Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 11 GPD 083 000 99
Apply for DHS 11 GPD 083 000 99
- The Department of Homeland Security FEMA in the employment, labor and training sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.083 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER).
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 26, 2012 and posted on Jan 30, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 24, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $380,747,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 400 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: City or township governments County governments Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Fire Departments
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Opportunity Summary:
The Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant is a discretionary federal grant program run by the Department of Homeland Security through FEMA's Grant Programs Directorate. Its purpose is straightforward: help local fire departments keep enough trained personnel on the front line to respond safely and effectively to emergencies. The funding is aimed at strengthening day-to-day staffing levels so departments can meet operational demands, maintain response capability, and avoid gaps that can occur when budgets tighten or when positions go unfilled.
SAFER funding can be used in several practical staffing situations. It supports hiring additional frontline firefighters, rehiring firefighters who were previously laid off, retaining firefighters who are at risk of being laid off, and filling positions that became vacant due to attrition (for example, retirements or resignations). In other words, the program is designed to help departments either build up or stabilize their workforce, especially when local funding cannot keep pace with staffing needs.
The program is organized around two main activity categories. The first is Hiring of Firefighters, which focuses on bringing on or keeping paid personnel so the department can maintain adequate shift coverage and operational readiness. The second is Recruitment and Retention of Volunteer Firefighters, which addresses the challenges volunteer and combination departments face in attracting new volunteers and keeping current volunteers engaged and available. Together, these two tracks reflect the reality that many communities rely on different staffing models, and both paid and volunteer capacity can be critical to public safety.
Eligibility is centered on fire departments, with applicants typically coming through local government structures such as city or township governments and county governments, along with other eligible entities as specified in the program guidance. The opportunity explicitly lists fire departments as the eligible applicant type, emphasizing that the funding is intended to directly support fire service staffing rather than broader municipal projects.
From an administrative standpoint, this opportunity was listed under Funding Opportunity Number DHS-11-GPD-083-000-99 and CFDA 97.083 (Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response). FEMA expected to make roughly 400 awards with an estimated total program funding amount of $380,747,000. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or a matching contribution, which lowers the barrier for departments that may not have spare local funds to commit alongside federal dollars.
The legal authority for SAFER comes from the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974, as amended (15 U.S.C. 2229a et seq.). Applicants are directed to the program guidance document for the detailed rules, including application requirements, how applications are processed, and how FEMA evaluates and scores submissions across both activity areas. For access issues or help navigating the announcement, FEMA provided support through its call center at 866-927-5646.
SAFER Grant (Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response) FAQs
What is the SAFER grant program?
The Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant is a discretionary federal grant program run by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through FEMA's Grant Programs Directorate. It is designed to help local fire departments maintain enough trained personnel to respond safely and effectively to emergencies.
What is the purpose of the SAFER grant?
The purpose of SAFER is to strengthen day-to-day fire service staffing so departments can meet operational demands, maintain response capability, and avoid staffing gaps that may occur when budgets tighten or when positions go unfilled.
Who administers the SAFER grant?
The SAFER grant is administered by FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) through FEMA's Grant Programs Directorate under the Department of Homeland Security.
Is SAFER a competitive or formula grant?
SAFER is described as a discretionary federal grant program, meaning awards are made competitively based on program guidance and FEMA's evaluation and scoring process.
What kinds of staffing situations can SAFER funding support?
SAFER funding can support practical staffing needs such as hiring additional frontline firefighters, rehiring firefighters who were previously laid off, retaining firefighters who are at risk of being laid off, and filling positions that became vacant due to attrition (such as retirements or resignations).
Can SAFER be used to hire new firefighters?
Yes. SAFER can be used to hire additional frontline firefighters to help departments maintain adequate staffing levels and operational readiness.
Can SAFER be used to rehire firefighters who were laid off?
Yes. SAFER supports rehiring firefighters who were previously laid off.
Can SAFER be used to retain firefighters who may be laid off?
Yes. SAFER can be used to retain firefighters who are at risk of being laid off, helping departments avoid reductions in staffing that could affect response capability.
Can SAFER be used to fill vacancies caused by retirements or resignations?
Yes. SAFER can help fill positions that became vacant due to attrition, including retirements or resignations.
What are the main activity categories under SAFER?
The program is organized around two main activity categories: (1) Hiring of Firefighters and (2) Recruitment and Retention of Volunteer Firefighters.
What is the "Hiring of Firefighters" activity category?
The Hiring of Firefighters category focuses on bringing on or keeping paid personnel so the department can maintain adequate shift coverage and operational readiness.
What is the "Recruitment and Retention of Volunteer Firefighters" activity category?
This category addresses the challenges volunteer and combination departments face in attracting new volunteers and keeping current volunteers engaged and available.
Does the SAFER program support volunteer and combination departments?
Yes. The presence of a dedicated Recruitment and Retention of Volunteer Firefighters activity category reflects that many communities rely on volunteer and combination staffing models.
Who is eligible to apply for the SAFER grant?
Eligibility is centered on fire departments. The opportunity explicitly lists fire departments as the eligible applicant type, emphasizing that funding is intended to directly support fire service staffing.
Do applications go through local government entities?
Applicants typically come through local government structures such as city or township governments and county governments, along with other eligible entities as specified in the program guidance.
Is this funding intended for broader municipal projects beyond fire service staffing?
No. The eligible applicant type is explicitly listed as fire departments, and the purpose is focused on staffing for fire and emergency response rather than general municipal initiatives.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this SAFER listing?
The Funding Opportunity Number provided is DHS-11-GPD-083-000-99.
What is the CFDA number for SAFER?
The CFDA listing is 97.083, titled "Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response."
How much total funding was expected under this opportunity?
The estimated total program funding amount listed was $380,747,000.
How many awards were expected to be made?
FEMA expected to make roughly 400 awards under this opportunity.
Is cost sharing or a match required?
No. This opportunity did not require cost sharing or a matching contribution.
What is the legal authority for the SAFER program?
The legal authority cited is the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974, as amended (15 U.S.C. 2229a et seq.).
Where can applicants find the detailed rules and requirements?
Applicants are directed to the program guidance document for detailed rules, including application requirements, how applications are processed, and how FEMA evaluates and scores submissions across both activity areas.
How does FEMA evaluate or score SAFER applications?
The information provided states that FEMA evaluates and scores submissions across both activity areas, and that the program guidance document contains the detailed evaluation and scoring criteria.
Who can help if there are access issues or questions about the announcement?
FEMA provided support through its call center at 866-927-5646 for access issues or help navigating the announcement.
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