Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 11 GPD 089 006 01
Apply for DHS 11 GPD 089 006 01
- 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 "Fiscal Year 2011 Drivers License Security Grant Program (DLSGP) Region 6" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.089 Drivers License Security Grant Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 19, 2011 and posted on May 19, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 20, 2011 Applicants are advised to carefully review the submission requirements contained within the Fiscal Year 2011 Drivers License Security Grant Program Guidance and Application Kit.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $44,910,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
- State Drivers License Agencies (SDLAs), also known as State Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs) or Motor Vehicle Administrations (MVAs). Other eligible applicants include state Public Safety Agencies or Departments with overall responsibility for drivers license issuance in the State. These agencies may apply on behalf of the state DMV/MVA.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Fiscal Year 2011 Drivers License Security Grant Program (DLSGP) Region 6 is a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grant program administered through FEMA that focuses on strengthening the security and trustworthiness of state-issued driver licenses and identification cards. The core aim is to prevent terrorism, reduce identity and document fraud, and improve the overall reliability and accuracy of personal identity documents issued by states. The program aligns with a major recommendation from the 9/11 Commission, which emphasized the need to improve the integrity and security of state-issued credentials that are widely used to access services and facilities and to establish identity for official purposes. A key theme of the opportunity is encouraging states to collaborate and build more secure, consistent systems that can better verify an applicant's identity before issuing a credential that will be accepted for official use.
This opportunity is a mandatory grant funding announcement (Funding Opportunity Number DHS 11 GPD 089 006 01) under CFDA 97.089, titled "Fiscal Year 2011 Drivers License Security Grant Program (DLSGP) Region 6." The funding activity is categorized under Homeland Security preparedness. FEMA anticipated making five awards under this regional solicitation, with an estimated total program funding level of $44,910,000. The announcement lists an award ceiling and award floor of $0, which typically indicates that specific award sizing is determined by the program guidance and the applicant's proposal rather than fixed minimums or maximums stated in the synopsis. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning eligible applicants do not have to provide non-federal funds as a condition of receiving the award, although applicants still must comply with all program and federal grant management requirements described in the full guidance.
Eligibility is limited to state-level entities responsible for driver license issuance. Primary eligible applicants are State Drivers License Agencies (SDLAs), commonly known as state Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs) or Motor Vehicle Administrations (MVAs). The opportunity also permits state public safety agencies or departments that have overall responsibility for driver license issuance to apply, including applying on behalf of the state DMV/MVA. In practical terms, the program is intended for state government applicants rather than local governments, nonprofits, universities, or private companies, because the goal is to improve the security of statewide credential issuance systems and processes.
The timeline for the announcement is straightforward. The opportunity was posted on May 19, 2011, with the same date shown for creation. The application closing date was June 20, 2011 (both the original and current closing dates are listed as June 20, 2011), and the archive date is July 20, 2011. The synopsis emphasizes that applicants should carefully review the submission requirements in the "Fiscal Year 2011 Drivers License Security Grant Program Guidance and Application Kit," which would contain the detailed instructions on allowable activities, required forms, investment justifications, technical narratives, budget formats, and any special certifications or coordination requirements specific to the program and to the region.
Programmatically, the DLSGP is designed to help states implement stronger identity proofing and document verification, reduce vulnerabilities to counterfeit or fraudulent breeder documents, and improve the security of the issuance process from application intake through card production and delivery. While the short synopsis does not list specific allowable costs, the stated purpose points toward investments that improve the ability to verify identity before issuing a license or ID, enhance fraud detection, strengthen systems and controls around issuance, and support interoperable approaches that allow states to work collectively. The program frames these improvements as part of broader homeland security preparedness by reducing the risk that fraudulent identification documents could be used to facilitate terrorism or other serious criminal activity.
For applicants or stakeholders seeking the full official announcement and supporting materials, the notice points to FEMA's grant information page (http://www.fema.gov/government/grant/index.shtm). For technical issues accessing the full announcement electronically, the listed point of contact is FEMA's Systems and Business Support Branch at GMD Systems Branch@fema.gov.
