Opportunity Information: Apply for BJA 2008 1878
Apply for BJA 2008 1878
- The Bureau of Justice Assistance in the law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BJA FY08 Correctional Facilities on Tribal Lands Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.596 Tribal Justice Facilities Grant Program for Indian Tribes.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 13, 2008 and posted on May 13, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 12, 2008. (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 $500,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- Applicants are limited to federally recognized tribal governments. Eligibility is defined under the Indian Self Determination Act, 25 U.S.C. 450b(e).
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Opportunity Summary:
The BJA FY08 Correctional Facilities on Tribal Lands Program (Funding Opportunity Number BJA 2008 1878) was a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), focused on strengthening tribal justice infrastructure through targeted investments in correctional facilities. The program’s core purpose was to help federally recognized tribes plan and renovate facilities tied to the incarceration, supervision, and rehabilitation of both juvenile and adult offenders who fall under tribal jurisdiction. In practical terms, the opportunity was designed to support cost-effective improvements that would make tribal detention and corrections spaces safer, more functional, and better aligned with rehabilitation goals, rather than simply expanding capacity without a plan.
This opportunity fell under the Law, Justice and Legal Services funding activity category and was associated with CFDA 16.596, the Tribal Justice Facilities Grant Program for Indian Tribes. Awards could be as high as $500,000, with no stated minimum award floor. The program required cost sharing or matching, meaning applicants needed to contribute a portion of project costs through allowable non-federal or other approved sources, consistent with the grant’s rules. While the summary information does not spell out the match percentage or what forms of match were acceptable, the presence of a matching requirement is important for budgeting and for demonstrating local commitment to the proposed facility work.
Eligibility was limited strictly to federally recognized Native American tribal governments. The eligibility definition referenced the Indian Self-Determination Act (25 U.S.C. 450b(e)), which is commonly used in federal tribal funding to clarify which entities qualify as tribes for purposes of federal assistance. This restriction meant that non-tribal entities, states, local governments, nonprofits, or other organizations could not apply as primary applicants, even if they partnered with tribes in supportive roles. The emphasis remained on tribal governance and tribal-led planning for correctional and rehabilitation facility improvements.
Key dates indicate the grant was posted on May 13, 2008, with an application closing deadline of June 12, 2008, and an archive date of July 12, 2008. Because it was a time-limited competitive opportunity, interested tribal governments needed to prepare proposals quickly, including project narratives, renovation or planning scopes, budgets that accounted for matching funds, and any supporting documentation required by the full announcement.
For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement or dealing with technical issues, BJA provided a point of contact: Jonathan Fletcher at the GMS Helpdesk, reachable by phone at 202-305-8115 for technical assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the BJA FY08 Correctional Facilities on Tribal Lands Program?
The BJA FY08 Correctional Facilities on Tribal Lands Program (Funding Opportunity Number BJA 2008 1878) was a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). It focused on strengthening tribal justice infrastructure by supporting targeted investments in correctional facilities on tribal lands.
What was the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The core purpose was to help federally recognized tribes plan and renovate facilities connected to the incarceration, supervision, and rehabilitation of both juvenile and adult offenders under tribal jurisdiction. The opportunity emphasized cost-effective improvements that would make tribal detention and corrections spaces safer, more functional, and better aligned with rehabilitation goals, rather than expanding capacity without a plan.
What types of projects were supported?
Based on the summary provided, the program supported (1) planning activities related to tribal correctional facilities and (2) renovation activities for facilities used for incarceration, supervision, and rehabilitation. The focus was on improving safety, functionality, and rehabilitation alignment for spaces serving juvenile and adult offenders under tribal jurisdiction.
Did the program cover both juvenile and adult corrections needs?
Yes. The opportunity was designed to support facilities tied to the incarceration, supervision, and rehabilitation of both juvenile and adult offenders who fall under tribal jurisdiction.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited strictly to federally recognized Native American tribal governments. The eligibility definition referenced the Indian Self-Determination Act (25 U.S.C. 450b(e)), which is commonly used in federal tribal funding to clarify which entities qualify as tribes for federal assistance.
Could states, local governments, nonprofits, or other non-tribal entities apply?
No. Non-tribal entities such as states, local governments, nonprofits, or other organizations could not apply as primary applicants under this opportunity, even if they were involved as partners in supportive roles. The program emphasized tribal governance and tribal-led planning.
What is the funding activity category for this opportunity?
This opportunity fell under the Law, Justice and Legal Services funding activity category.
What CFDA program was this associated with?
It was associated with CFDA 16.596, the Tribal Justice Facilities Grant Program for Indian Tribes.
What was the maximum award amount?
Awards could be as high as $500,000.
Was there a minimum award amount?
No stated minimum award floor was provided in the summary information.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The program required cost sharing or matching, meaning applicants needed to contribute a portion of total project costs through allowable non-federal or other approved sources, consistent with the grant rules.
Is the required match percentage specified in the information provided?
No. The summary information does not specify the match percentage or which forms of match were acceptable. The only point that is clear from the provided information is that a matching requirement existed and needed to be reflected in budgeting.
Why was the matching requirement important for applicants?
Because it affected budgeting and required applicants to demonstrate local commitment to the proposed facility work by contributing a portion of the project cost from allowable non-federal or other approved sources.
When was the opportunity posted?
The grant was posted on May 13, 2008.
What was the application deadline?
The application closing deadline was June 12, 2008.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was July 12, 2008.
How much time was available to apply after it was posted?
Based on the dates provided, applicants had from May 13, 2008 until June 12, 2008 to submit an application (about 30 days).
Was this a competitive, time-limited opportunity?
Yes. It was described as a time-limited competitive opportunity, meaning interested tribal governments needed to prepare proposals within the open application window.
What kinds of application materials were implied as necessary?
The summary indicates applicants needed to prepare proposals quickly, including project narratives, renovation or planning scopes, budgets that accounted for matching funds, and supporting documentation required by the full announcement.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number was BJA 2008 1878.
Who could applicants contact for technical help?
BJA provided a technical assistance contact: Jonathan Fletcher at the GMS Helpdesk.
What phone number was provided for technical assistance?
The phone number provided for technical assistance was 202-305-8115.
What type of help was the listed contact intended to provide?
The contact was listed for technical assistance, including help accessing the full announcement or dealing with technical issues related to the application process.
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