuation award?
It is described as a continuation cooperative agreement because it supports ongoing operations and is intended to renew funding and extend the performance period for existing participants.
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