Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 15 MT 023 005 99
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- The Region 5 in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Community Assistance Program State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE) R5" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.023 Community Assistance Program State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE).
- This funding opportunity was created on May 1, 2015 and posted on May 1, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 15, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $10,400,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 52 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- The National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 prohibits the Administrator from providing flood insurance in a community unless that community adopts and enforces floodplain management measures that meet or exceed minimum criteria in 44 CFR Part 60.3. These floodplain management measures can take the form of floodplain management ordinances, building codes, or zoning provisions. The Act also directs FEMA to work closely with and provide any necessary technical assistance to States and communities participating in the NFIP. CAP SSSE, through its State partnering agreement, is designed to make State personnel available to assist and supplement FEMA Regions in providing technical assistance to NFIP communities and in monitoring, evaluating, and pursuing corrective actions taken by communities in the performance of local floodplain management responsibilities. Under CFR 60.25, Governors have exercised their prerogative of designating a State Coordinating Agency that is best able to carry out the flood loss reduction activities of the NFIP. State officials can be particularly effective in delivering these services to communities because of their knowledge, skills and familiarity of floodplain management with State governing authorities and how these interrelate with local floodplain management ordinances, as well as their knowledge of related State programs.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE) - R5 is a FEMA Region 5 continuation grant offered as a cooperative agreement to support state-level floodplain management work tied to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The basic purpose is to fund States so they can provide hands-on technical assistance to NFIP-participating communities and help evaluate how well those communities are carrying out required floodplain management activities. In practice, this program is meant to strengthen day-to-day NFIP implementation at the local level by ensuring communities understand, adopt, enforce, and maintain floodplain management measures that meet or exceed federal minimum requirements.
This opportunity sits within the legal framework of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 and the NFIP regulations in 44 CFR Part 60. Under the Act, FEMA cannot provide flood insurance in a community unless that community adopts and enforces floodplain management measures that satisfy minimum criteria in 44 CFR 60.3. Those measures may be implemented through local floodplain management ordinances, building codes, zoning provisions, or similar enforceable tools. The Act also directs FEMA to work closely with States and communities and to provide technical assistance as needed. CAP SSSE is one of the mechanisms FEMA uses to meet that direction, by formally partnering with States so state staff can assist FEMA Regions with local outreach, program support, monitoring, and follow-up.
The core activities funded through CAP SSSE include (1) providing technical assistance to NFIP communities and (2) monitoring and evaluating community performance in meeting local floodplain management responsibilities, including helping pursue corrective actions where needed. The source text emphasizes that State personnel are positioned to do this effectively because they often have strong working knowledge of how local floodplain requirements connect with state authorities, state programs, and state-level governance structures. The program is also linked to the governor-designated State Coordinating Agency concept in 44 CFR 60.25, where each governor can designate the agency best suited to carry out NFIP flood loss reduction work in the State.
The grant is identified as Funding Opportunity Number DHS 15 MT 023 005 99, titled "Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE) - R5." It is categorized as a continuation opportunity and uses a cooperative agreement instrument, which typically means FEMA expects substantial involvement or coordination during the period of performance compared to a standard grant. The funding activity is described as "State Floodplain Management Technical Assistance" under the "Other" category.
Eligibility is primarily for State governments, with additional eligibility language pointing to the role of State Coordinating Agencies designated by governors under 44 CFR 60.25. The aim is to make State staff available to support FEMA Regions and to supplement federal capacity in assisting communities that participate in the NFIP. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning recipients should expect that some portion of project costs must be covered by non-federal sources consistent with program rules and the specific award terms.
In terms of scale and timing, the opportunity anticipated 52 awards and listed an estimated total funding amount of $10,400,000. Award ceiling and floor were both listed as $0 in the notice, which usually indicates that the specific award sizing is determined by formulas, allocations, or negotiated budgets rather than a published per-award minimum/maximum. The CFDA number is 97.023 (Community Assistance Program State Support Services Element). The posting and creation date were May 1, 2015, with an original and current closing date of June 15, 2015, and an archive date of July 15, 2015.
The sponsoring office is FEMA Region 5. For access issues or help with the announcement, the listed point of contact was Bret Gates, reachable by email at Bret.Gates@dhs.gov or by phone at (202) 646-4133.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the CAP SSSE - R5 grant opportunity?
The Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE) - R5 is a FEMA Region 5 continuation funding opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement. It supports state-level floodplain management work tied to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), with an emphasis on strengthening day-to-day NFIP implementation at the local level.
What is the main purpose of CAP SSSE funding?
The program funds States so they can provide hands-on technical assistance to NFIP-participating communities and help evaluate how well those communities are carrying out required floodplain management activities. The goal is to ensure communities understand, adopt, enforce, and maintain floodplain management measures that meet or exceed federal minimum requirements.
How does this grant relate to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)?
CAP SSSE is designed to support NFIP implementation by helping communities meet floodplain management responsibilities required for NFIP participation. It also helps FEMA fulfill the direction to work closely with States and communities and to provide technical assistance as needed.
What legal and regulatory authorities are tied to this opportunity?
This opportunity is framed by the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 and NFIP regulations in 44 CFR Part 60. Under the Act, FEMA cannot provide flood insurance in a community unless the community adopts and enforces floodplain management measures meeting the minimum criteria in 44 CFR 60.3.
Why does FEMA fund state-level work through CAP SSSE?
CAP SSSE is one mechanism FEMA uses to partner with States so state staff can assist FEMA Regions with local outreach, program support, monitoring, and follow-up. The source information emphasizes that state personnel are often well-positioned to connect local floodplain requirements with state authorities, state programs, and state governance structures.
What types of activities are funded under CAP SSSE?
The core funded activities include: (1) providing technical assistance to NFIP communities, and (2) monitoring and evaluating community performance in meeting local floodplain management responsibilities, including helping pursue corrective actions where needed.
What does "technical assistance" mean in the context of this program?
Based on the description provided, technical assistance refers to hands-on support to NFIP-participating communities to help them implement floodplain management measures that meet or exceed federal minimum requirements, and to support day-to-day NFIP implementation at the local level.
What does it mean that this award is a cooperative agreement?
This opportunity uses a cooperative agreement instrument, which typically means FEMA expects substantial involvement or coordination during the period of performance compared to a standard grant. In practice, this aligns with the program's emphasis on coordinated outreach, monitoring, and follow-up support.
Who is eligible to apply for CAP SSSE - R5?
Eligibility is primarily for State governments. The eligibility language also points to the role of State Coordinating Agencies designated by governors under 44 CFR 60.25.
What is a State Coordinating Agency under 44 CFR 60.25?
The program references the governor-designated State Coordinating Agency concept in 44 CFR 60.25, where each governor can designate the agency best suited to carry out NFIP flood loss reduction work in the State.
What is the focus area or funding activity for this opportunity?
The funding activity is described as "State Floodplain Management Technical Assistance" under the "Other" category.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS 15 MT 023 005 99.
What is the official title of the opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE) - R5."
Is this a new grant or a continuation opportunity?
It is categorized as a continuation opportunity.
Does CAP SSSE require cost sharing or matching funds?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning recipients should expect that some portion of project costs must be covered by non-federal sources consistent with program rules and the specific award terms.
How many awards were anticipated under this opportunity?
The opportunity anticipated 52 awards.
What was the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount listed was $10,400,000.
Is there a published minimum or maximum award amount?
The award ceiling and floor were both listed as $0 in the notice. This typically indicates that specific award sizes are determined by formulas, allocations, or negotiated budgets rather than a published per-award minimum or maximum.
What is the CFDA number for CAP SSSE?
The CFDA number is 97.023 (Community Assistance Program State Support Services Element).
Which FEMA office is sponsoring this opportunity?
The sponsoring office is FEMA Region 5.
When was this opportunity posted?
The posting and creation date listed was May 1, 2015.
What was the application deadline?
The original and current closing date listed was June 15, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date listed was July 15, 2015.
How does this program support community compliance with NFIP requirements?
It supports community compliance by funding state staff to help communities understand and enforce floodplain management measures that satisfy minimum criteria in 44 CFR 60.3, and by monitoring and evaluating how well communities carry out required floodplain management activities, including supporting corrective actions when needed.
What kinds of local tools can communities use to meet NFIP floodplain management requirements?
The information provided indicates that communities may implement required measures through local floodplain management ordinances, building codes, zoning provisions, or similar enforceable tools.
Who can I contact with questions or access issues related to the announcement?
The listed point of contact was Bret Gates. Email: Bret.Gates@dhs.gov. Phone: (202) 646-4133.
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