Opportunity Information: Apply for NIJ 2012 3100
Apply for NIJ 2012 3100
- The National Institute of Justice in the law, justice and legal services science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Using DNA Technology to Identify the Missing" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.560 National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 30, 2012 and posted on Mar 30, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 29, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 4 candidate(s).
- 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 National Institute of Justice (NIJ) grant opportunity titled "Using DNA Technology to Identify the Missing" (Funding Opportunity Number NIJ-2012-3100) is a discretionary federal funding program offered through a cooperative agreement to strengthen the ability of states and local governments to identify missing persons by applying modern DNA testing and by improving how identification-related information is shared through national systems. The program sits at the intersection of law enforcement and forensic science, and it is authorized under the Department of Justice Appropriations Act, 2012 (Public Law 112-55). In practical terms, it is designed to move cases forward that involve unidentified human remains and to help connect those cases to missing-person investigations by producing usable DNA profiles and ensuring those results are properly uploaded and documented in the relevant national databases.
The solicitation lays out three connected goals. First, it supports eligible entities in conducting DNA analysis on either unidentified human remains and/or reference samples. This is intended to directly assist state and local agencies working to identify individuals who are missing or unknown. Second, it requires that DNA profiles generated through the funded work be entered into the FBI National DNA Index System (NDIS) using the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) software, specifically version 7.0 as referenced in the announcement. This element is important because it ensures profiles are searchable at the national level in a standardized format, which can increase the likelihood of a match across jurisdictions. Third, it emphasizes case-data completeness by requiring that any relevant case information connected to unidentified remains be entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) when the submitting agency deems it appropriate. If a case is not entered into NamUs, the agency must provide a justification, signaling that NIJ expects strong reasons for withholding case information from that national clearinghouse.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity was posted on March 30, 2012, with an application closing date of May 29, 2012, and it was archived on August 29, 2012. NIJ anticipated making four awards. The program is listed under CFDA 16.560 (National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants). The announcement indicates there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants were not expected to contribute a required financial match as a condition of receiving funds. The award ceiling and floor are both listed as 0 in the summary data, which typically means applicants needed to consult the full solicitation document for the actual budget limits, expectations, and allowable cost details.
Eligibility is shown as "unrestricted," meaning the competition was broadly open to many types of entities, subject to any clarifying language in the full solicitation under "Additional Information on Eligibility." While the summary does not spell out restrictions, the program purpose is clearly aimed at entities that can carry out forensic DNA testing, coordinate with law enforcement investigations, and handle required data entry and compliance obligations tied to CODIS/NDIS and NamUs. Because the award instrument is a cooperative agreement rather than a standard grant, applicants should expect more direct federal involvement in oversight, coordination, reporting, or project direction than is typical under a more hands-off grant structure.
For support and submission logistics, the announcement points applicants to the full solicitation through an additional information link and provides contacts for common needs. Programmatic questions were directed to Charles Heurich, Program Manager, at 202-616-9264 or Charles.Heurich@usdoj.gov. Technical issues related to submitting through Grants.gov were handled by the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 800-518-4726 or 606-545-5035, or by email at support@grants.gov, with availability listed as 24/7 except federal holidays. Overall, the opportunity is best understood as a targeted NIJ effort to fund DNA testing and required national data integration so that unidentified remains cases are more likely to generate investigative leads and ultimately result in confirmed identifications.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "Using DNA Technology to Identify the Missing" funding opportunity?
It is a National Institute of Justice (NIJ) discretionary federal funding opportunity offered through a cooperative agreement. Its purpose is to strengthen the ability of states and local governments to identify missing persons by applying modern DNA testing and by improving how identification-related information is shared through national systems.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NIJ-2012-3100.
What type of funding instrument is used (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
The program is offered through a cooperative agreement, not a standard grant. This generally means applicants should expect more direct federal involvement in oversight, coordination, reporting, and/or project direction than under a more hands-off grant structure.
What is the main goal of the program?