Fiscal Year 2011 Drivers License Security Grant Program (DLSGP) Region 6 - FAQs
What is the Fiscal Year 2011 Drivers License Security Grant Program (DLSGP) Region 6?
The Fiscal Year 2011 Drivers License Security Grant Program (DLSGP) Region 6 is a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grant program administered through FEMA. It supports efforts to strengthen the security and trustworthiness of state-issued driver licenses and identification cards.
What is the main purpose of this grant program?
The core purpose is to prevent terrorism, reduce identity and document fraud, and improve the reliability and accuracy of identity credentials issued by states. The program emphasizes improving how states verify an applicant's identity before issuing a credential that will be accepted for official use.
How does this program relate to the 9/11 Commission recommendations?
The program aligns with a major recommendation from the 9/11 Commission to improve the integrity and security of state-issued credentials, which are widely used to establish identity and to access services and facilities.
Which federal agency administers this funding opportunity?
The program is a DHS grant program administered through FEMA.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS 11 GPD 089 006 01.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number is 97.089.
How is the funding activity categorized?
The funding activity is categorized under Homeland Security preparedness.
Is this a mandatory grant funding announcement?
Yes. The notice describes this as a mandatory grant funding announcement.
Who is eligible to apply for DLSGP Region 6 funding?
Eligibility is limited to state-level entities responsible for driver license issuance. Primary eligible applicants are State Drivers License Agencies (SDLAs), commonly known as state Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs) or Motor Vehicle Administrations (MVAs).
Can a state public safety agency apply instead of the DMV/MVA?
Yes. The opportunity permits state public safety agencies or departments that have overall responsibility for driver license issuance to apply, including applying on behalf of the state DMV/MVA.
Are local governments, nonprofits, universities, or private companies eligible?
No. Based on the stated eligibility and program purpose, the program is intended for state government applicants responsible for statewide credential issuance systems, not local governments, nonprofits, universities, or private companies.
How many awards did FEMA anticipate making under this regional solicitation?
FEMA anticipated making five awards under this regional solicitation.
What was the estimated total program funding level?
The estimated total program funding level was $44,910,000.
Is there a minimum or maximum award size listed in the synopsis?
The synopsis lists an award ceiling of $0 and an award floor of $0. This typically indicates that specific award sizing is determined by program guidance and the applicant's proposal rather than fixed minimums or maximums stated in the synopsis.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated for this opportunity.
Even without a match requirement, are there still compliance obligations?
Yes. While non-federal matching funds are not required, applicants must comply with program and federal grant management requirements described in the full guidance.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on May 19, 2011 (the same date is also shown as the creation date).
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was June 20, 2011 (both the original and current closing dates are listed as June 20, 2011).
When was the archive date?
The archive date is listed as July 20, 2011.
Where are the detailed submission requirements and application instructions located?
The synopsis directs applicants to the "Fiscal Year 2011 Drivers License Security Grant Program Guidance and Application Kit" for detailed instructions, including allowable activities, required forms, investment justifications, technical narratives, budget formats, and any special certifications or coordination requirements.
What types of activities is the program designed to support?
The program is designed to help states implement stronger identity proofing and document verification, reduce vulnerabilities to counterfeit or fraudulent breeder documents, and improve the security of the issuance process from application intake through card production and delivery.
Does the synopsis list specific allowable costs?
No. The short synopsis does not list specific allowable costs, but the stated purpose points toward investments that improve identity verification prior to issuance, enhance fraud detection, strengthen issuance systems and controls, and support interoperable approaches that enable collaboration among states.
Why is this considered part of broader homeland security preparedness?
The program frames improved credential integrity as a homeland security preparedness measure by reducing the risk that fraudulent identification documents could be used to facilitate terrorism or other serious criminal activity.
What is a key theme or emphasis of this funding opportunity?
A key theme is encouraging states to collaborate and build more secure, consistent systems that can better verify an applicant's identity before issuing credentials intended for official use.
Where can applicants find the official announcement and supporting materials?
The notice points to FEMA's grant information page: http://www.fema.gov/government/grant/index.shtm
Who should be contacted for technical issues accessing the announcement electronically?
For technical issues, the listed point of contact is FEMA's Systems and Business Support Branch at GMD Systems Branch@fema.gov.
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