Opportunity Information: Apply for EPA OAR OTAQ 11 10
Apply for EPA OAR OTAQ 11 10
- The Environmental Protection Agency in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "National Internet based On Board Diagnostics (OBD) Information Exchange" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 66.034 Surveys, Studies, Research, Investigations, Demonstrations, and Special Purpose Activities Relating to the Clean Air Act.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 12, 2011 and posted on Sep 12, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 12, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- See Section 3 of the announcement for eligbility information
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Opportunity Summary:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), through its Office of Transportation and Air Quality, offered a competitive grant opportunity to support the continued operation and improvement of a national, internet-based On Board Diagnostics (OBD) Information Exchange. The core purpose of the award was to keep an online information clearinghouse current, accurate, and easy to use so that technical OBD information could be shared quickly and reliably among three main audiences: state vehicle inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs, the automotive industry, and the general public. In practice, the EPA was looking for a qualified organization to maintain, update, and enhance the existing OBD clearinghouse website, which had already been created with EPA funding and was available at www.obdclearinghouse.com, while also ensuring the site continued to function as a trusted hub for OBD-related technical resources.
The opportunity centers on OBD technology, which is the computerized self-diagnostics system required on all model year 1996 and newer light-duty cars and trucks. OBD continuously monitors the performance of key engine and emissions-control components and alerts drivers to certain problems by illuminating the dashboard Check Engine Light, also called the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). This early-warning function is important for air quality and consumer protection because it can catch emissions-related malfunctions sooner, helping prevent higher pollution and reducing the chance that small issues turn into expensive repairs. The grant emphasized making OBD information more accessible and actionable, not only for regulators and manufacturers but also for everyday vehicle owners and the service professionals who diagnose and repair these issues.
A major feature of the project is its service to automotive technicians and the broader service industry. Beyond acting as a technical exchange point for I/M program needs, the clearinghouse was expected to provide up-to-date information on OBD systems and developments, list or point to OBD training opportunities, identify vendors that supply OBD diagnostic tools, and distribute public outreach materials that help explain OBD concepts in plain language. Taken together, these components reflect a practical goal: improve consistency and understanding around OBD, support better diagnostics and repairs, and strengthen the effectiveness of emissions inspection programs by keeping stakeholders aligned on current technical requirements and best practices.
From an administrative standpoint, this was a discretionary funding opportunity using a cooperative agreement, meaning the EPA anticipated being actively involved in the project rather than simply issuing a hands-off grant. The EPA expected to make one award, with total estimated funding not to exceed $500,000, and an award ceiling of $500,000 (no stated minimum award amount). There was no cost-sharing or matching requirement listed for applicants. The opportunity was posted on September 12, 2011, and the application deadline was December 12, 2011, with the listing later archived on January 11, 2012. It was associated with CFDA number 66.034, which covers certain Clean Air Act-related surveys, studies, research, investigations, demonstrations, and special purpose activities.
Eligibility was described generally as "Others" with direction to consult Section 3 of the full announcement for specific eligibility criteria and clarifications, indicating the EPA left room for a range of capable entity types as long as they met the detailed requirements in the official solicitation. For questions or difficulty accessing the full announcement, the EPA provided a contact at the Office of Transportation and Air Quality in Ann Arbor, Michigan (Patty Klavon), along with fax contact details and an email field in the notice. Additional background on OBD was referenced at www.epa.gov/obd, reinforcing that the clearinghouse effort was meant to complement and extend EPA's broader public information on vehicle diagnostics and emissions compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What was the purpose of this EPA grant opportunity?
The purpose was to support the continued operation and improvement of a national, internet-based On Board Diagnostics (OBD) Information Exchange (also described as an online information clearinghouse). The goal was to keep the clearinghouse current, accurate, and easy to use so OBD technical information could be shared quickly and reliably.
Which EPA office offered this funding opportunity?
The opportunity was offered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through its Office of Transportation and Air Quality.
