Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2011 ACF OHS HC 0199
Apply for HHS 2011 ACF OHS HC 0199
- The Administration for Children and Families in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "National Center on Program Management and Fiscal Operations" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.600 Head Start.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 7, 2011 and posted on Apr 13, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 13, 2011 See link to full announcement for details. IMPORTANT NOTE Applications submitted electronically via Grants.gov must be submitted no later than 430 p.m., eastern time, on the due date referenced above.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $4,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $4,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses State governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) For profit organizations other than small businesses Private institutions of higher education Independent school districts County governments.
- Applications from institutions of higher education and consortia of management and business organizations are encouraged. Faith based and community organizations that meet eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement. Individuals and foreign entities are not eligible for awards made under this announcement.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Center on Program Management and Fiscal Operations grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number HHS-2011-ACF-OHS-HC-0199) is a discretionary cooperative agreement offered by the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS). ACF set aside an estimated total of $4,000,000 to fund a single national center (Expected Awards: 1) focused on strengthening how Head Start organizations design, manage, and oversee program and fiscal operations. The award structure reflects a large, national-scope effort, with an award ceiling of $4,000,000 and an award floor of $3,000,000, and it does not require cost sharing or matching funds.
At its core, the opportunity is about building and operating a national resource that helps Head Start grantees and delegate agencies reduce organizational risk and improve outcomes for children by tightening management systems and internal controls. OHS describes the Center as a vehicle for delivering a clear and consistent message about federal priorities, especially around identifying, preventing, and mitigating risks before they become serious compliance or performance issues. The intent is not just compliance for its own sake; it is to make sure programs have strong operational foundations so they can reliably deliver high-quality early care and education services.
The Center is expected to provide high-quality training and technical assistance (T/TA) to Head Start organizations nationwide, with an emphasis on ensuring equitable access to the same caliber of support across the country. OHS highlights the importance of showcasing evidence-based practices in both program planning and fiscal planning. In practice, that means developing, curating, and disseminating proven approaches and tools that help organizations plan effectively, manage resources responsibly, and use information to guide decisions that improve service delivery and child outcomes.
The scope of work is broad and covers the main building blocks of sound organizational management in Head Start settings. OHS specifically calls out risk management and internal controls, indicating a focus on preventing fraud, waste, and abuse and on strengthening oversight practices that protect federal funds and ensure continuity of services. Governance is another key topic area, which typically involves supporting effective board and policy council practices, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and reinforcing oversight structures that align with Head Start requirements. The Center is also expected to address data collection and analysis, recognizing that programs need strong systems to gather reliable information, interpret it, and use it for continuous improvement. On the financial side, budgeting and cost allocation are explicitly included, pointing to the need for clearer financial planning, appropriate allocation of shared costs, and decision-making that connects budgets to program goals and compliance obligations. Finally, OHS indicates the Center will help organizations implement and enhance the infrastructure needed for a well-managed early care and education system, which implies attention to the underlying systems, processes, and capabilities that make strong program operations sustainable.
Eligibility is wide-ranging and includes many organization types that could credibly operate a national center. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education in those specific categories), state and local governments (including counties, cities/townships, and independent school districts), public and private institutions of higher education, small businesses, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), and Native American tribal governments and organizations (including federally recognized tribal governments and other tribal organizations). The announcement explicitly encourages applications from institutions of higher education and consortia of management and business organizations, suggesting OHS is looking for applicants with strong expertise in organizational management, fiscal systems, and large-scale technical assistance delivery. Faith-based and community organizations may apply as long as they meet eligibility requirements. Individuals and foreign entities are not eligible.
Administratively, the opportunity was posted April 13, 2011, with an application due date of June 13, 2011. Applications submitted through Grants.gov had to be received by 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date. The opportunity was archived July 13, 2011. The CFDA program number associated with this funding is 93.600 (Head Start), and the funding activity category is listed as Income Security and Social Services. For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, the contact listed is the ACF Applications Help Desk at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this grant opportunity?
This opportunity funds the National Center on Program Management and Fiscal Operations through a discretionary cooperative agreement administered by the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS). The Funding Opportunity Number is HHS-2011-ACF-OHS-HC-0199.
What is the purpose of the National Center on Program Management and Fiscal Operations?
