Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 09 FEMA 023 002
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- The Region 2 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)" 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 Jan 7, 2009 and posted on Jan 7, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 27, 2009. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $8,600,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 53 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
- The National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 prohibits the Director 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 and familiarity with State governing authorities and how these interrelate with local floodplain management ordinances, as well as their knowledge of related State programs. CAP SSSE allocations are based on indicators of workload and risk. Generally, the activities negotiated in the CAP SSSE agreement reflect the Region s priorities for those activities that it needs done and the capabilities of a particular State. FEMAs Regional Offices will contact eligible States to negotiate a mutually acceptable grant agreement. Funding is made available when the grant agreement is negotiated and agreed upon. Continued participation in the CAP SSSE is dependent upon completing activities described in the grant agreement. The CAP SSSE is designed to utilize the floodplain management capabilities of individual States in a cost effective cooperative agreement with FEMA. A States participation in the SSSE is voluntary and is contingent upon need and skill level capability.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE) is a FEMA discretionary cooperative-agreement grant that funds state governments to strengthen how local communities carry out floodplain management under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The core aim is to reduce flood losses by making sure participating NFIP communities are not only enrolled in the program, but are also meeting and maintaining the NFIP's floodplain management requirements in a consistent, effective way. CAP SSSE does this by supporting states as hands-on partners that can deliver technical assistance to local jurisdictions and review how well communities are implementing required floodplain management measures, ultimately building stronger floodplain management capability at both the community and state level.
This opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DHS-09-FEMA-023-002; CFDA 97.023) was posted January 7, 2009, with an application closing date of February 27, 2009, and an estimated total funding level of $8.6 million nationwide. FEMA anticipated making up to 53 awards, reflecting that the primary eligible applicants are state governments. The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, meaning FEMA expects substantial involvement and coordination during the period of performance rather than a hands-off grant relationship. A cost share or matching requirement applies, so participating states should plan for non-federal contribution consistent with the program's requirements.
Eligibility is tied to the statutory and regulatory framework of the NFIP. Under the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, FEMA cannot provide flood insurance in a community unless that community adopts and enforces floodplain management measures that meet or exceed minimum NFIP criteria (including those outlined in 44 CFR Part 60.3). The same law directs FEMA to work closely with states and communities and to provide necessary technical assistance. CAP SSSE operationalizes that mandate by formalizing a state partnering approach: states, typically through a governor-designated State Coordinating Agency (referenced in 44 CFR 60.25), provide staffing and expertise that assist FEMA Regional Offices in supporting NFIP communities. States are well positioned to do this work because they understand state legal authorities, how state programs intersect with local ordinances and codes, and how to navigate the practical realities of local administration.
Funded activities are centered on state-delivered technical assistance and performance evaluation of NFIP community floodplain management responsibilities. In practice, this can include helping communities interpret and apply NFIP minimum standards, improve permitting and enforcement procedures, align local ordinances with federal criteria, and address identified compliance gaps. A key component is monitoring and evaluation: states help FEMA assess community performance, identify deficiencies, and support corrective actions so communities can remain in good standing and advance flood loss reduction goals. The program is designed to be workload- and risk-informed, with state allocations based on indicators of workload and flood risk, and with specific work plans negotiated to match FEMA regional priorities and each state's capabilities.
Participation is voluntary and depends on demonstrated need and the state's skill and capacity to perform the work in a cost-effective way. FEMA Regional Offices initiate contact with eligible states to negotiate a mutually acceptable agreement, and funding becomes available once the cooperative agreement is finalized. Continued participation depends on completing the activities and deliverables described in the negotiated agreement, reinforcing that the program is performance-based and intended to produce measurable improvements in community floodplain management.
The sponsoring agency for this posting is FEMA (listed under Region 2 in the source data). For access issues or assistance with the full announcement, the contact listed is the Centralized Scheduling and Information Desk (CSID) Help Line at (800) 368-6498 or askcsid@dhs.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE)
What is the CAP SSSE grant opportunity?
The Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE) is a FEMA discretionary cooperative-agreement grant that provides funding to state governments to strengthen how local communities carry out floodplain management under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
What is the main purpose of CAP SSSE?
The core aim is to reduce flood losses by helping ensure participating NFIP communities are not only enrolled in the NFIP, but are also meeting and maintaining NFIP floodplain management requirements in a consistent and effective way.