What type of project was EPA looking to fund?
EPA was looking for a qualified organization to maintain, update, and enhance an existing OBD clearinghouse website that had already been created with EPA funding, while ensuring the site continued to function as a trusted hub for OBD-related technical resources.
What website was the project expected to support?
The project centered on the existing OBD clearinghouse website available at www.obdclearinghouse.com.
What is On Board Diagnostics (OBD) in this context?
OBD is the computerized self-diagnostics system required on all model year 1996 and newer light-duty cars and trucks. It continuously monitors key engine and emissions-control components.
What is the Check Engine Light/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) and why does it matter here?
OBD alerts drivers to certain problems by illuminating the dashboard Check Engine Light, also called the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). This early-warning function can help catch emissions-related malfunctions sooner, which can reduce pollution and help prevent small issues from turning into expensive repairs.
Who were the main intended audiences for the OBD Information Exchange?
The clearinghouse was meant to serve three main audiences: state vehicle inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs, the automotive industry, and the general public.
How was the clearinghouse expected to support state I/M programs?
It was expected to act as a technical exchange point and help keep stakeholders aligned on current technical requirements and best practices related to OBD and emissions inspection programs.
How was the clearinghouse expected to help automotive technicians and the service industry?
The clearinghouse was expected to provide up-to-date information on OBD systems and developments, list or point to OBD training opportunities, identify vendors that supply OBD diagnostic tools, and distribute public outreach materials that explain OBD concepts in plain language.
Was the grant focused only on regulators and manufacturers?
No. The grant emphasized making OBD information more accessible and actionable not only for regulators and manufacturers, but also for everyday vehicle owners and service professionals who diagnose and repair OBD-related issues.
What kind of funding mechanism was used for this opportunity?
This was a discretionary funding opportunity using a cooperative agreement, meaning EPA anticipated being actively involved in the project rather than issuing a hands-off grant.
How many awards did EPA expect to make?
EPA expected to make one award.
What was the maximum funding amount available?
The total estimated funding was not to exceed $500,000, and the award ceiling was $500,000.
Was there a minimum award amount listed?
No minimum award amount was stated in the information provided.
Was cost-sharing or matching required?
No. There was no cost-sharing or matching requirement listed for applicants.
When was the opportunity posted and when were applications due?
The opportunity was posted on September 12, 2011, and the application deadline was December 12, 2011.
When was the listing archived?
The listing was archived on January 11, 2012.
What CFDA number was associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity was associated with CFDA number 66.034.
What does CFDA 66.034 cover (as described in the notice)?
It covers certain Clean Air Act-related surveys, studies, research, investigations, demonstrations, and special purpose activities.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was described generally as "Others," with applicants directed to consult Section 3 of the full announcement for specific eligibility criteria and clarifications.
Where were applicants supposed to find the detailed eligibility requirements?
Applicants were directed to Section 3 of the full announcement for the detailed eligibility criteria and clarifications.
Who could applicants contact with questions or if they had trouble accessing the full announcement?
The notice provided a contact in EPA's Office of Transportation and Air Quality in Ann Arbor, Michigan: Patty Klavon. Fax contact details and an email field were also included in the notice.
Where could the public find additional EPA background information on OBD?
Additional background on OBD was referenced at www.epa.gov/obd.
How did the clearinghouse relate to EPA's broader OBD information?
The clearinghouse effort was intended to complement and extend EPA's broader public information on vehicle diagnostics and emissions compliance.
What practical outcomes was EPA trying to support through the clearinghouse?
The described practical goals included improving consistency and understanding around OBD, supporting better diagnostics and repairs, and strengthening the effectiveness of emissions inspection programs by keeping stakeholders aligned on current technical requirements and best practices.
Was the project limited to creating a new website from scratch?
No. The description focused on maintaining, updating, and enhancing an existing clearinghouse website that had already been created with EPA funding.
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