Opportunity Information: Apply for DOT PH PHP 16 GAS
Apply for DOT PH PHP 16 GAS
- The Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "DOT PHMSA 2016 GAS BASE GRANT" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.700 Pipeline Safety Program State Base Grant.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 4, 2015 and posted on Jul 1, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 30, 2015. (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 48 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- This grant opportunity is only open for State Agencies that have a 60105 Certification and/or 60106 Agreement with the US Department of Transportation (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) to do pipeline safety inspections.
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Opportunity Summary:
The DOT PHMSA 2016 Gas Base Grant is a mandatory federal grant program run by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) to help states fund their natural gas pipeline safety inspection and enforcement programs. PHMSA runs the national regulatory framework meant to keep the transportation of natural gas, petroleum, and other hazardous materials by pipeline safe, and this grant is one of the main ways the federal government supports state participation in that oversight. The legal foundation for the program traces back to the Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Act of 1968, as amended, which has since been recodified as 49 U.S.C. Chapter 601. Under that authority, PHMSA partners with state agencies to carry out pipeline safety responsibilities at the state level.
Eligibility is tightly limited. Only state agencies that already hold a 49 U.S.C. 60105 Certification and/or a 49 U.S.C. 60106 Agreement with PHMSA can apply. In practical terms, that means the grant is intended for states that have been formally approved to perform pipeline safety inspections under PHMSA's program, not for local governments, nonprofits, private entities, or states without an active certification/agreement. The funding supports the operation and execution of a state's pipeline safety program, including core expenses such as staff (inspectors and other personnel) and equipment needed to conduct inspections and related compliance activities.
Financially, PHMSA is authorized to reimburse participating state agencies for up to 80 percent of their actual, allowable program costs, so there is a cost-sharing requirement and the state is expected to cover the remaining share. While 80 percent is the maximum reimbursement rate, the final amount a state receives can vary. Awards depend on the availability of appropriated funds and on state program performance, meaning the federal share is not guaranteed at the maximum level and may be influenced by how well the state's program meets PHMSA expectations and requirements. The overall funding available for the State Program Gas and Hazardous Liquid Base Grants is also contingent on the passage of an appropriations bill, and funds are distributed based on individual state applications rather than a single fixed award amount for every participant.
In the posted opportunity details, the funding opportunity number is DOT PH PHP 16 GAS, and the listing indicates an expected 48 awards, aligning with broad state participation nationwide. The program is cataloged under CFDA number 20.700 (Pipeline Safety Program State Base Grant) and is categorized under the transportation funding activity area. The award floor is listed as 0, which generally signals that award amounts are not set to a single minimum and can vary by applicant and circumstances. Key dates in the announcement show it was posted on July 1, 2015, with an application closing date of September 30, 2015, and an archive date of December 31, 2015, reflecting a specific federal fiscal cycle for application and administration.
For administrative support, the announcement provides a point of contact for access issues or grant assistance: Carrie Winslow with the PHMSA Grant Team (phone 617-494-3318), along with PHMSA grant support.
FAQs: DOT PHMSA 2016 Gas Base Grant (State Pipeline Safety Program)
What is the DOT PHMSA 2016 Gas Base Grant?
The DOT PHMSA 2016 Gas Base Grant is a mandatory federal grant program administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). It helps states fund their natural gas pipeline safety inspection and enforcement programs.
Who runs this grant program?
The program is run by PHMSA, a U.S. DOT agency that oversees the national regulatory framework for safe transportation of natural gas, petroleum, and other hazardous materials by pipeline.
What is the purpose of this grant?
The purpose is to support state participation in pipeline safety oversight by funding the operation and execution of state pipeline safety inspection and enforcement responsibilities under PHMSA's program.
What is the legal authority for this grant?
The program traces back to the Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Act of 1968, as amended, which has been recodified as 49 U.S.C. Chapter 601. Under this authority, PHMSA partners with state agencies to carry out pipeline safety responsibilities at the state level.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to state agencies that already hold either a 49 U.S.C. 60105 Certification and/or a 49 U.S.C. 60106 Agreement with PHMSA.
Are local governments, nonprofits, or private entities eligible?
No. The opportunity is intended for state agencies with an active PHMSA certification and/or agreement. It is not for local governments, nonprofits, private entities, or states without an active certification/agreement.
What does it mean to have a 49 U.S.C. 60105 Certification or a 49 U.S.C. 60106 Agreement?
Based on the announcement, these are formal approvals that allow state agencies to participate in PHMSA's program by performing pipeline safety responsibilities at the state level, including inspections and related enforcement activities.
What types of costs can the grant support?
The funding supports the operation and execution of a state's pipeline safety program, including core expenses such as staff (inspectors and other personnel) and equipment needed to conduct inspections and related compliance activities.
How much funding can a state receive?
PHMSA is authorized to reimburse participating state agencies for up to 80 percent of their actual, allowable program costs. Actual award amounts can vary by applicant and circumstances.
Is the federal reimbursement always 80 percent?
No. While 80 percent is the maximum reimbursement rate, the final amount may be less. Awards depend on the availability of appropriated funds and on state program performance.
Is there a cost-sharing requirement?
Yes. Because PHMSA may reimburse up to 80 percent of actual, allowable program costs, the state is expected to cover the remaining share.
What factors can affect the award amount?
The announcement indicates awards are influenced by (1) availability of appropriated funds and (2) state program performance, meaning the federal share is not guaranteed at the maximum level and may depend on how the program meets PHMSA expectations and requirements.
Is total funding guaranteed each year?
No. The overall funding available for the State Program Gas and Hazardous Liquid Base Grants is contingent on the passage of an appropriations bill.
How are funds distributed?
Funds are distributed based on individual state applications rather than a single fixed award amount for every participant.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number listed is DOT PH PHP 16 GAS.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The program is cataloged under CFDA number 20.700 (Pipeline Safety Program State Base Grant).
What is the funding activity area?
The opportunity is categorized under the transportation funding activity area.
How many awards are expected?
The listing indicates an expected 48 awards, aligning with broad state participation nationwide.
What does an award floor of 0 mean?
The award floor is listed as 0, which generally indicates award amounts are not set to a single minimum and can vary depending on the applicant and circumstances.
When was the opportunity posted?
The key dates show the opportunity was posted on July 1, 2015.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date listed is September 30, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date listed is December 31, 2015.
Who can be contacted for access issues or grant assistance?
For access issues or grant assistance, the announcement lists Carrie Winslow with the PHMSA Grant Team at 617-494-3318, along with PHMSA grant support.
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