Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 10 MT 082 004 04
Apply for DHS 10 MT 082 004 04
- The Region 4 in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Earthquake Consortium and State Assistance Region IV" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.082 Earthquake Consortium.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 21, 2010 and posted on Apr 21, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 5, 2010 Work plans will be reviewed within 30 days of the application deadline. Applicants will be allowed the opportunity if required to clarify submissions as required by the approving authority.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $2,300,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 33 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Earthquake Consortium and State Assistance Region IV opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DHS 10 MT 082 004 04; CFDA 97.082) is a FEMA cooperative agreement program designed to strengthen, enhance, and maintain state-level earthquake hazard reduction efforts. FEMA set an estimated total funding amount of $2,300,000 to be distributed across 33 expected awards, with eligibility limited to state governments. The overall purpose is practical risk reduction: by improving state earthquake mitigation programs, FEMA aims to reduce deaths, injuries, and property damage from future damaging earthquakes.
This opportunity is rooted in the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP), established by Public Law 95-124 (as amended). Under NEHRP reauthorization, FEMA is directed to provide assistance to states to carry out eligible earthquake mitigation activities. In this grant, FEMA is essentially using cooperative agreements to support states in building stronger, more durable earthquake programs that can translate planning and policy into real-world safety improvements.
The solicitation highlights several categories of eligible activities that states can pursue with the funding. These include developing or improving seismic mitigation plans that guide how a state identifies, prioritizes, and addresses earthquake risks. It also includes preparing inventories and conducting seismic safety inspections of critical structures and lifelines, which can cover assets such as key public buildings and infrastructure systems that are essential for emergency response and continuity of services. Another major focus is strengthening the regulatory framework for seismic safety by updating building codes, zoning codes, and local ordinances so that new construction and significant renovations better account for earthquake risk. The opportunity also supports public-facing work like earthquake awareness and education, which can increase preparedness at the community level and help stakeholders understand mitigation priorities. Finally, FEMA encourages collaborative approaches by supporting the development of multi-state groups or partnerships that can coordinate mitigation strategies and share best practices across state lines.
A notable feature of this program is that funded activities are not pre-packaged into a single required project template; instead, the specific projects or initiatives are determined through individual negotiations between FEMA and each participating state. That means the work plan and funded scope are intended to reflect each state’s needs, capabilities, and priorities, within the boundaries of NEHRP-eligible activities and FEMA guidance. At the same time, the announcement clearly states a restriction: projects or initiatives proposed under this funding opportunity may not involve Geospatial (GIS) issues, indicating that GIS-based deliverables or mapping-centered work would not be considered eligible under this specific solicitation.
From an administrative timeline standpoint, the opportunity was posted on April 21, 2010, with an original closing date of May 30, 2010, later extended to June 5, 2010. FEMA indicated that work plans would be reviewed within 30 days after the application deadline, and applicants could be asked to clarify submissions if needed by the approving authority. The funding instrument type is a cooperative agreement, which typically implies a more active federal role in oversight and coordination compared with a standard grant, aligning with FEMA’s stated intent to negotiate activities and provide technical assistance.
For access and support, the announcement points applicants to Grants.gov for the full posting and directs anyone who cannot access the announcement electronically to contact FEMA. It also notes that FEMA Regional offices provide fiscal support, including both pre-award and post-award administration and technical assistance, and it provides a FEMA regional contacts webpage for locating the appropriate points of contact.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Earthquake Consortium and State Assistance Region IV opportunity?
It is a FEMA cooperative agreement program intended to strengthen, enhance, and maintain state-level earthquake hazard reduction efforts. The overall focus is practical risk reduction by improving state earthquake mitigation programs so future damaging earthquakes result in fewer deaths, injuries, and less property damage.
Who is the funding agency?
The funding agency is FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) and CFDA number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS 10 MT 082 004 04, and the CFDA number is 97.082.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The program uses a cooperative agreement. This typically means FEMA has a more active role in coordination, oversight, and technical assistance than under a standard grant, and it aligns with the stated approach of negotiating activities with each participating state.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
FEMA estimated total funding at $2,300,000.
How many awards are expected?
33 awards are expected.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to state governments.
What is the main purpose of this program?
The purpose is to support earthquake hazard reduction at the state level by improving earthquake mitigation programs and translating planning and policy into real-world safety improvements that reduce deaths, injuries, and property damage.
What authorizing program is this opportunity tied to?
This opportunity is rooted in the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP), established by Public Law 95-124 (as amended). Under NEHRP reauthorization, FEMA is directed to provide assistance to states for eligible earthquake mitigation activities.
What kinds of activities are eligible for funding?
The solicitation describes several categories of eligible activities states can pursue, including:
- Developing or improving seismic mitigation plans that identify, prioritize, and address earthquake risks.
- Preparing inventories and conducting seismic safety inspections of critical structures and lifelines (such as key public buildings and essential infrastructure systems needed for emergency response and continuity of services).
- Strengthening the regulatory framework for seismic safety by updating building codes, zoning codes, and local ordinances to better account for earthquake risk in new construction and major renovations.
- Conducting earthquake awareness and education efforts to increase preparedness and help stakeholders understand mitigation priorities.
- Developing multi-state groups or partnerships to coordinate mitigation strategies and share best practices across states.
Are states required to follow a single, pre-defined project template?
No. The announcement notes that funded activities are not pre-packaged into one required project template. Specific projects and initiatives are determined through individual negotiations between FEMA and each participating state, reflecting each state’s needs and priorities within NEHRP-eligible activities and FEMA guidance.
Does FEMA negotiate the work plan and scope with applicants?
Yes. The scope and work plan are intended to be negotiated between FEMA and each participating state so the funded activities fit the state’s needs, capabilities, and priorities while staying within NEHRP eligibility and FEMA guidance.
Is GIS or mapping work allowed under this solicitation?
No. The announcement includes a restriction stating that projects or initiatives proposed under this funding opportunity may not involve Geospatial (GIS) issues. GIS-based deliverables or mapping-centered work would not be considered eligible under this specific solicitation.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 21, 2010.
What was the application deadline?
The original closing date was May 30, 2010, and it was later extended to June 5, 2010.
How long does FEMA expect the review of work plans to take after the deadline?
FEMA indicated that work plans would be reviewed within 30 days after the application deadline.
Can applicants be asked to clarify their submissions?
Yes. The announcement notes that applicants could be asked to clarify submissions if needed by the approving authority.
Where can applicants find the full posting and apply?
The announcement points applicants to Grants.gov for the full posting.
What if an applicant cannot access the announcement electronically?
The announcement directs anyone who cannot access the announcement electronically to contact FEMA.
What support do FEMA Regional offices provide?
FEMA Regional offices provide fiscal support, including pre-award and post-award administration as well as technical assistance.
How do applicants find the right FEMA regional contact?
The announcement references a FEMA regional contacts webpage that can be used to locate the appropriate points of contact.
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