Opportunity Information: Apply for FM DTG 16 001
Apply for FM DTG 16 001
- The DOT-FMCSA in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY2016 Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.235.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 05, 2016 and posted on Jan 05, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 05, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY2016 Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training (CMVOST) Grant Program is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). It is designed to support training efforts that improve the safety performance of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers and future drivers, with the overall public purpose of lowering both the number and the severity of crashes on U.S. roadways involving commercial vehicles. In practical terms, the program targets safety outcomes by investing in structured operator training focused on the safe operation of CMVs.
FMCSA’s Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for FY2016 invites applications from a broad range of organizations involved in CMV operator training. This includes accredited public and private colleges and universities, vocational-technical and other post-secondary educational institutions, dedicated truck driver training schools, industry or professional associations, and government entities at the State and local level. The eligibility scope also explicitly includes Federally recognized Native American Tribal governments, reflecting the program’s nationwide reach and its intention to support CMV operator safety training activities across different jurisdictions and training environments.
Administratively, the opportunity is identified by Funding Opportunity Number “FM DTG 16 001” and is listed under CFDA 20.235 within the transportation funding activity category. The funding instrument is a grant, and the opportunity category is discretionary, meaning awards are made through a competitive selection process rather than by formula. The posting and creation dates for the NOFA are both January 5, 2016, and the application deadline is April 5, 2016. FMCSA anticipated making about 10 awards under this announcement. The source information lists an award ceiling of $0, which typically indicates the ceiling amount was not specified in the summarized dataset entry (rather than implying that awards would be zero), so applicants would normally need to consult the full NOFA for specific funding levels, budget limits, or award size expectations.
At its core, the CMVOST program is positioned as a national safety investment: it funds training initiatives intended to produce better-prepared CMV operators who understand and apply safe driving practices, thereby reducing crash risk and the harm that results when crashes occur.
FY2016 CMV Operator Safety Training (CMVOST) Grant Program FAQs
What is the FY2016 CMVOST Grant Program?
The FY2016 Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training (CMVOST) Grant Program is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). It supports training efforts intended to improve the safety performance of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers and future drivers.
What is the main purpose of this grant program?
The public purpose of the program is to lower both the number and the severity of crashes on U.S. roadways involving commercial vehicles. It does this by investing in structured operator training focused on the safe operation of CMVs.
What types of activities does the CMVOST program support?
Based on the description provided, the program supports structured commercial motor vehicle operator safety training initiatives that are designed to improve safe driving practices and overall safety performance for CMV drivers and individuals preparing to become CMV drivers.
Who is offering this funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
Is this a competitive grant?
Yes. The opportunity category is discretionary, which means awards are made through a competitive selection process rather than by formula.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a grant.
Who is eligible to apply?
FMCSA invited applications from a broad range of organizations involved in CMV operator training, including:
- Accredited public and private colleges and universities
- Vocational-technical and other post-secondary educational institutions
- Dedicated truck driver training schools
- Industry or professional associations
- State and local government entities
- Federally recognized Native American Tribal governments
Does the eligibility include Tribal governments?
Yes. The eligibility scope explicitly includes Federally recognized Native American Tribal governments.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is FM DTG 16 001.
What CFDA number is associated with this grant?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 20.235.
When was the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) posted?
The NOFA posting date is January 5, 2016. The creation date is also listed as January 5, 2016.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is April 5, 2016.
How many awards did FMCSA expect to make?
FMCSA anticipated making about 10 awards under this announcement.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The source information lists an award ceiling of $0. This typically indicates that the ceiling amount was not specified in the summarized dataset entry rather than implying that awards would be zero. Applicants would normally need to consult the full NOFA for details on funding levels, budget limits, or expected award sizes.
What safety outcomes is the program trying to achieve?
The program aims to improve safety outcomes by producing better-prepared CMV operators who understand and apply safe driving practices, which in turn is intended to reduce crash risk and reduce the harm when crashes occur.
Is the program focused on current drivers, future drivers, or both?
Both. The program description states it is designed to improve the safety performance of CMV drivers and future drivers.
What sector or activity category does this funding fall under?
The opportunity is listed under the transportation funding activity category.
What document does FMCSA use to invite applications?
FMCSA issued a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for FY2016 inviting applications for the CMVOST Grant Program.
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