Opportunity Information: Apply for DTPH56 10 SN 0001
Apply for DTPH56 10 SN 0001
- The Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "State Damage Prevention Grants" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.720 State Damage Prevention Program Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 31, 2009 and posted on Jul 15, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 8, 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 $2,100,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 21 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
- Any State authority designated by the Governor (including municipalities with respect to intrastate gas pipeline transportation) that is or will be responsible for preventing damage to underground pipeline facilities is eligible as long as the State participates in the oversight of pipeline transportation pursuant to an annual 49 U.S.C. 60105 certification or 49 U.S.C. 60106 agreement in effect with PHMSA.
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Opportunity Summary:
The State Damage Prevention Grants opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DTPH56 10 SN 0001) is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). Its main goal is to help States strengthen, modernize, or build out comprehensive programs that prevent damage to underground pipeline facilities, especially damage caused by excavation and related ground-disturbing activities. The program traces back to Section 2 of the PIPES Act, which added this grant authority to Federal pipeline safety law at 49 U.S.C. 60134. In practical terms, PHMSA is looking to fund State-level efforts that raise the overall quality and effectiveness of damage prevention systems so that underground pipelines are better protected and the risk of leaks, service interruptions, injuries, or other incidents is reduced.
Funding is expected to be distributed across multiple awards, with an estimated 21 awards anticipated. The total estimated funding available is $2,100,000, with a maximum award (ceiling) of $100,000 per recipient and no stated minimum (award floor of $0). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement listed for this opportunity, which means applicants do not need to provide a required non-federal match to be eligible, though they still need to present a clear, well-scoped plan for how grant funds will be used and what outcomes will be delivered.
Eligibility is limited to State governments and specifically to a State authority designated by the Governor. The announcement also notes that municipalities can be eligible in the context of intrastate gas pipeline transportation, but the key condition is that the State must participate in pipeline safety oversight through an annual certification under 49 U.S.C. 60105 or an agreement under 49 U.S.C. 60106 that is in effect with PHMSA. Another important constraint is that PHMSA will accept only one application from each State, so States need to coordinate internally and submit a single, unified proposal through the appropriate designated authority rather than multiple competing submissions.
Programmatically, the grants are meant to support the creation or improvement of a comprehensive State damage prevention program. The authorizing law outlines nine elements of what PHMSA considers an effective State damage prevention program, and applicants are directed to consult PHMSA's Damage Prevention Assistance Program (DPAP) guidance for details on those elements. While the notice does not list the nine elements in the text provided, it signals that successful applications should align proposed activities and deliverables to those required elements, demonstrating how the State will either establish missing components or improve existing ones in a measurable way.
The announcement also includes an important clarification about how this program relates to PHMSA's separate One Call grant program. Awards under the State Damage Prevention Grants will not affect One Call grants, and One Call awards are posted under a different announcement. A State may apply for both programs, but only if the deliverables are different between the two applications. PHMSA emphasizes that it will coordinate reviews to prevent duplicate funding for the same deliverables across both grant programs, so applicants need to draw a clear boundary around what work is being proposed under each program if pursuing both funding streams.
Key dates in the posting show the opportunity was posted July 15, 2009, with an original closing date of August 31, 2009, later updated to a current closing date of September 8, 2009, and an archive date of October 8, 2009. The CFDA number associated with the program is 20.720 (State Damage Prevention Program Grants). For full requirements, application instructions, and evaluation details, applicants are directed to the official program solicitation attachment titled "DTPH56 10 SN 0001 Program Solicitation" within the full announcement materials. For access issues, the listed contact is Carrie Brown, PHMSA Grant Support, at (617) 494-3318.
State Damage Prevention Grants (PHMSA) - FAQs
What is the State Damage Prevention Grants opportunity?
The State Damage Prevention Grants opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DTPH56 10 SN 0001) is a discretionary grant program administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). It is intended to help States strengthen, modernize, or develop comprehensive programs that prevent damage to underground pipeline facilities, particularly damage associated with excavation and other ground-disturbing activities.
