Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 11 GPD 126 000 01
Apply for DHS 11 GPD 126 000 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 "FY 2011 National Special Security Event Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.126 National Special Security Event.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 30, 2011 and posted on Sep 30, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 30, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $7,485,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2011 National Special Security Event (NSSE) Grant Program was a one-time, discretionary grant opportunity administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help governments cover certain real-world costs tied to securing and managing National Special Security Events. Its central purpose was to provide supplemental federal assistance for emergency management, public safety, and security activities that occur both in the run-up to an NSSE and during the event itself. In practical terms, the program existed to offset eligible costs that state, tribal, and local partners incur when they have to surge personnel, planning, coordination, and operational security for a high-profile event that draws national and international attention.
NSSEs are events the Secretary of DHS designates as being of national significance. The designation is driven by factors such as the expected presence of senior U.S. government officials and foreign dignitaries, the anticipated size and profile of the event, and the overall significance of the occasion. Because these events can require complex security planning and a heightened public safety posture, the federal government assigns a clear lead for security operations. By statute, the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) serves as the lead federal agency responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing security operations at NSSEs, and this FY 2011 grant program was developed by FEMA in coordination with the USSS to align funding support with the operational reality of NSSE security planning.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity was listed under Funding Opportunity Number DHS-11-GPD-126-000-01 and carried CFDA number 97.126, National Special Security Event. It was categorized under homeland security preparedness. The program did not require cost sharing or matching funds, which meant recipients were not obligated to provide a specified non-federal percentage to access the award, a key feature for jurisdictions facing sudden and expensive security requirements.
Eligibility for this posting was limited to state governments. While the program mission references support for state, tribal, and local governments, the eligible applicant type in the announcement is states, reflecting that states are typically the primary applicants and administrators that can then coordinate with local and tribal partners involved in NSSE operations. The announcement did not specify an award ceiling or floor (both listed as zero in the source data), which generally indicates that award amounts would be determined based on event-specific needs, documented costs, and FEMA review rather than a standardized per-award cap or minimum.
The estimated total funding amount for the FY 2011 NSSE Grant Program was $7,485,000. The opportunity was posted on September 30, 2011, and the application window ran until June 30, 2012, with the listing archived on July 30, 2012. The funding instrument type was a grant and the opportunity category was discretionary, meaning awards were made based on FEMA priorities and eligibility/allowability decisions rather than a formula allocation.
For applicants and stakeholders seeking official program materials, FEMA referenced its grants webpage as an additional information source (http://www.fema.gov/government/grant/index.shtm). For technical difficulties accessing the full announcement electronically, the listed contact point was FEMA’s Systems and Business Support Branch via email at GMDSystemsBranch@fema.gov.
FY 2011 National Special Security Event (NSSE) Grant Program FAQs
What is the FY 2011 NSSE Grant Program?
The FY 2011 National Special Security Event (NSSE) Grant Program was a one-time, discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). It was designed to help governments cover certain real-world costs associated with securing and managing National Special Security Events.
What was the main purpose of this grant program?
The central purpose was to provide supplemental federal assistance for emergency management, public safety, and security activities that take place both before an NSSE (planning and ramp-up) and during the event itself. In practical terms, it aimed to offset eligible costs when jurisdictions must surge personnel, coordination, and operational security for a high-profile event.
Was this a recurring program or a one-time opportunity?
It was described as a one-time grant opportunity for FY 2011.
Who administered the program?
The program was administered by DHS through FEMA.
How are NSSEs defined?
NSSEs are events the Secretary of DHS designates as being of national significance.
What factors influence whether an event is designated as an NSSE?
The designation is driven by factors such as the expected presence of senior U.S. government officials and foreign dignitaries, the anticipated size and profile of the event, and the overall significance of the occasion.
Which federal agency leads security operations for NSSEs?
By statute, the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) serves as the lead federal agency responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing security operations at NSSEs.
Was the grant program coordinated with the U.S. Secret Service?
Yes. FEMA developed this FY 2011 grant program in coordination with the USSS to align funding support with the operational reality of NSSE security planning.
What types of activities was the funding meant to support?
The funding was meant to support emergency management, public safety, and security activities tied to NSSE operations, including activities in the run-up to the event and during the event itself.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number was DHS-11-GPD-126-000-01.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number was 97.126, National Special Security Event.
What category of funding does this opportunity fall under?
It was categorized under homeland security preparedness.
What was the funding instrument type?
The funding instrument type was a grant.
Was this a formula grant or a discretionary grant?
This opportunity category was discretionary, meaning awards were made based on FEMA priorities and eligibility/allowability decisions rather than a formula allocation.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility for this posting was limited to state governments.
If the program references state, tribal, and local partners, why were only states eligible applicants?
The announcement limited eligible applicant type to states, reflecting that states are typically the primary applicants and administrators that can coordinate with local and tribal partners involved in NSSE operations.
Did the program require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. The program did not require cost sharing or matching funds, meaning recipients were not obligated to provide a specified non-federal percentage to access the award.
How much total funding was estimated to be available?
The estimated total funding amount for the FY 2011 NSSE Grant Program was $7,485,000.
Was there a minimum or maximum award amount?
The announcement did not specify an award ceiling or floor; both were listed as zero in the source data. This generally indicates award amounts would be determined based on event-specific needs, documented costs, and FEMA review rather than a standardized per-award cap or minimum.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on September 30, 2011.
What were the application dates for this grant?
The application window ran until June 30, 2012.
When was the funding opportunity archived?
The listing was archived on July 30, 2012.
Where could applicants find official program materials or additional information?
FEMA referenced its grants webpage as an additional information source: http://www.fema.gov/government/grant/index.shtm
Who should be contacted for technical difficulties accessing the full announcement electronically?
For technical difficulties, the contact point listed was FEMA's Systems and Business Support Branch via email at GMDSystemsBranch@fema.gov.
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