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- The National Institute of Corrections in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Development of Two Documents Inmate Behavior Management A Guide to Meeting Inmates Basic Needs and Inmate Behavior Management A Guide to Defining and Conveying Expectations for Inmates" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.601 CorrectionsTraining and Staff Development.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 21, 2010 and posted on Apr 21, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 6, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Applications are solicited from any state or general unit of local government, private agency, educational institution, organization, individual or team with expertise in the described areas. Applicants must have a demonstrated ability to implement a project of this size and scope.
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Opportunity Summary:
This grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number 10J74) was issued by the National Institute of Corrections (NIC), Jails Division, to fund the development of two practitioner-focused guidance documents aimed at improving inmate behavior management in jail settings. The core purpose is practical: create clear, usable written tools that jail staff can rely on to reduce conflict, prevent behavior problems, and support safer, more orderly facilities by addressing two foundational elements of behavior management. Rather than funding direct services inside a single jail, this opportunity is about producing nationally useful documents that can be applied across many agencies.
The first document is intended to guide jail practitioners on meeting inmates basic needs as part of an overall behavior management strategy. In a jail environment, many behavior issues are closely tied to unmet or poorly managed needs, such as access to food, water, sleep, hygiene, medical and mental health care, safety, communication, and predictable daily routines. A well-designed guide in this area would typically translate these broad concepts into concrete operational practices: what needs must be reliably met, how to structure processes so needs are met consistently, how to spot gaps that may trigger misbehavior, and how to incorporate these practices into staff training and daily supervision. The intent is to help facilities manage behavior proactively by reducing the pressures and frustrations that can escalate into rule violations, aggression, self-harm, or other disruptions.
The second document focuses on defining and conveying expectations for inmates. The goal here is to support facilities in setting clear behavioral standards and communicating them in a way that inmates can understand and staff can apply consistently. In many jails, inconsistent messaging, unclear rules, or uneven enforcement can fuel confusion and resentment, which then undermines order and increases disciplinary incidents. A guide in this area would generally cover how to define expectations in plain language, how to communicate those expectations during intake and throughout housing unit life, how staff can reinforce expectations through routine interactions, and how to ensure expectations are applied fairly and predictably. It also implies an emphasis on consistency across shifts and staff roles, since predictable responses and clear boundaries are central to effective behavior management.
The award mechanism is a cooperative agreement, which usually means NIC anticipated being actively involved in the project through collaboration, guidance, and review rather than simply issuing a hands-off grant. The activity category is listed as corrections document development under CFDA 16.601 (Corrections Training and Staff Development). Only one award was expected. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, making it accessible to a wide range of applicants without needing to contribute non-federal funds.
Eligibility was broad and included state and local governments, private agencies, educational institutions, organizations, and even individuals or teams, as long as they had demonstrated expertise in the subject matter and could show they were capable of completing a project of this size and scope. In practical terms, NIC was looking for applicants with strong correctional knowledge, an understanding of jail operations and inmate management, and the ability to produce polished deliverables that would be credible and useful to practitioners in the field.
The opportunity was posted on April 21, 2010, and had a short application window, closing on May 6, 2010. The archive date was June 5, 2010. The listing shows award ceiling and floor as zero, which typically indicates that the specific funding amount was not presented in the summary fields and would have been detailed in the full announcement. Applicants who had trouble accessing the full announcement were directed to contact Pamela Davison, Administrative Assistant, at 202-353-0484.
Overall, this grant was designed to strengthen jail behavior management by producing two complementary guidance resources: one centered on the operational importance of meeting basic human needs to prevent problems before they start, and the other centered on building a clear, consistently communicated framework of expectations that supports compliance, fairness, and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - NIC Funding Opportunity Number 10J74
What is Funding Opportunity Number 10J74?
Funding Opportunity Number 10J74 is a grant opportunity issued by the National Institute of Corrections (NIC), Jails Division, to support the development of two practitioner-focused guidance documents on inmate behavior management in jail settings.
