Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 12 GPD 126 000 01
Apply for DHS 12 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 2012 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 Apr 3, 2012 and posted on Apr 3, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 31, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $7,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: County governments State governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2012 National Special Security Event (NSSE) Grant Program (Funding Opportunity Number DHS 12 GPD 126 000 01; CFDA 97.126) is a discretionary federal grant offered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security through FEMA to help state, tribal, and local governments cover certain added, real-world expenses tied to major events that receive the NSSE designation. The basic purpose is operational support: it provides supplemental federal assistance for actual costs associated with emergency management, public safety, and security activities that occur while preparing for and conducting an NSSE. In practical terms, this funding is meant to help jurisdictions manage the increased demands placed on public safety and emergency management systems when a nationally significant event brings large crowds, elevated security needs, and significant coordination requirements.
An event becomes an NSSE when the Secretary of Homeland Security designates it as such based on characteristics that signal national significance and heightened risk or visibility. Factors mentioned in the announcement include expected attendance by senior U.S. officials and foreign dignitaries, the overall size of the event, and the broader significance of the occasion. Once an event is designated, the U.S. Secret Service is the lead federal agency by statute for planning, coordinating, and implementing the security operation. FEMA developed the NSSE grant framework in coordination with the Secret Service, reflecting a division of responsibilities where USSS leads security operations and FEMA supports eligible jurisdictions with grant funding to offset specific qualifying costs.
The program anticipates a small number of awards, reflecting that only a limited number of events each year receive NSSE designation and require this type of targeted support. For FY 2012, FEMA projected approximately two awards with an estimated total funding amount of $7,500,000. The funding listing shows no stated award ceiling or floor, which generally indicates that award amounts can vary depending on the specific NSSE, the scope of eligible costs submitted, and FEMA or program office determinations tied to the event’s requirements and documented expenditures.
Eligible applicants include state governments, county governments, city or township governments, and federally recognized Native American tribal governments. The grant does not require cost sharing or matching funds, meaning recipients are not required to contribute a specified non-federal percentage to receive funding. The activity category is listed under homeland security preparedness, and the funding instrument type is a grant.
The opportunity was posted on April 3, 2012, and remained open until August 31, 2013, with an archive date of September 30, 2013. Applicants and interested parties were directed to consult the full announcement on Grants.gov for detailed program rules, allowable costs, application instructions, and any event-specific guidance. For technical difficulty accessing the full announcement, FEMA’s point of contact was the Systems and Business Support Branch via email at GMDSystemsBranch@fema.gov.
FY 2012 National Special Security Event (NSSE) Grant Program FAQs
What is the FY 2012 NSSE Grant Program?
The FY 2012 National Special Security Event (NSSE) Grant Program (Funding Opportunity Number DHS 12 GPD 126 000 01; CFDA 97.126) is a discretionary federal grant offered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security through FEMA. It is designed to help eligible state, tribal, and local governments pay for certain additional, real-world expenses tied to major events that receive an NSSE designation.
What is the main purpose of this grant?
The core purpose is operational support. The grant provides supplemental federal assistance for actual costs associated with emergency management, public safety, and security activities that occur while preparing for and conducting an NSSE. It is intended to help jurisdictions manage increased demands caused by nationally significant events that bring large crowds, elevated security needs, and major coordination requirements.
What kinds of costs does the grant support?
Based on the description provided, the program supports actual, added expenses associated with emergency management, public safety, and security activities connected to preparing for and conducting an NSSE. Detailed allowable costs and any event-specific guidance were provided in the full announcement on Grants.gov.
Does the grant cover planning activities, on-the-ground operations, or both?
The program description indicates it supports costs incurred during both preparation for and the conduct of an NSSE, as long as the expenses are tied to emergency management, public safety, and security activities associated with the event.
What is a National Special Security Event (NSSE)?
An NSSE is a major event that has been formally designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security as nationally significant and requiring heightened security and coordination. The designation is based on characteristics that signal national significance and elevated risk or visibility.
Who designates an event as an NSSE?
The Secretary of Homeland Security designates an event as an NSSE.
What factors are considered when designating an event as an NSSE?
Factors mentioned include expected attendance by senior U.S. officials and foreign dignitaries, the overall size of the event, and the broader significance of the occasion.
Which federal agency leads security operations for an NSSE?
Once an event is designated as an NSSE, the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) is the lead federal agency by statute for planning, coordinating, and implementing the security operation.
What role does FEMA play in NSSEs?
FEMA provides grant funding to support eligible jurisdictions and offset specific qualifying costs associated with emergency management, public safety, and security activities tied to preparing for and conducting an NSSE. FEMA developed the NSSE grant framework in coordination with the U.S. Secret Service.
Is this a competitive or discretionary grant?
It is described as a discretionary federal grant.
What is the funding instrument type?
The funding instrument type is a grant.
What is the program’s activity category?
The activity category is listed under homeland security preparedness.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include state governments, county governments, city or township governments, and federally recognized Native American tribal governments.
Are non-federally recognized tribes eligible?
The eligibility language provided specifies federally recognized Native American tribal governments. No additional eligibility expansion is stated in the information provided.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
No. The grant does not require cost sharing or matching funds, meaning recipients are not required to contribute a specified non-federal percentage to receive funding.
How many awards were expected under FY 2012?
For FY 2012, FEMA projected approximately two awards.
What was the estimated total funding amount for FY 2012?
The estimated total funding amount for FY 2012 was $7,500,000.
Is there a minimum or maximum award amount?
The funding listing shows no stated award ceiling or floor. This generally indicates award amounts may vary depending on the specific NSSE, the scope of eligible costs submitted, and FEMA or program office determinations tied to the event’s requirements and documented expenditures.
Why does the program anticipate only a small number of awards?
Only a limited number of events each year receive the NSSE designation and require this type of targeted support, so the program anticipates a small number of awards.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 97.126.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS 12 GPD 126 000 01.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 3, 2012.
When did the application period close?
The opportunity remained open until August 31, 2013.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was September 30, 2013.
Where could applicants find the full announcement and official requirements?
Applicants and interested parties were directed to consult the full announcement on Grants.gov for detailed program rules, allowable costs, application instructions, and any event-specific guidance.
Who should be contacted for technical difficulties accessing the full announcement?
For technical difficulty accessing the full announcement, FEMA’s point of contact was the Systems and Business Support Branch at GMDSystemsBranch@fema.gov.
Does the program provide funding for hypothetical or estimated costs?
The description emphasizes operational support for actual costs associated with emergency management, public safety, and security activities tied to preparing for and conducting an NSSE. Specific documentation standards and requirements were referenced as being available in the full Grants.gov announcement.
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