Opportunity Information: Apply for TAP 2014

  • The Department of the Interior in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Technical Assistance Program Fiscal Year 2014" and is now available to receive applicants.
  • Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.875 Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories.
  • This funding opportunity was created on Jun 3, 2014 and posted on Oct 18, 2013.
  • Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 1, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
  • 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 Technical Assistance Program Fiscal Year 2014 (TAP 2014) is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of the Interior designed to support short-term projects that address immediate, practical needs in the insular areas. The program is intentionally broad and flexible, with funding meant to help territories respond quickly to pressing economic, social, or governmental challenges that cannot wait for longer planning cycles. The opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.875, Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories, which signals that the grants may cover a wide range of activities as long as they strengthen capacity, improve services, or resolve urgent issues affecting territorial communities and institutions.

This opportunity uses a standard grant as the funding instrument and is categorized under a broad "Other" funding activity classification, with the clarification that TAP supports many types of activities rather than a narrow program niche. Eligibility is listed as "unrestricted," meaning it is broadly open to many entity types, subject to any additional eligibility conditions that might appear in the full announcement. Importantly, there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which can make the program more accessible for applicants that may not have non-federal funds available for a match.

The timeline for the announcement reflects an initial posting date of October 18, 2013, with the record showing a creation date of June 3, 2014. The original closing date was June 2, 2014, and it was subsequently extended, with a current closing date of July 1, 2014. The opportunity was scheduled to be archived on June 1, 2015. Applicants should note that the agency included a prominent warning about funding constraints: appropriations were limited at the time of the announcement, and application reviews were expected to be delayed until additional appropriations were received. In practical terms, that means submission alone would not guarantee a timely review or award decision, and project planning should account for potential delays.

For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement or encountering technical issues, the listed point of contact is Ms. Hailey McCoy, Grants Management Specialist, reachable by phone at 202-513-7746. The announcement indicates a work email exists for contact as well, though it is not fully provided in the source text shared here.

Technical Assistance Program Fiscal Year 2014 (TAP 2014) - FAQs

What is TAP 2014?

TAP 2014 (Technical Assistance Program Fiscal Year 2014) is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of the Interior that supports short-term projects in the insular areas. The focus is on addressing immediate, practical needs that require quick action rather than long planning cycles.

What is the purpose of this grant opportunity?

The purpose is to help insular areas respond quickly to pressing economic, social, or governmental challenges. Projects are intended to strengthen capacity, improve services, or resolve urgent issues affecting territorial communities and institutions.

What types of projects are eligible or encouraged under TAP 2014?

The program is described as intentionally broad and flexible, supporting many types of activities rather than a narrow program niche. Activities may vary widely as long as they align with the overall aim of addressing urgent territorial needs and supporting economic, social, or governmental development.

Which federal program or CFDA number is this opportunity associated with?

This opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.875, titled "Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories."

What is meant by "discretionary" in this context?

The opportunity is described as discretionary, meaning funding decisions are made by the agency based on its priorities and review process, rather than being an automatic or formula-based allocation.

What funding instrument is used for TAP 2014?

The funding instrument is a standard grant.

How is the funding activity classified?

The opportunity is categorized under a broad "Other" funding activity classification, with the clarification that TAP supports many different activity types rather than being limited to a single defined area.

Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility is listed as "unrestricted," indicating it is broadly open to many entity types, subject to any additional eligibility conditions that may be included in the full announcement.

Is cost sharing or matching required?

No. The announcement states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.

When was the opportunity originally posted?

The initial posting date is October 18, 2013.

What is the creation date shown in the record?

The record shows a creation date of June 3, 2014.

What was the original application closing date?

The original closing date was June 2, 2014.

Was the deadline extended, and what is the current closing date?

Yes. The closing date was extended, and the current closing date is July 1, 2014.

When was the opportunity scheduled to be archived?

The opportunity was scheduled to be archived on June 1, 2015.

Are there any warnings about funding availability or review timing?

Yes. The agency included a prominent warning that appropriations were limited at the time of the announcement, and application reviews were expected to be delayed until additional appropriations were received.

Does submitting an application guarantee a timely review or award decision?

No. The announcement notes that limited appropriations could delay application reviews, meaning submission does not guarantee a timely review or award decision.

How should applicants plan given the possibility of delayed reviews?

Applicants should account for potential delays in the review timeline due to funding constraints, as described in the announcement.

Who can applicants contact for help or technical issues related to the full announcement?

The listed point of contact is Ms. Hailey McCoy, Grants Management Specialist.

What is the contact phone number for the listed point of contact?

Ms. Hailey McCoy can be reached by phone at 202-513-7746.

Is an email address provided for the point of contact?

The announcement indicates that a work email exists for contact, but it is not fully provided in the source text shared here.

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