Opportunity Information: Apply for BJA 2009 1931
Apply for BJA 2009 1931
- The Bureau of Justice Assistance in the law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Developing and Enhancing Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification (SAVIN) Programs FY 2009 Competitive Grant Announcement" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.740 Statewide Automated Victim Information Notification (SAVIN) Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Oct 28, 2008 and posted on Oct 27, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 8, 2009. (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 $2,250,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: State governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- Applicants are limited to state government agencies authorized to manage the planning and implementation of a SAVIN program. Indian tribes also are eligible to receive grant funding for the planning and implementation of an automated victim notification program in their territories. In order to apply for the SAVIN Program, applicant agencies must reference the state legislation designating authority to manage and implement the SAVIN program for their state. If there is no authorizing state legislation, a letter from the Governor, on behalf of the agency, supporting the SAVIN program must be attached as part of the application. State sheriff associations and state prosecutor associations are eligible to apply as managing agencies if able to demonstrate strong governance support. American Indian Tribes and Alaska Native Tribes and/or Tribal Organizations All tribal applications must be accompanied by a current authorizing resolution of the governing body of the tribal entity or other enactment of the tribal council or comparable government body. If the grant will benefit more than one tribal entity, a current authorizing resolution or other enactment of the tribal council or comparable government body from each tribal entity must be included. If the grant application is being submitted on behalf of a tribal entity, a letter or similar document authorizing the inclusion of the tribal entity named in the application must be included.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2009 Developing and Enhancing Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification (SAVIN) Programs Competitive Grant Announcement (Funding Opportunity Number BJA 2009 1931) is a discretionary grant opportunity from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to help states and eligible tribes build, expand, or strengthen automated victim notification systems. The core purpose of SAVIN is victim safety and victim rights: it is designed to reduce the risk of further victimization and support informed participation in the criminal justice process by giving registered victims timely, accurate updates about key changes in an offender's custody or case status. Typical examples include notifications about trial dates and times, probation-related hearings or changes, inmate relocation, and offender release. A key feature emphasized in the program description is that victims can receive these updates while maintaining anonymity, which can be especially important in cases involving intimidation risks or ongoing safety concerns.
Funding is provided as a grant under the Law, Justice and Legal Services activity category, and the program is listed under CFDA 16.740 (Statewide Automated Victim Information Notification (SAVIN) Program). The announcement indicates that cost sharing or matching is required, meaning applicants should be prepared to contribute non-federal resources (cash and/or allowable in-kind contributions, depending on the program rules) as part of the overall project budget. The award ceiling is listed as $2,250,000, with no stated award floor, which suggests awards could vary significantly based on the scope of work and the applicant's plan. The opportunity was posted on October 27, 2008, created on October 28, 2008, and had an original closing date of January 2, 2009, later extended to a current closing date of January 8, 2009. The archive date is February 7, 2009.
Eligibility is targeted and tied to authority and governance. For states, applicants are limited to state government agencies that are authorized to manage the planning and implementation of a SAVIN program. Applications must reference the state legislation that designates which agency has that authority. If a state does not have authorizing legislation, the application must include a letter from the Governor supporting the SAVIN program on behalf of the applying agency. The announcement also allows state sheriff associations and state prosecutor associations to apply as managing agencies, but only if they can demonstrate strong governance support, which signals that BJA is looking for statewide coordination and clear leadership rather than fragmented or purely local efforts.
Tribal eligibility is also explicitly included. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments may apply to plan and implement automated victim notification programs within their territories. Tribal applications must include a current authorizing resolution (or similar formal enactment) from the governing body of the tribal entity, such as a tribal council. If the project benefits more than one tribal entity, each participating tribal government must provide its own authorizing resolution or enactment. If an application is submitted on behalf of a tribal entity, documentation authorizing that inclusion must also be provided. These documentation requirements are meant to confirm that the proposal has formal approval, clear authority, and legitimate representation across all governments that would be affected.
Operationally, the opportunity is aimed at two broad categories of work: implementing new SAVIN programs where none exist and enhancing existing programs to improve performance, coverage, integration, or functionality. While the brief description does not spell out every allowable enhancement, the emphasis on timely and accurate status changes strongly implies a focus on improving data quality, system integration across justice agencies, and reliability of notification delivery so victims receive meaningful updates when they matter most. In practice, SAVIN systems typically depend on cooperation and data exchange among corrections, courts, probation/parole, jail and prison systems, and sometimes law enforcement and prosecutors, so applicants generally need a plan that demonstrates how statewide stakeholders will participate and how the system will be governed over time.