What is the main purpose of this grant program?
The program aims to improve the overall quality and effectiveness of State damage prevention systems so underground pipelines are better protected. By improving prevention, the program seeks to reduce the risk of pipeline leaks, service interruptions, injuries, and other incidents tied to excavation-related damage.
What federal authority allows PHMSA to offer these grants?
This grant authority traces back to Section 2 of the PIPES Act, which added the grant authority to federal pipeline safety law at 49 U.S.C. 60134.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to State governments, specifically through a State authority designated by the Governor.
Are municipalities eligible to apply?
The announcement notes municipalities can be eligible in the context of intrastate gas pipeline transportation. However, eligibility still depends on the State participating in pipeline safety oversight through either an annual certification under 49 U.S.C. 60105 or an agreement under 49 U.S.C. 60106 that is in effect with PHMSA.
Does the State need to have a pipeline safety certification or agreement in place?
Yes. The State must participate in pipeline safety oversight through an annual certification under 49 U.S.C. 60105 or an agreement under 49 U.S.C. 60106 that is in effect with PHMSA.
How many applications may a State submit?
PHMSA will accept only one application from each State. States must coordinate internally and submit a single, unified proposal through the appropriate Governor-designated authority.
How many awards does PHMSA expect to make?
Funding is expected to be distributed across multiple awards, with an estimated 21 awards anticipated.
How much total funding is available under this opportunity?
The total estimated funding available is $2,100,000.
What is the maximum award amount per recipient?
The maximum award (ceiling) is $100,000 per recipient.
Is there a minimum award amount?
No minimum award amount is stated. The award floor is listed as $0.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed for this opportunity. Applicants do not need to provide a required non-federal match to be eligible, but they should still present a clear plan for how funds will be used and what outcomes will be delivered.
What types of activities does this grant support?
The grant is meant to support the creation or improvement of a comprehensive State damage prevention program, with a focus on preventing excavation and ground-disturbance related damage to underground pipeline facilities.
What does PHMSA consider an "effective" State damage prevention program?
The authorizing law outlines nine elements that PHMSA considers part of an effective State damage prevention program. Applicants are directed to consult PHMSA's Damage Prevention Assistance Program (DPAP) guidance for details and should align proposed activities and deliverables with those elements.
Do applicants need to address the nine elements in their proposal?
Yes. While the nine elements are not listed in the provided notice text, the announcement indicates that successful applications should align activities and deliverables with those required elements and show how the State will establish missing components or measurably improve existing ones.
How does this program relate to PHMSA's One Call grant program?
PHMSA states that awards under the State Damage Prevention Grants will not affect One Call grants, which are posted under a different announcement.
Can a State apply for both the State Damage Prevention Grant and a One Call grant?
Yes. A State may apply for both programs, but only if the deliverables are different between the two applications.
Will PHMSA fund the same deliverables under both programs?
No. PHMSA emphasizes it will coordinate reviews to prevent duplicate funding for the same deliverables across the State Damage Prevention Grants and the One Call grant program. Applicants pursuing both should clearly distinguish what work is proposed under each.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number associated with the program is 20.720 (State Damage Prevention Program Grants).
When was this opportunity posted?
The posting date listed is July 15, 2009.
What is the application deadline?
The opportunity originally listed a closing date of August 31, 2009, and was later updated to a current closing date of September 8, 2009.
When is the archive date?
The archive date listed is October 8, 2009.
Where can applicants find the full requirements and application instructions?
Applicants are directed to the official program solicitation attachment titled "DTPH56 10 SN 0001 Program Solicitation" within the full announcement materials for complete requirements, application instructions, and evaluation details.
Who should be contacted for access issues or support?
For access issues, the listed contact is Carrie Brown, PHMSA Grant Support, at (617) 494-3318.
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