Opportunity Information: Apply for 12PR02
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- The National Institute of Corrections in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Strategic Essentials for the Advancement of Women Executives in Corrections" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.601 CorrectionsTraining and Staff Development.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 6, 2012 and posted on Dec 12, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 15, 2012. (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 $100,000.00 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).
- An eligible applicant is any private agency, educational institution, organization, individual or team with expertise in the areas described.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) offered this discretionary cooperative agreement to update and deliver a leadership development program specifically designed for women executives in corrections. The opportunity, titled Strategic Essentials for the Advancement of Women Executives in Corrections (Funding Opportunity Number 12PR02), centers on revising NIC's existing program previously known as Strategic Development of the Executive Woman and then planning and conducting a program delivery in 2013. The overall intent is to strengthen and modernize a women-only executive development curriculum in a learning environment where gender-based barriers are reduced, peer learning is accelerated, and participants can build leadership capacity with others who share similar professional challenges in correctional settings.
The project was structured as an 18-month cooperative agreement, meaning the selected recipient would work closely with NIC rather than operating entirely independently. NIC expected the awardee to become familiar with the agency's ongoing work and the broader history and direction of this women-focused leadership series, so that the revised curriculum would align with NIC standards and long-term program goals. In practical terms, the core deliverables included (1) revising the curriculum, (2) preparing for and executing the 2013 delivery of the program, and (3) supporting an evaluation of the initial delivery to help NIC measure results and improve future offerings.
A key technical requirement was that the updated curriculum be produced in NIC's Instructional Theory into Practice (ITIP) format, which is NIC's structured approach for designing and documenting training content so it is instructionally sound, replicable, and consistent across deliveries. In addition to curriculum redevelopment, the recipient was expected to collaborate with NIC's Research and Information Services Division to evaluate the initial program delivery using NIC's training evaluation protocol. The announcement notes that this evaluation component should represent minimal cost to the recipient, suggesting NIC would provide tools, guidance, or direct support for the evaluation process while still expecting the awardee to participate in planning, data collection coordination, and reporting.
Beyond the classroom experience itself, the project also emphasized post-training value by addressing strategies for continued learning and networking after participants complete the program. This element reflects an understanding that executive development is strengthened when participants maintain professional connections, share solutions, and have access to continued development resources, particularly in a field like corrections where leadership roles can be isolating and where organizational cultures and operational pressures differ by agency and jurisdiction.
Funding was capped at an award ceiling of $100,000 with no stated award floor, and NIC anticipated making a single award. There was no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The program falls under CFDA 16.601 (Corrections Training and Staff Development) and was categorized as curriculum development and revision related to women in corrections. Eligibility was broad: any private agency, educational institution, organization, individual, or team with relevant expertise could apply, reflecting NIC's interest in attracting qualified training developers, facilitators, researchers, or practitioner-led teams with strong backgrounds in executive leadership development, corrections management, and women-centered professional development.
Key timeline details in the posted notice include an original closing date of February 15, 2012, which was extended to a current closing date of March 15, 2012. The opportunity was posted December 12, 2011, with an archive date of April 14, 2012. For applicants unable to access the full announcement electronically, the contact listed for technical assistance only was Pamela Davison, Administrative Assistant, at 202-353-0484.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a National Institute of Corrections (NIC) discretionary cooperative agreement to update and deliver a leadership development program designed specifically for women executives working in corrections. The opportunity is titled Strategic Essentials for the Advancement of Women Executives in Corrections and is identified as Funding Opportunity Number 12PR02.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The purpose is to strengthen and modernize a women-only executive development curriculum and deliver the program in 2013. The program is intended to provide a learning environment where gender-based barriers are reduced, peer learning is accelerated, and participants can build leadership capacity alongside others facing similar professional challenges in correctional settings.
Is this a new program or an update to an existing one?
It is an update to an existing NIC program. The project centers on revising NIC's existing curriculum previously known as Strategic Development of the Executive Woman and preparing it for a modernized delivery under the updated program title.
What type of award is this?
This is an 18-month cooperative agreement. That means the selected recipient is expected to work closely with NIC rather than operating entirely independently.
What are the core deliverables under this cooperative agreement?
The notice describes three core deliverables:
- Revising the curriculum for the women executives leadership development program.
- Preparing for and executing the 2013 delivery of the program.
- Supporting an evaluation of the initial delivery to help NIC measure results and improve future offerings.
What curriculum format is required?
The updated curriculum must be produced in NIC's Instructional Theory into Practice (ITIP) format. ITIP is NIC's structured approach for designing and documenting training content so it is instructionally sound, replicable, and consistent across program deliveries.
What is expected regarding evaluation?
The recipient is expected to collaborate with NIC's Research and Information Services Division to evaluate the initial program delivery using NIC's training evaluation protocol. The announcement indicates the evaluation component should be at minimal cost to the recipient, implying NIC would provide tools, guidance, and/or direct support, while still expecting the awardee to participate in planning and coordination (including data collection coordination and reporting).
Does the project include any post-training components?
Yes. The project emphasizes post-training value by addressing strategies for continued learning and networking after participants complete the program. This reflects the intent to support ongoing professional connections and continued development resources for women executives in corrections.
How much funding is available?
Funding is capped at an award ceiling of $100,000. No award floor is stated in the notice.
How many awards does NIC expect to make?
NIC anticipated making a single award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The program falls under CFDA 16.601 (Corrections Training and Staff Development).
What is the program category or focus area?
The opportunity is categorized as curriculum development and revision related to women in corrections, with an emphasis on executive leadership development.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad. The notice states that any private agency, educational institution, organization, individual, or team with relevant expertise may apply. NIC’s intent appears to be to attract qualified training developers, facilitators, researchers, and/or practitioner-led teams with strong backgrounds in executive leadership development, corrections management, and women-centered professional development.
What does NIC expect of the selected recipient in terms of alignment with NIC’s work?
NIC expected the awardee to become familiar with NIC’s ongoing work and the history and direction of this women-focused leadership series. The revised curriculum should align with NIC standards and the long-term goals of the program.
What are the key dates for this opportunity?
The notice lists the following dates:
- Posted date: December 12, 2011
- Original closing date: February 15, 2012
- Extended/current closing date: March 15, 2012
- Archive date: April 14, 2012
Who can applicants contact for technical assistance if they cannot access the full announcement electronically?
For technical assistance only, the notice lists:
Pamela Davison, Administrative Assistant
Phone: 202-353-0484
What year is the program delivery expected to occur?
The project includes planning for and conducting a program delivery in 2013.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement rather than a standard grant?
Based on the notice, a cooperative agreement means the recipient will work closely with NIC during the project. NIC anticipated active collaboration so the revised curriculum and evaluation approach align with NIC’s standards, program history, and long-term objectives.
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