For applicants and interested parties who could not access the full announcement electronically, the notice provides contact points at BJA: Christopher Casto (202-353-7193) and Jonathan Fletcher (202-305-8115), along with a reference to technical assistance.
FY 2009 SAVIN (BJA 2009 1931) Grant Opportunity FAQs
What is this grant opportunity?
This is the FY 2009 Developing and Enhancing Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification (SAVIN) Programs Competitive Grant Announcement from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). The funding opportunity number is BJA 2009 1931.
What is the purpose of SAVIN?
The core purpose of SAVIN is to support victim safety and victim rights. It is intended to reduce the risk of further victimization and help victims participate in the criminal justice process by providing timely, accurate updates about key changes in an offender's custody or case status.
What kinds of notifications does a SAVIN program typically provide?
Examples described in the opportunity include notifications about trial dates and times, probation-related hearings or changes, inmate relocation, and offender release. The overall emphasis is on updates tied to important custody or case status changes.
How does SAVIN help protect victim privacy and safety?
A key feature highlighted is that victims can receive updates while maintaining anonymity. This is especially important when there are intimidation risks or ongoing safety concerns.
Who is the funder for this program?
The funder is the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), and the opportunity is offered as a discretionary grant.
What is the CFDA number and program listing?
The program is listed under CFDA 16.740, titled Statewide Automated Victim Information Notification (SAVIN) Program.
What activity category is this funding under?
The opportunity is listed under the Law, Justice and Legal Services activity category.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The announcement indicates that cost sharing or matching is required, meaning applicants should be prepared to contribute non-federal resources as part of the project budget. The opportunity notes that this may include cash and/or allowable in-kind contributions, depending on the program rules.
What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling is listed as $2,250,000.
Is there a minimum award amount?
No award floor is stated. That suggests award amounts could vary based on the scope of work and the applicant's plan.
When was this opportunity posted and when was it due?
The opportunity was posted on October 27, 2008, and created on October 28, 2008. The original closing date was January 2, 2009, and it was extended to a current closing date of January 8, 2009. The archive date is February 7, 2009.
What types of projects does this funding support?
The opportunity is aimed at two broad categories of work: (1) implementing new SAVIN programs where none exist, and (2) enhancing existing SAVIN programs to improve performance, coverage, integration, or functionality.
What kinds of enhancements are implied as priorities?
While the description does not list every allowable enhancement, the strong emphasis on timely and accurate status changes implies a focus on improving data quality, strengthening system integration across justice agencies, and improving the reliability of notification delivery.
Why is statewide coordination important for SAVIN projects?
SAVIN programs typically depend on cooperation and data exchange among multiple parts of the justice system, such as corrections, courts, probation/parole, and jail and prison systems (and sometimes law enforcement and prosecutors). The opportunity signals that applicants should be ready to show how statewide stakeholders will participate and how the system will be governed over time.
Who is eligible to apply on behalf of a state?
For states, applicants are limited to state government agencies that are authorized to manage the planning and implementation of a SAVIN program. Applications must reference the state legislation that designates which agency has that authority.
What if a state does not have legislation authorizing a SAVIN managing agency?
If a state does not have authorizing legislation, the application must include a letter from the Governor supporting the SAVIN program on behalf of the applying agency.
Can a state sheriff association or state prosecutor association apply?
Yes. The announcement allows state sheriff associations and state prosecutor associations to apply as managing agencies, but only if they can demonstrate strong governance support. This indicates BJA is looking for clear statewide leadership and coordination.
Which tribal entities are eligible to apply?
Federally recognized Native American tribal governments may apply to plan and implement automated victim notification programs within their territories.
What documentation is required for tribal applications?
Tribal applications must include a current authorizing resolution (or similar formal enactment) from the governing body of the tribal entity, such as a tribal council.
What if a proposed project benefits more than one tribal government?
If the project benefits more than one tribal entity, each participating tribal government must provide its own authorizing resolution or similar enactment.
What if an application is submitted on behalf of a tribal entity?
If an application is submitted on behalf of a tribal entity, documentation authorizing that inclusion must also be provided.
Why are authorizing documents required for state and tribal applications?
The documentation requirements are intended to confirm that the proposal has formal approval, clear authority, and legitimate representation across all governments that would be affected by the project.
Where can applicants get help or more information if they cannot access the full announcement electronically?
The notice provides BJA contact points: Christopher Casto at 202-353-7193 and Jonathan Fletcher at 202-305-8115, with a reference to technical assistance.
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