The program is designed to move cases forward that involve unidentified human remains and to help connect those cases to missing-person investigations by producing usable DNA profiles and ensuring those results are properly uploaded and documented in relevant national databases.
What are the three connected goals described in the solicitation summary?
The summary describes three connected goals: (1) support DNA analysis on unidentified human remains and/or reference samples; (2) require that DNA profiles generated through funded work be entered into the FBI National DNA Index System (NDIS) using CODIS software (version 7.0 as referenced); and (3) require that relevant case information for unidentified remains be entered into NamUs when the submitting agency deems it appropriate, or provide a justification if not entered.
What types of DNA samples or materials are supported for analysis?
The solicitation supports DNA analysis on unidentified human remains and/or reference samples, as described in the program goals.
Are awardees required to upload DNA profiles to CODIS/NDIS?
Yes. The summary states that DNA profiles generated through the funded work must be entered into the FBI National DNA Index System (NDIS) using the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) software.
Which CODIS software version is referenced in the announcement?
The announcement specifically references CODIS software version 7.0.
Is entry into NamUs required for unidentified remains cases?
The summary emphasizes case-data completeness by requiring that relevant case information connected to unidentified remains be entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) when the submitting agency deems it appropriate.
What happens if an agency does not enter a case into NamUs?
If a case is not entered into NamUs, the agency must provide a justification. This indicates NIJ expects strong reasons for withholding case information from the national clearinghouse.
Who is the program intended to help?
It is intended to help state and local agencies working to identify individuals who are missing or unknown, particularly in cases involving unidentified human remains and efforts to connect those cases to missing-person investigations.
What is the legal authorization for this program?
The program is authorized under the Department of Justice Appropriations Act, 2012 (Public Law 112-55).
When was this opportunity posted, and what were the key dates?
The opportunity was posted on March 30, 2012. The application closing date was May 29, 2012. The opportunity was archived on August 29, 2012.
How many awards did NIJ anticipate making?
NIJ anticipated making four awards.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The program is listed under CFDA 16.560 (National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants).
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No. The summary indicates there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What are the minimum and maximum award amounts?
The summary data lists both the award ceiling and award floor as 0. This typically means applicants needed to consult the full solicitation for the actual budget limits, expectations, and allowable cost details.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is shown as "unrestricted," meaning the competition was broadly open to many types of entities, subject to any clarifying language in the full solicitation under "Additional Information on Eligibility."
Does the summary describe any practical expectations about who should apply?
Yes. While the summary does not spell out specific restrictions, the purpose is aimed at entities that can carry out forensic DNA testing, coordinate with law enforcement investigations, and handle required data entry and compliance obligations tied to CODIS/NDIS and NamUs.
What role do national systems play in this program?
National systems are central to the program. DNA profiles produced through funded work must be entered into NDIS via CODIS, and case information for unidentified remains is expected to be entered into NamUs when appropriate. These requirements are intended to support standardized, searchable data across jurisdictions.
Why does the solicitation emphasize CODIS/NDIS entry?
The summary explains that entering profiles into NDIS using CODIS helps ensure profiles are searchable at the national level in a standardized format, which can increase the likelihood of a match across jurisdictions.
Where should applicants look for the full requirements, budget limits, and allowable costs?
The announcement points applicants to the full solicitation through an additional information link. The full solicitation is where applicants would typically find detailed requirements, budget limits, expectations, and allowable cost details.
Who should be contacted for programmatic questions?
Programmatic questions were directed to Charles Heurich, Program Manager, at 202-616-9264 or Charles.Heurich@usdoj.gov.
Who should be contacted for technical help with Grants.gov submission?
Technical issues related to submitting through Grants.gov were handled by the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 800-518-4726 or 606-545-5035, or by email at support@grants.gov.
What were the stated support hours for Grants.gov technical assistance?
The announcement lists Grants.gov support availability as 24/7 except federal holidays.
What is the practical focus of the funded work?
The practical focus is on funding DNA testing and required national data integration so that unidentified remains cases are more likely to generate investigative leads and ultimately result in confirmed identifications.
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