Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 08 NPD 068 1895
Apply for DHS 08 NPD 068 1895
- The Department of Homeland Security FEMA in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Competitive Training Grants Program (CTGP)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.068 Competitive Training Grant.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 2, 2008 and posted on May 16, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 9, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $27,202,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Competitive Training Grants Program (CTGP) is a discretionary federal funding opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through FEMA. Its purpose is to fund competitively selected applicants who can develop and deliver innovative training programs that address high-priority, national homeland security training needs. The emphasis is on training that has national reach rather than being limited to a single jurisdiction, and that is specifically designed for state and local personnel who have responsibilities connected to homeland security. In practice, this means the program is looking for proposals that can build or strengthen the capabilities of frontline and supporting personnel across multiple areas, using well-designed training that can be delivered broadly and effectively.
CTGP funding is provided through cooperative agreements, which typically means recipients should expect an active federal partnership and ongoing coordination with FEMA during the period of performance, rather than a hands-off grant structure. The funding activity category is tied to homeland security preparedness, and the program is listed under CFDA number 97.068 (Competitive Training Grant). For the FY 2008 posting referenced here, the estimated total funding amount was $27,202,000. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or a matching contribution, which can lower the barrier to entry for organizations that have strong training concepts but limited ability to provide non-federal funds.
Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning the competition is open to a wide range of entity types, subject to any clarifications that may appear in the official solicitation. Because selection is competitive, applicants would generally need to demonstrate a clear national need for the training, a credible and scalable delivery approach, and the capability to produce measurable results for the intended audience of state and local homeland security-related personnel. The central idea is not simply to offer training, but to offer training that is innovative, aligned with high-priority needs, and structured to be useful across jurisdictions.
Key administrative details in the source notice include the funding opportunity number DHS 08 NPD 068 1895 and the title Competitive Training Grants Program (CTGP). The opportunity was posted on May 16, 2008, with a closing date of June 9, 2008, and it was archived on July 9, 2008. Applicants were directed to retrieve the full solicitation through Grants.gov by using the "Find Grant Opportunities" feature and performing a basic search with the keyword "CTGP." After locating the program listing, applicants were instructed to access the application materials and download the application instructions. A notable technical requirement for that fiscal year was that applications had to be submitted using Adobe Acrobat Reader 8.1.2, which was made available through the Grants.gov software download page.
For additional program information, the notice points to FEMA's grants page at http://www.fema.gov/government/grant/index.shtm. Applicants who had difficulty accessing the announcement electronically were given a direct program contact: Jan Carey, Branch Chief at FEMA's National Preparedness Directorate within the Training and Exercise Integration Division/Training Operations, reachable at (202) 786-9481 or Jan.Carey@dhs.gov.
Competitive Training Grants Program (CTGP) FAQs
What is the Competitive Training Grants Program (CTGP)?
The Competitive Training Grants Program (CTGP) is a discretionary federal funding opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through FEMA. It supports competitively selected applicants that can develop and deliver innovative training programs addressing high-priority, national homeland security training needs.
What is the main goal of CTGP funding?
The main goal is to fund training that strengthens homeland security preparedness by building or improving capabilities of frontline and supporting personnel. The program prioritizes training that meets high-priority national needs and can be delivered broadly across jurisdictions.
Who is the intended audience for the training developed under CTGP?
The training is specifically designed for state and local personnel with responsibilities connected to homeland security.
Does CTGP prioritize national or local training initiatives?
CTGP emphasizes training with national reach rather than training limited to a single jurisdiction. Proposals are expected to be useful across multiple jurisdictions.
What types of training concepts does CTGP appear to seek?
Based on the notice, CTGP looks for training programs that are innovative, aligned with high-priority homeland security needs, and designed to be delivered broadly and effectively to state and local personnel.
Is CTGP a formula grant or a competitive opportunity?
It is competitive. Awards are made to competitively selected applicants, so proposals typically need to show national need, a scalable delivery approach, and the ability to produce measurable results.
What federal agency administers CTGP?
CTGP is administered by DHS through FEMA.
What kind of award instrument is used for CTGP?
CTGP funding is provided through cooperative agreements, which generally means recipients should expect active federal partnership and ongoing coordination with FEMA during the period of performance.
Does CTGP require cost sharing or a matching contribution?
No. For the FY 2008 posting referenced, the opportunity did not require cost sharing or a matching contribution.
What is the CFDA number associated with CTGP?
The program is listed under CFDA number 97.068 (Competitive Training Grant).
What was the estimated total funding amount for the referenced posting?
For the FY 2008 posting referenced, the estimated total funding amount was $27,202,000.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning the competition is open to a wide range of entity types, subject to any clarifications in the official solicitation.
What are applicants generally expected to demonstrate in a competitive proposal?
The notice indicates that applicants would generally need to demonstrate a clear national need for the training, a credible and scalable delivery approach, and the capability to produce measurable results for state and local personnel with homeland security responsibilities.
What is the funding opportunity number for this CTGP notice?
The funding opportunity number listed is DHS 08 NPD 068 1895.
What was the posting date and application deadline for the referenced opportunity?
The opportunity was posted on May 16, 2008, and had a closing date of June 9, 2008.
When was the opportunity archived?
The notice indicates the opportunity was archived on July 9, 2008.
How were applicants instructed to find the full solicitation and application materials?
Applicants were directed to retrieve the full solicitation through Grants.gov by using the "Find Grant Opportunities" feature and performing a basic search with the keyword "CTGP." After locating the program listing, applicants were instructed to access the application materials and download the application instructions.
Was there a specific software requirement mentioned for submitting the application?
Yes. For that fiscal year, applications had to be submitted using Adobe Acrobat Reader 8.1.2, which was available through the Grants.gov software download page.
Where can applicants find additional program information from FEMA?
The notice points to FEMA's grants page at http://www.fema.gov/government/grant/index.shtm for additional program information.
Who was listed as the program contact for access issues, and how can they be reached?
Applicants who had difficulty accessing the announcement electronically were given the direct program contact Jan Carey, Branch Chief at FEMA's National Preparedness Directorate within the Training and Exercise Integration Division/Training Operations. The contact information provided was (202) 786-9481 and Jan.Carey@dhs.gov.
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