FY14 Region 9 American Samoa Announcement of Anticipated Availability of Funds for Family Planning Services Grants | Apply Online

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Funding Opportunity Number PA FPH 14 018

1) What is Funding Opportunity Number PA FPH 14 018?

PA FPH 14 018 is a discretionary federal grant opportunity announced by the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health to support Title X family planning services in Region 9, with a specific focus on American Samoa.

2) What program does this grant support?

This opportunity supports Title X family planning services, which are intended to establish and operate voluntary family planning service programs that are open to anyone seeking services, while giving priority to people from low income families.

3) What is the main goal of the funded projects?

The goal is to fund projects that establish and operate voluntary family planning service programs that are open to anyone seeking services, with priority given to individuals from low income families.

4) What services are funded projects expected to provide?

Funded projects are expected to deliver a full range of Title X family planning services, including clinical family planning care and related preventive health services, information and education related to family planning, counseling connected to family planning, and referral services when needed.

5) Are programs required to follow specific Title X rules or guidance?

Yes. Applicants are expected to design programs around the Title X statute, relevant federal regulations, program guidelines, legislative mandates, Office of Population Affairs (OPA) program instructions, and the specific priorities and key issues described in the announcement and application kit.

6) What should an application demonstrate besides listing services?

Applications should explain not only what services will be provided, but also how the program will meet Title X standards for service delivery, reporting, and program oversight.

7) Who is eligible to apply?

Eligible applicants include public or private nonprofit entities located in a qualifying U.S. state or territory jurisdiction. The eligible jurisdictions listed include the 50 states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, and certain freely associated states (Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Marshall Islands).

8) Can local or regional nonprofits apply directly, even if a state or territory has historically applied?

Yes. The announcement states that local and regional nonprofits can apply directly to the Secretary, and it explicitly notes that prior patterns of statewide applications are not meant to discourage local and regional applicants.

9) Are faith-based organizations eligible?

Yes. The announcement indicates that faith-based organizations are eligible to apply under Title X.

10) Are American Indian/Alaska Native/Native American organizations eligible?

Yes. The announcement indicates that American Indian/Alaska Native/Native American organizations are eligible to apply under Title X.

11) What geographic area is emphasized in this opportunity?

The opportunity is for Title X family planning services in Region 9, with a specific focus on American Samoa.

12) How are partnerships and subcontracting viewed during the review?

If an applicant plans to rely on other entities (such as subcontractors or partner clinics) to provide some or all services, funding decisions will consider how inclusive the applicant is in selecting and working with entities that are eligible to receive federal funds, with an emphasis on serving individuals in need throughout the anticipated service area.

13) What does "inclusive" mean in the context of service delivery networks?

Based on the announcement, inclusiveness relates to selecting and working with entities that are eligible to receive federal funds and avoiding unnecessary exclusion of qualified providers, while still meeting program goals and compliance requirements.

14) What should an applicant include if they plan to use partner sites or referral relationships?

Applications should clearly explain partnerships, referral relationships, service sites, and how the proposed network serves individuals in need throughout the anticipated service area while meeting program compliance requirements.

15) When was this funding opportunity posted?

The posted date listed is August 1, 2013.

16) What is the application closing date?

The application closing date listed is April 1, 2014.

17) What is the archive date?

The archive date listed is May 1, 2014.

18) What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?

The CFDA number listed is 93.217 (Family Planning Services).

19) How many awards are expected?

The expected number of awards is 22.

20) What is the funding amount per award?

The award floor and award ceiling are both listed as $270,000, indicating a fixed award amount of $270,000 for this announcement.

21) Is cost sharing or matching required?

Yes. Cost sharing or matching is required, so applicants must plan to contribute nonfederal resources consistent with the program rules described in the full announcement.

22) Are awards guaranteed once an application is submitted?

No. The announcement was issued ahead of the FY 2014 appropriation, and any awards depend on Congress funding the program and on compliance with all requirements contained in the applicable appropriations law.

23) How should applications be submitted?

Applications were to be submitted according to the instructions in the grant announcement, including any specific dates and times for submission.

24) What should applicants do if they cannot access the announcement through Grants.gov?

The notice directs applicants to the Grants.gov Contact Center at 1 800 518 4726 or support@grants.gov. The contact center operates 24/7 except on federal holidays.

25) Which federal office is associated with this announcement?

The announcement is from the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health.

26) What population does Title X prioritize within an open-access program?

While programs must be open to anyone seeking services, the announcement states that priority should be given to people from low income families.

27) Are referral services part of the expected scope of work?

Yes. The expected service scope includes providing referral services when needed.

28) Do applicants need to address oversight and reporting expectations?

Yes. The announcement indicates that proposals should show how the program will meet Title X standards for service delivery, reporting, and program oversight.

29) Does the announcement mention how service areas should be covered?

Yes. In describing service delivery networks, the announcement emphasizes serving individuals in need throughout the anticipated service area.

30) Does the opportunity allow applicants to propose networks that include multiple service providers?

Yes. The announcement discusses applicants relying on other entities, such as subcontractors or partner clinics, to provide some or all services, and it explains that the proposed service delivery network will be considered during review.