The purpose is to build and operate a national resource that strengthens how Head Start organizations design, manage, and oversee program and fiscal operations. The Center is intended to help Head Start grantees and delegate agencies reduce organizational risk and improve outcomes for children by improving management systems and internal controls.
How many awards are expected under this funding opportunity?
ACF expects to make one award (Expected Awards: 1) to support a single national center.
How much funding is available?
ACF set aside an estimated total of $4,000,000 for this opportunity.
What are the award ceiling and award floor?
The award ceiling is $4,000,000 and the award floor is $3,000,000, reflecting the national scope of the work.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity does not require cost sharing or matching funds.
What does it mean that this is a "discretionary cooperative agreement"?
Based on the announcement, the award type is a discretionary cooperative agreement. The posting does not provide additional details beyond that description.
Who is the funding agency and which office is administering it?
The funding agency is the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), and the opportunity is administered by ACF's Office of Head Start (OHS).
What kinds of support is the Center expected to provide?
The Center is expected to provide high-quality training and technical assistance (T/TA) to Head Start organizations nationwide, with an emphasis on equitable access to the same caliber of support across the country.
What are the main topic areas the Center will cover?
The scope of work includes major building blocks of sound organizational management in Head Start settings, including:
- Risk management and internal controls (including preventing fraud, waste, and abuse and strengthening oversight practices)
- Governance (supporting effective board and policy council practices and clarifying oversight roles and responsibilities)
- Data collection and analysis (strengthening systems to gather reliable information and use it for continuous improvement)
- Budgeting and cost allocation (improving financial planning and allocating shared costs appropriately)
- Operational infrastructure for a well-managed early care and education system (enhancing underlying systems and capabilities for sustainable operations)
What is the Center expected to accomplish for Head Start programs?
OHS describes the Center as a vehicle for delivering a clear and consistent message about federal priorities, especially around identifying, preventing, and mitigating risks before they become serious compliance or performance issues. The intent is to strengthen operational foundations so programs can reliably deliver high-quality early care and education services and support improved outcomes for children.
Is the focus only on compliance?
No. The announcement emphasizes that the intent is not compliance for its own sake, but building strong operational foundations that support reliable, high-quality service delivery.
Does the opportunity emphasize evidence-based practices?
Yes. OHS highlights showcasing evidence-based practices in both program planning and fiscal planning, including developing, curating, and disseminating proven approaches and tools that support effective planning, responsible resource management, and data-informed decision-making.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad and includes:
- Nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education in those specific nonprofit categories)
- State governments and local governments (including counties, cities/townships, and independent school districts)
- Public and private institutions of higher education
- Small businesses
- For-profit organizations (other than small businesses)
- Native American tribal governments and organizations (including federally recognized tribal governments and other tribal organizations)
- Faith-based and community organizations (as long as they meet eligibility requirements)
Are individuals eligible to apply?
No. Individuals are not eligible.
Are foreign entities eligible to apply?
No. Foreign entities are not eligible.
Does the announcement encourage any particular types of applicants?
Yes. The announcement explicitly encourages applications from institutions of higher education and consortia of management and business organizations.
What is the CFDA program number for this opportunity?
The CFDA program number associated with this funding is 93.600 (Head Start).
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as Income Security and Social Services.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 13, 2011.
When was the application due?
The application due date was June 13, 2011.
What was the submission deadline time for Grants.gov applications?
Applications submitted through Grants.gov had to be received by 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
Is this funding opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on July 13, 2011.
What should an applicant do if they need help accessing the full announcement?
Applicants needing help accessing the full announcement can contact the ACF Applications Help Desk at appsupport@acf.hhs.gov.
What is the overall focus of the Center's work related to risk?
The Center is expected to emphasize identifying, preventing, and mitigating risks early, strengthening internal controls, and supporting oversight practices that protect federal funds and help ensure continuity of services.
Does the scope include support for governance structures like boards and policy councils?
Yes. Governance is explicitly included, with a focus on effective board and policy council practices, role clarity, and oversight structures aligned with Head Start requirements.
Does the scope include improving how programs use data?
Yes. The opportunity highlights data collection and analysis, recognizing that programs need strong systems to gather reliable information, interpret it, and use it to guide continuous improvement.
Does the scope include budgeting and cost allocation?
Yes. Budgeting and cost allocation are explicitly included, pointing to the need for clearer financial planning and appropriate allocation of shared costs tied to program goals and compliance obligations.
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