Opportunity Information: Apply for DOT PH HMEP 09 001
Apply for DOT PH HMEP 09 001
- The Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "PHMSA HMEP States Territories" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.703 Interagency Hazardous Materials Public Sector Training and Planning Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 25, 2010 and posted on Apr 23, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 1, 2009. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $21,165,417.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,050,000.00 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 PHMSA HMEP States and Territories grant (Funding Opportunity Number DOT-PH-HMEP-09-001) is a discretionary U.S. Department of Transportation grant program run by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). It was created under the Hazardous Materials Transportation Safety and Security Reauthorization Act of 2005 to provide assistance to public-sector employees through training and planning support for hazardous materials emergency response. In practical terms, the program is aimed at improving how government agencies prepare for and respond to incidents involving hazardous materials, especially those tied to transportation-related scenarios such as highway, rail, air, or pipeline movements where response conditions can be fast-moving and complex.
The core purpose of the opportunity is to increase the effectiveness of State, Territorial, Tribal, and local governments in handling hazardous materials accidents and incidents safely and efficiently. It also supports stronger implementation of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA), which is the main federal framework that helps communities plan for chemical emergencies and ensures the public has access to information about chemical hazards in their area. A notable emphasis in the description is the program's encouragement of a comprehensive approach to emergency preparedness, meaning applicants are expected to connect training and planning activities in a way that reflects real-world response needs, including the unique challenges that come with transportation incidents (for example, unknown cargo details early in an event, difficult access to a crash site, cross-jurisdiction coordination, and rapidly changing public safety risks).
From a funding standpoint, the program expected to make around 56 awards, with an estimated total funding amount of $21,165,417. Individual awards were anticipated to range from a floor of $50,000 to a ceiling of $1,050,000. The opportunity is listed under CFDA 20.703, Interagency Hazardous Materials Public Sector Training and Planning Grants, and it includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, so recipients should expect to contribute a portion of project costs through eligible matching funds or in-kind support, consistent with program rules.
Eligibility for this specific notice is focused on State governments, although the program description reflects the broader statutory intent to benefit States, Territories, and Native American tribes and to strengthen capabilities at the local level as well. The funding activity category is Transportation, and the instrument type is a Grant. The opportunity was posted on April 23, 2009, with an application closing date of July 1, 2009, and it was archived on July 31, 2009. The announcement notes there is no separate announcement document beyond what is in the application package, directing applicants to rely on the instructions included there.
For assistance, the listed point of contact is Carrie Brown with the PHMSA Grant Support Team, reachable by phone at 617-494-3318, particularly for issues accessing the full announcement electronically.
PHMSA HMEP States and Territories Grant (DOT-PH-HMEP-09-001) FAQs
What is the PHMSA HMEP States and Territories grant?
The PHMSA HMEP States and Territories grant is a discretionary U.S. Department of Transportation grant program administered by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). It is intended to provide assistance to public-sector employees through hazardous materials emergency response training and planning support.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DOT-PH-HMEP-09-001.
Which federal agency runs this program?
The program is run by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), which is part of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
What law created or authorized this grant program?
The program was created under the Hazardous Materials Transportation Safety and Security Reauthorization Act of 2005.
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The core purpose is to increase the effectiveness of State, Territorial, Tribal, and local governments in handling hazardous materials accidents and incidents safely and efficiently, with a focus on training and planning for emergency response.
What kinds of incidents is the program focused on?
The program is aimed at improving preparedness and response for hazardous materials incidents, especially transportation-related scenarios such as highway, rail, air, or pipeline movements where response conditions can be fast-moving and complex.
How does this grant relate to EPCRA?
The opportunity supports stronger implementation of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA), the federal framework designed to help communities plan for chemical emergencies and ensure public access to information about chemical hazards.
What does the opportunity mean by a "comprehensive approach" to preparedness?
The description emphasizes connecting training and planning activities in a way that reflects real-world response needs, including challenges specific to transportation incidents such as unknown cargo details early in an event, difficult access to a crash site, cross-jurisdiction coordination, and rapidly changing public safety risks.
Who is eligible to apply under this specific notice?
Eligibility for this specific notice is focused on State governments.
Does the program benefit only states?
While eligibility in this notice is focused on State governments, the program description reflects broader statutory intent to benefit States, Territories, and Native American tribes and to strengthen capabilities at the local level.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is Transportation.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The instrument type is a Grant.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 20.703, Interagency Hazardous Materials Public Sector Training and Planning Grants.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The program expected to make around 56 awards.
What was the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount was $21,165,417.
What was the anticipated award size range?
Individual awards were anticipated to range from $50,000 (floor) to $1,050,000 (ceiling).
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. The opportunity includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, so recipients should expect to contribute a portion of project costs through eligible matching funds or in-kind support, consistent with program rules.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 23, 2009.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was July 1, 2009.
Is the opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on July 31, 2009.
Is there a separate announcement document to download?
The announcement notes there is no separate announcement document beyond what is in the application package, and applicants were directed to rely on the instructions included in the application package.
Who is the point of contact for help with this opportunity?
The listed point of contact is Carrie Brown with the PHMSA Grant Support Team.
How can applicants get help accessing the full announcement electronically?
For issues accessing the full announcement electronically, the notice directs applicants to contact Carrie Brown with the PHMSA Grant Support Team at 617-494-3318.
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