Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 10 MT 082 000 03
Apply for DHS 10 MT 082 000 03
- 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 "Earthquake Technology Transfer" 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 19, 2010 and posted on Apr 19, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 3, 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 $330,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Earthquake Technology Transfer grant opportunity is a FEMA (Department of Homeland Security) cooperative agreement designed to move practical earthquake risk reduction knowledge out of research settings and into the hands of the people who write, interpret, enforce, and apply it in the real world. FEMA proposed an estimated total award of $330,000 to support one national, nonprofit technical earthquake society made up of a broad mix of professionals and stakeholders such as architects, engineers, planners, public officials, social scientists, educators, government representatives, and building code regulators. The intent is to strengthen nationwide earthquake resilience by ensuring that proven lessons, tools, and best practices are translated into actions that reduce losses, protect lives, and limit economic disruption, recognizing that earthquakes remain among the most serious natural hazard threats in the United States.
This award sits within the framework of the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP), established under Public Law 95-124 (as amended). It aligns with NEHRP strategic priorities for the 2009-2013 period, which emphasize three connected outcomes: improving understanding of earthquake processes and impacts, developing cost-effective ways to reduce earthquake harm to people and the built environment, and improving the overall resilience of communities across the country. In other words, the cooperative agreement is less about generating brand-new research and more about making existing science and engineering advances usable, understandable, and broadly adopted through professional practice and public policy.
The funded work, described as being provided to the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI), focuses on technology transfer and professional outreach. Key activities include translating earthquake research and technological developments into real loss-reduction tools, guidance, and policies; spreading practical information about building codes and construction practices to the professional community; and hosting forums such as conferences and workshops that raise the visibility, leadership, and shared knowledge base of earthquake hazard reduction science and technology. It also supports training sessions intended to increase recognition of NEHRP and improve understanding of NEHRP's purpose and ongoing work, along with broader advocacy for earthquake mitigation to both professionals and the general public.
A significant part of the scope involves producing and distributing publications and audio/visual materials that build professional capacity and help maintain a strong pipeline of practitioners contributing to NEHRP-related goals. The opportunity explicitly encourages a multidisciplinary approach to technology transfer, meaning it is not limited to structural engineering solutions, but also includes geological, behavioral, and social dimensions of mitigation. Overall, the goal is to promote better building practices in the design and construction industry and to reach large audiences of engineers, architects, and social scientists who make up a substantial portion of the earthquake risk reduction community. FEMA frames the expected benefit in very practical terms: reducing suffering and disruption from earthquake disasters by leveraging EERI's broad expertise and its ability to communicate effectively across many sectors.
Administratively, this is a continuation-type opportunity using a cooperative agreement instrument, indicating FEMA expects to have substantial involvement in shaping or coordinating the work as it proceeds rather than simply issuing a hands-off grant. FEMA planned to make one award, with no cost sharing or matching requirement. Each fiscal year, FEMA would set a target allocation for this cooperative agreement, and the specific work activities and how funds are distributed would be determined through negotiations between FEMA and EERI. A notable restriction is that eligible projects under this announcement may not involve geospatial (GIS) issues, so the work is intended to concentrate on technology transfer, professional practice, policy, and outreach rather than mapping or GIS-driven initiatives.
Key posting details from the announcement include Funding Opportunity Number DHS-10-MT-082-000-03 and CFDA 97.082 (Earthquake Consortium). The opportunity was posted April 19, 2010, with an application deadline of June 3, 2010, and work plans slated for review within 30 days after the deadline, with a chance for applicants to clarify submissions if needed. The listing identifies eligible applicants as state governments, although the narrative description makes clear the award is structured around selecting one national nonprofit technical earthquake society and specifically references EERI as the recipient supporting the described activities. For additional details, the announcement points applicants to Grants.gov and provides FEMA Call Center contact information for help accessing materials.
Earthquake Technology Transfer (FEMA) Grant Opportunity FAQs
What is the Earthquake Technology Transfer grant opportunity?
It is a FEMA (U.S. Department of Homeland Security) cooperative agreement focused on transferring practical earthquake risk-reduction knowledge from research settings into real-world use. The emphasis is on helping the people who write, interpret, enforce, and apply risk-reduction practices (including building codes and construction practices) use proven lessons, tools, and best practices to reduce earthquake losses.
