Opportunity Information: Apply for VA SAHAT 16 01
Apply for VA SAHAT 16 01
- The VA-LGY1 in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Specially Adapted Housing Assistive Technology Grant" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 64.051.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 06, 2016 and posted on Jan 06, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 29, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $200,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Specially Adapted Housing Assistive Technology (SAHAT) Grant is a discretionary research and development grant announced by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically through the Loan Guaranty Service (LGY) within the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA). The purpose of the program is to spur the creation and development of new assistive technologies that support specially adapted housing, with an emphasis on innovations that can make it easier for Veterans and Servicemembers with disabilities to live more independently in their homes. The VA highlights that many emerging technologies could meaningfully improve home adaptations, and it frames "new assistive technology" as an advancement the Secretary determines could aid or enhance a Veteran or Servicemember's ability to live in an adapted home.
From a funding and administrative standpoint, this opportunity is identified as Funding Opportunity Title "Specially Adapted Housing Assistive Technology Grant" with the number "VA SAHAT 16 01." It is categorized as a grant (Funding Instrument Type: Grant) and falls under the activity category of Science and Technology and other Research and Development. The associated CFDA number is 64.051. The program was posted and created on January 6, 2016, and the application closing date listed is February 29, 2016 (both the original and current closing date). The maximum award amount (award ceiling) is $200,000, indicating that individual awards under this solicitation could be funded up to that level.
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning the opportunity is open to any type of applicant entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full solicitation text. In practical terms, that typically signals that a wide range of organizations, such as private companies, nonprofits, universities, research institutions, or other entities, may be able to apply as long as they meet the specific requirements described in the full grant announcement. Overall, the SAHAT program is positioned as a targeted VA investment aimed at translating promising assistive technology ideas into practical solutions that can improve accessibility, safety, and day-to-day independence for Veterans and Servicemembers living in specially adapted homes.
Specially Adapted Housing Assistive Technology (SAHAT) Grant (VA SAHAT 16 01) FAQs
What is the SAHAT Grant?
The Specially Adapted Housing Assistive Technology (SAHAT) Grant is a discretionary research and development grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It is intended to spur the creation and development of new assistive technologies that support specially adapted housing, with a focus on helping Veterans and Servicemembers with disabilities live more independently in their homes.
Which VA office is offering this opportunity?
This grant opportunity is announced by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically through the Loan Guaranty Service (LGY) within the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA).
What is the official funding opportunity title and number?
The Funding Opportunity Title is "Specially Adapted Housing Assistive Technology Grant" and the opportunity number is "VA SAHAT 16 01."
What type of funding instrument is this?
The Funding Instrument Type is a Grant.
What is the program purpose?
The purpose of the SAHAT program is to accelerate innovation in assistive technology specifically tied to specially adapted housing. The VA emphasizes technologies that can improve accessibility, safety, and day-to-day independence for Veterans and Servicemembers living in adapted homes.
What kinds of projects does SAHAT aim to support?
SAHAT supports research and development efforts that create and develop new assistive technologies related to specially adapted housing. The opportunity highlights that emerging technologies could meaningfully improve home adaptations and independent living in the home environment.
How does the VA define "new assistive technology" for this program?
The VA frames "new assistive technology" as an advancement that the Secretary determines could aid or enhance a Veteran or Servicemember's ability to live in an adapted home.
What is the activity category for this grant?
The activity category is Science and Technology and other Research and Development.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The associated CFDA number is 64.051.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted (and created) on January 6, 2016.
What is the application deadline?
The application closing date listed is February 29, 2016. The information provided indicates this is both the original and current closing date.
What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling (maximum award amount) is $200,000, meaning individual awards under this solicitation could be funded up to that level.
Is there a stated minimum award amount?
A minimum award amount is not provided in the information shown. The only stated funding level is the award ceiling of $200,000.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning the opportunity is open to any type of applicant entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full solicitation text.
What does "unrestricted eligibility" mean in practice?
Based on the description provided, unrestricted eligibility typically indicates a wide range of organizations may be able to apply (for example, private companies, nonprofits, universities, research institutions, or other entities), as long as they meet the specific requirements described in the full grant announcement.
Is this a formula grant or a discretionary grant?
This is described as a discretionary research and development grant.
What is the overall goal of the SAHAT program for Veterans and Servicemembers?
The program is positioned as a targeted VA investment aimed at translating promising assistive technology ideas into practical solutions that can make it easier for Veterans and Servicemembers with disabilities to live independently in specially adapted homes.
Where can applicants find additional requirements or clarifications?
The summary notes that eligibility and other details may be further clarified in the full solicitation text. Applicants would need to refer to the full grant announcement for any additional requirements not included in this summary.
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