Opportunity Information: Apply for BJA 2012 3223
Apply for BJA 2012 3223
- The Bureau of Justice Assistance in the law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BJA FY 12 Harold Rogers Prescription Drug Monitoring Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.754 Harold Rogers Prescription Drug Monitoring Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 7, 2012 and posted on Mar 7, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 8, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $400,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Planning Grants (Category 1) Applicants are limited to state1 governments without enabling statute or regulation requiring the submission of controlled substance prescription data to an authorized state agency. Implementation (Category 2) and Enhancement Grants (Category 3) Applicants are limited to state governments that have in place an enabling statute or regulation requiring the submission of controlled substance prescription data to an authorized state agency. Tribal Prescription Drug Monitoring Information Sharing Grants (Category 4) Applicants are limited to federally recognized Indian tribal governments as determined by the Secretary of the Interior. Note States with pending legislation or regulations may apply for an implementation grant, but will not be awarded an implementation grant unless the legislation or regulations are in place by May 1, 2012. Within Category 3, in FY 2012, funding priority will be given to state applicants who propose to implement information sharing with other state Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs within the grant period in conformance with the National Prescription Monitoring Information Exchange (PMIX) Architecture.
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Opportunity Summary:
The BJA FY 12 Harold Rogers Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) grant opportunity is a discretionary federal grant offered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), to help states and certain tribal governments build, operate, or improve centralized prescription drug monitoring databases. The core goal is to strengthen the ability of regulatory agencies, law enforcement, and public health officials to collect, manage, and analyze data on prescriptions for controlled substances (and other scheduled chemical products) so that jurisdictions can better detect misuse, diversion, and other patterns of concern while supporting legitimate medical use. The program was originally established by the FY 2002 DOJ Appropriations Act (Public Law 107-77) and has continued to receive funding in later appropriations cycles, reflecting an ongoing federal interest in supporting PDMP infrastructure and data-driven oversight.
This funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number BJA-2012-3223; CFDA 16.754) supports projects that fall under law, justice, and legal services, and it uses a standard grant funding instrument. The posted and creation date for the opportunity is March 7, 2012, with an application closing date of May 8, 2012, and an archive date of June 7, 2012. The maximum award amount (award ceiling) is listed as $400,000, while the award floor is $0, meaning proposals could range widely in size depending on project scope and the applicant’s needs. Importantly, there is no cost sharing or matching requirement for this opportunity, which can lower the barrier for participation and allow jurisdictions to focus resources on implementation rather than securing non-federal match funding.
Eligibility is structured around four grant categories that reflect where a jurisdiction is in the PDMP lifecycle. Category 1, Planning Grants, is reserved for state governments that do not yet have an enabling statute or regulation requiring prescribers/pharmacies (as defined by state law) to submit controlled substance prescription data to an authorized state agency. In other words, these awards are for states that are still in the early stage of establishing the legal and administrative foundation for a PDMP and need support with planning, design decisions, stakeholder engagement, and other pre-implementation work. Categories 2 and 3 are aimed at states that already have the required legal authority in place. Category 2, Implementation Grants, supports standing up or deploying a PDMP where enabling legislation or regulation already requires data submission to an authorized state agency. Category 3, Enhancement Grants, supports improving an existing PDMP, such as expanding analytical capabilities, improving data timeliness/quality, strengthening access controls and oversight processes, or other upgrades that make the system more effective for authorized users.
Category 4 is specific to Tribal Prescription Drug Monitoring Information Sharing Grants and is limited to federally recognized Indian tribal governments as determined by the Secretary of the Interior. This category emphasizes information sharing, reflecting the practical need for tribal communities and partners to access relevant PDMP data across jurisdictional lines in ways that support public safety and public health while respecting applicable legal frameworks.
The announcement also includes a timing and readiness condition for states seeking implementation funding: states with pending legislation or regulations are allowed to apply for an implementation grant, but they cannot actually receive an implementation award unless the enabling legislation or regulations are in place by May 1, 2012. This requirement signals that BJA expected implementation recipients to be legally ready to collect required prescription data and operate the program within the grant period, rather than using the grant to wait for uncertain legislative outcomes.
A notable program priority in FY 2012 applies within Category 3 (Enhancement). Funding priority is given to state applicants proposing to implement interstate information sharing with other state PDMPs during the grant period, specifically in conformance with the National Prescription Monitoring Information Exchange (PMIX) Architecture. This emphasis highlights a broader policy goal: improving cross-border visibility into controlled substance prescribing and dispensing, since diversion and “doctor shopping†often occur across state lines. By prioritizing PMIX-conformant sharing, BJA is steering applicants toward interoperability standards that make PDMP-to-PDMP exchange more consistent, scalable, and secure.
For application submission support, the opportunity points applicants to Grants.gov and provides the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline (800-518-4726 or 606-545-5035) and the email address support@grants.gov for technical assistance. The full announcement is referenced via an additional information link, which would contain the detailed program guidance, allowable uses of funds, required deliverables, and application components that applicants would need to follow to be considered for an award.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the BJA FY 12 Harold Rogers Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) grant?
It is a discretionary federal grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), intended to help states and certain tribal governments build, operate, or improve centralized prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) databases.
What is the main purpose of this PDMP funding?
The core goal is to strengthen the ability of regulatory agencies, law enforcement, and public health officials to collect, manage, and analyze prescription data for controlled substances (and other scheduled chemical products). This is intended to help jurisdictions detect misuse, diversion, and other patterns of concern while supporting legitimate medical use.