What is the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The purpose is to produce clear, usable written guidance that jail staff can apply to reduce conflict, prevent behavior problems, and promote safer, more orderly facilities. The focus is on creating nationally useful documents, not funding direct services within a single jail.
What deliverables are being funded under this opportunity?
The opportunity funds the development of two guidance documents designed for jail practitioners. Each document addresses a foundational element of inmate behavior management: meeting basic needs and defining/communicating expectations.
What is the first guidance document about?
The first document is intended to guide jail practitioners on meeting inmates basic needs as part of an overall behavior management strategy. It emphasizes how unmet or poorly managed needs can contribute to behavior problems and how facilities can manage behavior proactively by meeting needs consistently.
What kinds of "basic needs" does the first document cover?
Examples of needs described in the opportunity include access to food, water, sleep, hygiene, medical and mental health care, safety, communication, and predictable daily routines.
What practical topics would the basic-needs guide typically translate into operational practices?
Based on the opportunity description, the guide would typically address what needs must be reliably met, how to structure processes so needs are met consistently, how to identify gaps that may trigger misbehavior, and how to incorporate these practices into staff training and daily supervision.
How does meeting basic needs relate to behavior management in jails?
The opportunity explains that many behavior issues are closely tied to unmet needs. By reducing pressures and frustrations that can escalate, facilities can help prevent rule violations, aggression, self-harm, and other disruptions.
What is the second guidance document about?
The second document focuses on defining and conveying expectations for inmates. Its goal is to help facilities set clear behavioral standards, communicate them in a way inmates can understand, and support consistent application by staff.
Why does the opportunity emphasize clear expectations and consistent enforcement?
The opportunity notes that unclear rules, inconsistent messaging, or uneven enforcement can increase confusion and resentment, which can undermine order and increase disciplinary incidents. Clear, predictable standards and responses are described as central to effective behavior management.
What kinds of topics would the expectations guide typically cover?
Based on the opportunity description, the guide would generally cover defining expectations in plain language, communicating expectations during intake and throughout housing unit life, reinforcing expectations through routine staff interactions, and ensuring expectations are applied fairly and predictably across shifts and staff roles.
Is this grant intended to fund direct services inside a jail?
No. The opportunity is described as document development intended to produce resources that can be used across many agencies, rather than funding direct services within one facility.
What type of award mechanism is used for this grant?
The award mechanism is a cooperative agreement. The opportunity indicates this typically means NIC anticipated active involvement through collaboration, guidance, and review, rather than a hands-off grant.
What is the activity category and CFDA program for this opportunity?
The activity category is listed as corrections document development under CFDA 16.601, Corrections Training and Staff Development.
How many awards were expected?
Only one award was expected.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there was no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was broad and included state and local governments, private agencies, educational institutions, organizations, and individuals or teams, provided they demonstrated subject matter expertise and the capability to complete a project of this size and scope.
What kind of experience or qualifications was NIC looking for in applicants?
In practical terms, NIC was looking for applicants with strong correctional knowledge, understanding of jail operations and inmate management, and the ability to produce polished deliverables that would be credible and useful to practitioners.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on April 21, 2010, and the application window closed on May 6, 2010.
What is the archive date for this opportunity?
The archive date is listed as June 5, 2010.
What do the listed award ceiling and floor of zero mean?
The listing shows an award ceiling and floor of zero, which typically indicates the specific funding amount was not presented in the summary fields and would have been detailed in the full announcement.
What should applicants do if they could not access the full announcement?
Applicants who had trouble accessing the full announcement were directed to contact Pamela Davison, Administrative Assistant, at 202-353-0484.
How do the two documents work together to improve jail behavior management?
The opportunity frames the documents as complementary: one resource focuses on proactively reducing behavior problems by ensuring basic needs are met consistently, and the other focuses on strengthening order and fairness through clear, consistently communicated expectations.
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