Opportunity Information: Apply for FM MCG 16 001
Apply for FM MCG 16 001
- The DOT/Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY 2016 MCSAP Basic/Incentive Notice of Funding Availability" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.218 National Motor Carrier Safety.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 12, 2015 and posted on May 22, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 3, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $168,800,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $8,400,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 56 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2016 MCSAP Basic/Incentive Notice of Funding Availability (Funding Opportunity Number FM MCG 16 001) is a mandatory federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). It falls under the Transportation funding activity category and is listed under CFDA 20.218, National Motor Carrier Safety. The program is structured as a formula grant, meaning funds are distributed to eligible recipients based on statutory or regulatory formulas rather than purely competitive selection, with the overall purpose of improving safety outcomes involving commercial motor vehicles.
The core objective of the MCSAP Basic and Incentive grant program is to reduce the number and severity of crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving commercial motor vehicles. In practical terms, this type of funding is intended to help states strengthen and carry out safety enforcement and related activities that prevent unsafe commercial vehicle operations and encourage compliance with motor carrier safety regulations. By supporting state-level safety programs, the grants aim to create consistent, effective oversight across jurisdictions where commercial vehicle traffic and related safety risks are significant.
Eligibility is limited to state governments, reflecting the program's design as a state-implemented safety partnership. The opportunity anticipates 56 awards, consistent with providing funding across states and eligible jurisdictions. Because it is a cost-shared program, a cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning recipients must contribute a portion of project costs from non-federal sources in accordance with program rules. The estimated total funding available is $168,800,000. Individual awards are expected to range from an award floor of $350,000 to an award ceiling of $8,400,000, reflecting differences in formula-based allocations and state program scope.
Key timeline details indicate the opportunity was posted on May 22, 2015, with a creation date of June 12, 2015. The original and current closing date are both listed as August 3, 2015, indicating no extension was reflected in the provided data. Applicants were expected to meet that submission deadline to be considered for FY 2016 funding under this notice.
For support and questions, the announcement directs state lead agencies to contact the FMCSA Field Office in their state, with a reference link to FMCSA field office information (http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/mission/field offices). The notice also references an email contact for questions related to the NOFA instructions, and it notes that assistance is available for those who have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically.
FAQs: FY 2016 MCSAP Basic/Incentive NOFA (FM MCG 16 001)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is the FY 2016 Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) Basic/Incentive Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA), Funding Opportunity Number FM MCG 16 001. It is a mandatory federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
Which agency administers the grant?
The grant is administered by FMCSA, which is part of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
What is the CFDA number and program name?
The CFDA listing provided is 20.218, National Motor Carrier Safety.
What funding activity category does this fall under?
The funding activity category listed is Transportation.
What is the main purpose of the MCSAP Basic and Incentive grant program?
The core objective is to reduce the number and severity of crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving commercial motor vehicles. The funding is intended to support state efforts to strengthen and carry out safety enforcement and related activities that prevent unsafe commercial vehicle operations and encourage compliance with motor carrier safety regulations.
How are funds awarded (competitive or formula-based)?
This program is structured as a formula grant. That means funding is distributed to eligible recipients based on statutory or regulatory formulas rather than being selected purely through a competitive process.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to state governments. The opportunity is designed as a state-implemented safety partnership.
How many awards are expected?
The opportunity anticipates 56 awards, consistent with providing funding across states and eligible jurisdictions.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. This is a cost-shared program, so a cost sharing or matching requirement applies. Recipients must contribute a portion of project costs from non-federal sources in accordance with program rules.
How much total funding is available under this opportunity?
The estimated total funding available is $168,800,000.
What is the expected range of individual award amounts?
Individual awards are expected to range from an award floor of $350,000 to an award ceiling of $8,400,000. The differences reflect formula-based allocations and variation in state program scope.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on May 22, 2015. A creation date of June 12, 2015 is also listed in the provided information.
What was the application deadline?
The original and current closing date are both listed as August 3, 2015, indicating no extension was reflected in the provided data.
Who should applicants contact for program support or questions?
State lead agencies are directed to contact the FMCSA Field Office in their state. The notice references FMCSA field office information at http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/mission/field offices.
Is there an email contact for questions about the NOFA instructions?
Yes. The notice references an email contact for questions related to the NOFA instructions, though the specific email address is not included in the information provided here.
What if someone has trouble accessing the full announcement electronically?
The notice states that assistance is available for those who have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically.
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