Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 12 USFA 043 000 01
Apply for DHS 12 USFA 043 000 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 State Fire Training Systems Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.043 State Fire Training Systems Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 2, 2012 and posted on Apr 2, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 14, 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 $1,200,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $24,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 50 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- State Training Agencies
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2012 State Fire Training Systems Grant Program (Funding Opportunity Number DHS 12 USFA 043 000 01) is a discretionary grant offered through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, under the U.S. Fire Administration (CFDA 97.043). Its core aim is to strengthen and supplement the fire training infrastructure in all 50 states by helping state fire training systems deliver higher-quality training and education to fire and emergency services personnel. The program is designed to provide both financial support and technical assistance so states can close gaps in their existing training programs, particularly by expanding access to and delivery of National Fire Academy (NFA) courses and related programs.
The funding is intended to support practical, on-the-ground training delivery and the systems needed to make that training effective and sustainable. In addition to supporting the delivery of NFA training, the grant can cover associated needs such as marketing and outreach to recruit and inform students, administrative activities necessary to run the program, and the electronic collection and reporting of student feedback and other student data. In other words, it is not only focused on the classroom or field instruction itself, but also on the supporting functions that help states manage, promote, and evaluate training outcomes.
Eligibility is limited to state training agencies, reflecting the program's focus on statewide fire training systems rather than local departments or private organizations. The program anticipates making 50 awards, consistent with the goal of supporting each state's training system. Total estimated funding for the program is $1,200,000, with an award ceiling of $24,000 and an award floor of $0. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning recipients must contribute a portion of project costs from non-federal sources according to the program rules.
A central application requirement is a detailed work plan. Each state applicant must submit a work plan that includes a narrative project description explaining the training plan and a clear breakdown of the proposed costs. This work plan is more than a general proposal; it functions as the operational guide used by the program office when reviewing and approving or disapproving payment requests. Because of that, the plan must be specific, align tightly with the requested funding level, and clearly connect proposed activities to the budget. If the work plan and costs do not match what is ultimately awarded, the state risks delays or denials during reimbursement or drawdown decisions.
Key dates for this FY 2012 opportunity include an initial posting date of April 2, 2012, an original closing date of May 2, 2012, and an extended closing date of May 14, 2012. The opportunity was archived on June 14, 2012. Applicants were directed to use Grants.gov for additional information and submission details. For technical issues accessing the announcement, FEMA's contact point listed is the GMD Systems Branch at GMDSystemsBranch@fema.gov.
FY 2012 State Fire Training Systems Grant Program (DHS 12 USFA 043 000 01) - FAQs
What is the FY 2012 State Fire Training Systems Grant Program?
It is a discretionary grant program offered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through FEMA and the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), to strengthen and supplement fire training infrastructure across all 50 states. The program focuses on helping state fire training systems deliver higher-quality training and education to fire and emergency services personnel.
What is the funding opportunity number and CFDA number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS 12 USFA 043 000 01. The CFDA number is 97.043.
What is the main purpose of this grant?
The main purpose is to close gaps in existing state fire training programs by providing financial support and technical assistance, with a particular emphasis on expanding access to and delivery of National Fire Academy (NFA) courses and related programs.
What types of activities can the grant support?
The grant is intended to support practical training delivery and the systems needed to make training effective and sustainable. In addition to NFA course delivery, it can support related needs such as marketing and outreach to recruit and inform students, administrative activities required to operate the program, and electronic collection and reporting of student feedback and other student data.
Is the grant only for training delivery, or can it cover support functions too?
It can cover more than direct instruction. The program description indicates funding can support the supporting functions that help states manage, promote, and evaluate training outcomes, including outreach, administration, and electronic data collection/reporting tied to students.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to state training agencies. The program is designed to support statewide fire training systems rather than local departments or private organizations.
How many awards does the program expect to make?
The opportunity anticipates making 50 awards, consistent with the goal of supporting each state's training system.
What is the total estimated funding available for the program?
The total estimated funding is $1,200,000.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $24,000.
What is the minimum award amount (award floor)?
The award floor is $0.
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning recipients must contribute a portion of project costs from non-federal sources according to the program rules.
What is a key application requirement for this grant?
A central requirement is a detailed work plan. Each state applicant must submit a work plan that includes a narrative project description explaining the training plan and a clear breakdown of proposed costs.
What should be included in the required work plan?
The work plan must include (1) a narrative project description that explains the training plan and (2) a clear breakdown of the proposed costs. It should be specific, align with the requested funding level, and clearly connect the proposed activities to the budget.
Why does the work plan need to be detailed and specific?
The work plan functions as an operational guide used by the program office when reviewing and approving or disapproving payment requests. Because it is used for those decisions, the plan must tightly align proposed activities and costs with the funding request.
What happens if the work plan and costs do not match the amount awarded?
If the work plan and costs do not match what is ultimately awarded, the state risks delays or denials during reimbursement or drawdown decisions.
When was this opportunity posted?
The initial posting date was April 2, 2012.
What was the original application closing date?
The original closing date was May 2, 2012.
Was the closing date extended?
Yes. The closing date was extended to May 14, 2012.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on June 14, 2012.
Where were applicants directed to apply or get submission details?
Applicants were directed to use Grants.gov for additional information and submission details.
Who should be contacted for technical issues accessing the announcement?
For technical issues accessing the announcement, the listed FEMA contact point is the GMD Systems Branch at GMDSystemsBranch@fema.gov.
Which federal agencies and offices sponsor or administer this grant?
The grant is offered through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), FEMA, under the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA).
What is the program trying to improve at a statewide level?
The program aims to strengthen statewide fire training infrastructure and improve the quality, reach, and management of training and education for fire and emergency services personnel, including broader access to National Fire Academy courses.
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