What is the main goal of this opportunity?
The goal is to strengthen nationwide earthquake resilience by translating earthquake science and engineering advances into actions that reduce losses, protect lives, and limit economic disruption. The program is designed to make existing knowledge more usable and widely adopted, rather than primarily funding brand-new research.
Which federal program framework does this award fall under?
This award sits within the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP), established under Public Law 95-124 (as amended). It is aligned with NEHRP strategic priorities for the 2009-2013 period.
What NEHRP outcomes does this cooperative agreement align with?
The announcement describes three connected NEHRP outcomes for 2009-2013: (1) improving understanding of earthquake processes and impacts, (2) developing cost-effective ways to reduce harm to people and the built environment, and (3) improving the overall resilience of communities across the United States.
How much funding is expected to be available?
FEMA proposed an estimated total award of $330,000.
How many awards does FEMA plan to make under this announcement?
FEMA planned to make one award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The opportunity uses a cooperative agreement instrument and is described as a continuation-type opportunity. This indicates FEMA expects substantial involvement in shaping or coordinating the work as it proceeds, rather than a hands-off grant.
Who is the work described as being provided to?
The funded work is described as being provided to the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI).
What kinds of organizations are intended to be supported?
The opportunity is intended to support one national, nonprofit technical earthquake society composed of a broad mix of professionals and stakeholders, such as architects, engineers, planners, public officials, social scientists, educators, government representatives, and building code regulators.
Who is listed as eligible to apply?
The listing identifies eligible applicants as state governments. At the same time, the narrative description indicates the award is structured around selecting one national nonprofit technical earthquake society and specifically references EERI as the recipient for the described activities.
What is the focus of the funded work?
The focus is technology transfer and professional outreach. The work is meant to move earthquake risk reduction knowledge into professional practice and public policy.
What are examples of key activities supported by this funding?
Key activities described include: translating earthquake research and technological developments into practical loss-reduction tools, guidance, and policies; spreading practical information about building codes and construction practices to the professional community; and hosting forums such as conferences and workshops to raise visibility and shared knowledge for earthquake hazard reduction science and technology.
Does the scope include training and awareness-building?
Yes. The announcement includes training sessions intended to increase recognition of NEHRP and improve understanding of NEHRP's purpose and ongoing work, along with broader advocacy for earthquake mitigation to professionals and the general public.
Are publications and media production included in the scope?
Yes. A significant part of the scope involves producing and distributing publications and audio/visual materials to build professional capacity and help maintain a strong pipeline of practitioners contributing to NEHRP-related goals.
Is the approach limited to structural engineering topics?
No. The opportunity explicitly encourages a multidisciplinary approach. The technology transfer effort is not limited to structural engineering solutions and includes geological, behavioral, and social dimensions of mitigation.
Who are the intended audiences for the outreach and technology transfer?
The announcement highlights reaching large audiences of engineers, architects, and social scientists, along with other members of the earthquake risk reduction community involved in design, construction, codes, policy, and public education.
What practical benefits does FEMA expect from the work?
FEMA frames the expected benefits in practical terms: reducing suffering and disruption from earthquake disasters by leveraging broad professional expertise and effective communication across many sectors, leading to better building practices and stronger mitigation actions.
How will work activities and funding distributions be decided?
Each fiscal year, FEMA would set a target allocation for the cooperative agreement. The specific work activities and how funds are distributed would be determined through negotiations between FEMA and EERI.
Are there any notable restrictions on eligible projects?
Yes. The announcement notes that eligible projects may not involve geospatial (GIS) issues. The work is intended to concentrate on technology transfer, professional practice, policy, and outreach rather than mapping or GIS-driven initiatives.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS-10-MT-082-000-03.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 97.082 (Earthquake Consortium).
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 19, 2010.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was June 3, 2010.
How soon were work plans expected to be reviewed after the deadline?
Work plans were slated for review within 30 days after the application deadline.
Is there any opportunity to clarify an application after submission?
Yes. The announcement indicates there would be a chance for applicants to clarify submissions if needed.
Where does the announcement direct applicants to find more details or apply?
For additional details, the announcement points applicants to Grants.gov. It also provides FEMA Call Center contact information for help accessing materials.
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