Who is the sponsoring agency for this opportunity?
The sponsoring agency is FEMA (listed under Region 2 in the source data for this posting).
What type of federal funding instrument is CAP SSSE?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement. This means FEMA expects substantial involvement and coordination during the period of performance, rather than a hands-off grant relationship.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) and CFDA number for CAP SSSE?
Funding Opportunity Number: DHS-09-FEMA-023-002. CFDA: 97.023.
When was this opportunity posted, and when did applications close?
This opportunity was posted on January 7, 2009. The application closing date was February 27, 2009.
How much funding was expected to be available?
The estimated total funding level was $8.6 million nationwide.
How many awards did FEMA anticipate making?
FEMA anticipated making up to 53 awards, reflecting that state governments are the primary eligible applicants.
Who is eligible to apply for CAP SSSE?
The primary eligible applicants are state governments. CAP SSSE is structured around a state partnering approach in support of NFIP communities.
Is there a cost share or match requirement?
Yes. A cost share or matching requirement applies, so participating states should plan for a non-federal contribution consistent with the program's requirements.
How does CAP SSSE relate to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)?
CAP SSSE supports NFIP implementation by funding states to help communities adopt, enforce, and maintain floodplain management measures that meet or exceed NFIP minimum criteria. The program focuses on strengthening compliance and performance related to community floodplain management responsibilities under the NFIP.
What legal and regulatory framework is referenced for eligibility and requirements?
The opportunity references the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 and NFIP minimum criteria, including requirements outlined in 44 CFR Part 60.3. It also references the governor-designated State Coordinating Agency in 44 CFR 60.25.
Why does FEMA work with states through CAP SSSE?
The National Flood Insurance Act directs FEMA to work closely with states and communities and to provide technical assistance. CAP SSSE operationalizes that mandate by formalizing a state partnering approach where states provide staffing and expertise to assist FEMA Regional Offices in supporting NFIP communities.
What role do states play under CAP SSSE?
States act as hands-on partners that can deliver technical assistance to local jurisdictions and review how well communities are implementing required floodplain management measures. States typically work through a governor-designated State Coordinating Agency and help FEMA Regional Offices support NFIP communities.
What kinds of activities can CAP SSSE funding support?
Funded activities are centered on state-delivered technical assistance and performance evaluation of NFIP community floodplain management responsibilities. Examples described include helping communities interpret and apply NFIP minimum standards, improve permitting and enforcement procedures, align local ordinances with federal criteria, and address identified compliance gaps.
Does CAP SSSE include monitoring and evaluation of community performance?
Yes. A key component is monitoring and evaluation. States help FEMA assess community performance, identify deficiencies, and support corrective actions so communities can remain in good standing and advance flood loss reduction goals.
How are state allocations and work plans determined?
The program is described as workload- and risk-informed. State allocations are based on indicators of workload and flood risk, and specific work plans are negotiated to match FEMA regional priorities and each state's capabilities.
Is participation in CAP SSSE required?
No. Participation is voluntary and depends on demonstrated need and the state's skill and capacity to perform the work in a cost-effective way.
How does a state get started or enter into an agreement under CAP SSSE?
FEMA Regional Offices initiate contact with eligible states to negotiate a mutually acceptable agreement. Funding becomes available once the cooperative agreement is finalized.
What determines whether a state can continue participating?
Continued participation depends on completing the activities and deliverables described in the negotiated cooperative agreement. The program is performance-based and intended to produce measurable improvements in community floodplain management.
Why is community compliance with NFIP floodplain management measures important?
Under the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, FEMA cannot provide flood insurance in a community unless that community adopts and enforces floodplain management measures that meet or exceed minimum NFIP criteria. CAP SSSE is designed to strengthen consistent implementation of those measures and reduce flood losses.
What is the State Coordinating Agency mentioned in the opportunity?
The opportunity notes that states typically participate through a governor-designated State Coordinating Agency, referenced in 44 CFR 60.25, which provides staffing and expertise to assist FEMA Regional Offices in supporting NFIP communities.
Who should be contacted for access issues or help obtaining the full announcement?
The contact listed is the Centralized Scheduling and Information Desk (CSID) Help Line at (800) 368-6498 or by email at askcsid@dhs.gov.
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