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
The grant is offered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA).
Is this a discretionary or formula grant?
This is a discretionary federal grant opportunity.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number and CFDA number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is BJA-2012-3223 and the CFDA number is 16.754.
What type of projects does this opportunity support?
The opportunity supports projects related to law, justice, and legal services, using a standard grant funding instrument, specifically focused on PDMP planning, implementation, enhancement, and tribal information sharing (as applicable).
When was this opportunity posted, and what are the key dates?
The posted/creation date is March 7, 2012. The application closing date is May 8, 2012. The archive date is June 7, 2012.
What is the maximum award amount for this grant?
The award ceiling (maximum award amount) is listed as $400,000.
Is there a minimum award amount?
The award floor is $0, meaning proposals could range widely in size depending on project scope and applicant needs.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement for this opportunity.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is organized into four categories tied to PDMP lifecycle status. Categories 1-3 are for state governments depending on readiness and PDMP status, and Category 4 is for federally recognized Indian tribal governments for information sharing activities.
What are the four grant categories under this opportunity?
The opportunity is structured as: Category 1 (Planning Grants), Category 2 (Implementation Grants), Category 3 (Enhancement Grants), and Category 4 (Tribal Prescription Drug Monitoring Information Sharing Grants).
What is Category 1 (Planning Grants), and who can apply?
Category 1 is reserved for state governments that do not yet have an enabling statute or regulation requiring prescribers/pharmacies (as defined by state law) to submit controlled substance prescription data to an authorized state agency. These grants support early-stage planning and pre-implementation work.
What kinds of activities fit under Category 1 planning?
Based on the description provided, Category 1 planning can include planning and design decisions, stakeholder engagement, and other pre-implementation work needed to establish the legal and administrative foundation for a PDMP.
What is Category 2 (Implementation Grants), and who can apply?
Category 2 supports standing up or deploying a PDMP in states where enabling legislation or regulation already requires data submission to an authorized state agency.
What is Category 3 (Enhancement Grants), and who can apply?
Category 3 supports improving an existing PDMP. It is aimed at states that already have the required legal authority in place and already operate a PDMP that can be upgraded or strengthened.
What types of improvements are examples of Category 3 enhancements?
Examples described include expanding analytical capabilities, improving data timeliness and data quality, strengthening access controls, improving oversight processes, and other upgrades that make the system more effective for authorized users.
What is Category 4 (Tribal Prescription Drug Monitoring Information Sharing Grants)?
Category 4 is limited to federally recognized Indian tribal governments (as determined by the Secretary of the Interior) and emphasizes prescription drug monitoring information sharing across jurisdictional lines, supporting public safety and public health while respecting applicable legal frameworks.
Are tribes eligible for categories other than Category 4?
The information provided specifies Category 4 as the tribal-specific category and describes Categories 1-3 in terms of state governments. Only Category 4 is described as being limited to federally recognized Indian tribal governments.
Can a state apply for an implementation grant if enabling legislation or regulations are still pending?
Yes. States with pending legislation or regulations are allowed to apply for an implementation grant.
Is there a deadline for having enabling legislation or regulations in place for Category 2 implementation awards?
Yes. A state cannot actually receive an implementation award unless the enabling legislation or regulations are in place by May 1, 2012.
What does the May 1, 2012 readiness condition mean in practice?
It indicates BJA expected implementation recipients to be legally ready to collect required prescription data and operate the PDMP within the grant period, rather than relying on uncertain legislative outcomes after award decisions.
Is there any stated program priority for FY 2012?
Yes. A notable FY 2012 priority applies within Category 3 (Enhancement).
What is the FY 2012 priority within Category 3 (Enhancement)?
Funding priority is given to state applicants proposing to implement interstate information sharing with other state PDMPs during the grant period, specifically in conformance with the National Prescription Monitoring Information Exchange (PMIX) Architecture.
What does “PMIX-conformant interstate information sharing†refer to?
It refers to implementing PDMP-to-PDMP interstate information sharing in a way that conforms with the National Prescription Monitoring Information Exchange (PMIX) Architecture, aligning interoperability and exchange with a recognized standard.
Why does the opportunity emphasize interstate information sharing?
The description notes that diversion and “doctor shopping†often occur across state lines, so cross-border visibility into controlled substance prescribing and dispensing is a broader policy goal. The priority encourages more consistent, scalable, and secure PDMP-to-PDMP exchange.
Where are applications submitted?
Applicants are directed to submit through Grants.gov.
What help is available for Grants.gov submission issues?
Technical assistance is available through the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at (800) 518-4726 or (606) 545-5035, and via email at support@grants.gov.
Where can applicants find the full program guidance and required application details?
The opportunity references a full announcement via an additional information link, which would contain detailed program guidance, allowable uses of funds, required deliverables, and application components required for consideration.
When was the PDMP program originally established?
The program was originally established by the FY 2002 DOJ Appropriations Act (Public Law 107-77) and has continued to receive funding in later appropriations cycles.
What does it mean that the PDMP database is “centralized�
In this opportunity, “centralized†refers to a prescription drug monitoring database intended to collect and manage prescription data at the jurisdiction level so authorized agencies and officials can analyze prescribing and dispensing patterns.
Who are the intended users or beneficiaries of PDMP improvements funded by this grant?
The intended beneficiaries include regulatory agencies, law enforcement, and public health officials who use PDMP data capabilities to detect misuse, diversion, and patterns of concern while supporting legitimate medical use.
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