Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 09 OHA 091 003
Apply for DHS 09 OHA 091 003
- 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 Feb 27, 2009 and posted on Feb 27, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Rolling application deadlines.. (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.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $22,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 26 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Current recipients of BioWatch cooperative agreements. Applicants must be invited by DHS to apply.
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Opportunity Summary:
The "BioWatch Program Field Operations Sample Collection Activities" grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DHS-09-OHA-091-003) is a continuation cooperative agreement offered by the Department of Homeland Security through the Office of Procurement Operations, Grants Division. It supports the BioWatch Program, which DHS describes as a central part of its broader national strategy to counter biological terrorism. In practical terms, the BioWatch Program functions as an early warning capability intended to detect the intentional release of certain aerosolized biological agents, with the overarching goal of enabling faster awareness and decision-making if a bioterrorism incident occurs.
The purpose of this funding is to help deploy, sustain, and maintain a nationwide, around-the-clock (24/7) operational readiness to detect and respond to a potential bioterrorism event. The program emphasis is on field operations and sample collection activities, which are core components of an early detection system. By sustaining these on-the-ground activities, the BioWatch Program aims to strengthen the ability of participating jurisdictions to detect an incident, support response actions, reduce impacts through mitigation, and contribute to longer-term recovery efforts following an event.
This is not an open competition. Eligibility is limited to current recipients of BioWatch cooperative agreements, and applicants must be invited by DHS to apply. The opportunity is categorized as a continuation award, meaning it is designed to extend or maintain ongoing BioWatch work rather than initiate brand-new participation from jurisdictions that are not already part of the program. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement listed.
DHS anticipated making up to 26 awards under this announcement, with an estimated total funding amount of $22,000,000. The notice also lists an award ceiling of $22,000,000, indicating the maximum amount available under the opportunity as posted. The associated CFDA (Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance) number is 97.091, labeled "Homeland Security Biowatch Program."
The posting date and creation date are both February 27, 2009. The application deadline structure is described as rolling, meaning applications were accepted on an ongoing basis rather than by a single fixed deadline, until the opportunity was archived on September 15, 2009. For access issues or assistance with the full announcement, the listed contact is Marilyn Morgan at the Grants and Financial Assistance Division, Office of Procurement Operations (phone 202-447-5696).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant 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-091-003.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Office of Procurement Operations, Grants Division.
What program does this funding support?
This funding supports the DHS BioWatch Program, which DHS describes as a central part of its broader national strategy to counter biological terrorism.
What does the BioWatch Program do in practical terms?
In practical terms, the BioWatch Program functions as an early warning capability intended to detect the intentional release of certain aerosolized biological agents. The overarching goal is to enable faster awareness and decision-making if a bioterrorism incident occurs.
What is the purpose of this funding opportunity?
The purpose is to help deploy, sustain, and maintain a nationwide, around-the-clock (24/7) operational readiness to detect and respond to a potential bioterrorism event, with an emphasis on field operations and sample collection activities.
What kinds of activities are emphasized under this opportunity?
The program emphasis is on field operations and sample collection activities, described as core components of an early detection system.
How does sustaining field operations and sample collection help participating jurisdictions?
By sustaining these on-the-ground activities, the BioWatch Program aims to strengthen the ability of participating jurisdictions to detect an incident, support response actions, reduce impacts through mitigation, and contribute to longer-term recovery efforts following an event.
Is this an open competitive grant opportunity?
No. This is not an open competition.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to current recipients of BioWatch cooperative agreements.
Do applicants need an invitation from DHS to apply?
Yes. Applicants must be invited by DHS to apply.
What type of award is this (new award or continuation)?
This opportunity is categorized as a continuation cooperative agreement. It is designed to extend or maintain ongoing BioWatch work rather than initiate brand-new participation from jurisdictions that are not already part of the program.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed for this opportunity.
How many awards did DHS anticipate making under this announcement?
DHS anticipated making up to 26 awards under this announcement.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $22,000,000.
What is the award ceiling for this opportunity?
The notice lists an award ceiling of $22,000,000, indicating the maximum amount available under the opportunity as posted.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The associated CFDA number is 97.091, labeled "Homeland Security Biowatch Program."
When was this opportunity posted?
The posting date is February 27, 2009.
What is the creation date listed for the announcement?
The creation date is February 27, 2009.
How did the application deadline work (fixed deadline or rolling)?
The application deadline structure is described as rolling, meaning applications were accepted on an ongoing basis rather than by a single fixed deadline.
Until when were applications accepted?
Applications were accepted on a rolling basis until the opportunity was archived on September 15, 2009.
What does it mean that the opportunity was archived?
Based on the notice, "archived" indicates the posting was no longer active after September 15, 2009.
Who can be contacted for access issues or help with the full announcement?
The listed contact is Marilyn Morgan at the Grants and Financial Assistance Division, Office of Procurement Operations.
What contact phone number is provided for assistance?
The phone number provided is 202-447-5696.
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