Opportunity Information: Apply for SGA 09 02
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- The OASAM in the employment, labor and training sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Veterans Workforce Investment Program (VWIP) Grants" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 17.802 Veterans Employment Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 11, 2009 and posted on May 4, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 3, 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 $6,900,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 13 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- III. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION 1. Eligible Applicants Applications for funds will be accepted from public agencies and non profit organizations, including state and local workforce investment boards and faith based and neighborhood partnerships, that are determined to have familiarity with the area and population to be served and can administer an effective program, under WIA section 168(a) (2). Eligible applicants generally fall into one of the following categories State and local Workforce Investment Boards (SWIBs), established under Sections 111 and 117 of the Workforce Investment Act. Public agencies, meaning any public agency of a State or of a general purpose political subdivision of a State that has the power to levy taxes and spend funds, as well as general corporate and police powers. (This typically refers to cities and counties.) A State agency may propose in its application to serve one or more of the jurisdictions located in its State. This does not preclude a city or county agency from submitting an application to serve its own jurisdiction. Non profit organizations (including faith based and neighborhood partnerships). If claiming 501(c) (3) status, the Internal Revenue Service statement indicating 501(c) (3) status approval must be submitted. Applicants for VWIP must satisfy a responsibility review that demonstrates an ability to administer Federal funds. See 20 CFR 667.170. Other eligible applicants include joint labor management training programs, representatives from local governments, conservation corps, community colleges, and small businesses. Entities described in Section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code that engage in lobbying activities are not eligible to receive funds under this announcement because Section 18 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995, Public Law No. 104 65, 109 Stat. 691, prohibits the award of Federal funds to these entities. In accordance with 29 CFR Part 98, entities that are debarred or suspended shall be excluded from Federal financial assistance and are ineligible to receive a VWIP grant.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Veterans Workforce Investment Program (VWIP) Grants opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number SGA 09 02) was a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) through the Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS) for Program Year 2009. Authorized under Section 168 of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) of 1998, the program was designed to fund projects that help eligible veterans improve their employment outcomes. Funded efforts were expected to provide a mix of direct workforce supports such as job placement assistance, occupational training, supportive services, credentialing pathways, and access to networking or other career-advancement resources tailored to veteran needs.
For PY 2009, VETS projected total available funding of up to $6.9 million, with individual grant awards ranging from a floor of $100,000 to a ceiling of $500,000. The agency anticipated making about 13 awards, with the possibility of additional awards depending on the volume and size of funding requests received. The base period of performance was set for July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. In addition to the initial year, the solicitation allowed for up to two optional additional years of funding, but only if Congress appropriated funds, VETS chose to exercise the option years, and grantees (and any sub-awardees) demonstrated satisfactory performance. The notice also emphasized that late or inaccurate required reporting could put optional-year funding at risk, signaling that performance management and compliance were central expectations of awardees.
Eligibility was broad but specific. Applications were accepted from public agencies and nonprofit organizations that could demonstrate familiarity with the service area and the veteran population, and that could administer an effective federally funded program consistent with WIA section 168(a)(2). Eligible applicant types included state and local workforce investment boards established under WIA, public agencies at the state or local level (including cities and counties with taxing and spending authority), and nonprofit organizations, including faith-based and neighborhood partnerships. Nonprofits claiming 501(c)(3) status were required to submit IRS documentation confirming that status. The solicitation also noted additional eligible entities such as joint labor-management training programs, representatives from local governments, conservation corps, community colleges, and small businesses, reflecting an intent to encourage partnerships that could translate training into real employment pipelines.
Several restrictions and compliance conditions were clearly stated. Applicants had to pass a federal "responsibility review" demonstrating the capacity to manage federal funds (referencing 20 CFR 667.170). Organizations described under IRS 501(c)(4) that engage in lobbying activities were not eligible due to restrictions in the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995. Entities that were debarred or suspended were ineligible under federal assistance rules (29 CFR Part 98). The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds, which typically lowers the barrier for smaller organizations to apply, but it also increases the importance of strong program design and credible outcomes because the federal government is covering the full award amount.
Key administrative details include the posting date (May 4, 2009) and the application closing date (June 3, 2009), with the opportunity later archived on July 3, 2009. The activity category was Employment, Labor and Training and the CFDA listing was 17.802 (Veterans Employment Program). For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, the listed grant contact was Cassandra Mitchell, Grants Management Specialist, at 202-693-4570 or mitchell.cassandra@dol.gov. Overall, VWIP PY 2009 was structured as a competitive, performance-driven investment to expand veteran-focused workforce services through capable public, nonprofit, and community-based providers, with a clear emphasis on both service delivery and timely, accurate federal reporting.
Veterans Workforce Investment Program (VWIP) Grants (SGA 09 02) - FAQs
What is the Veterans Workforce Investment Program (VWIP) Grants opportunity?
The Veterans Workforce Investment Program (VWIP) Grants opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number SGA 09 02) was a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) through the Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS) for Program Year (PY) 2009.
Which federal agency administered this grant competition?
The competition was administered by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL), specifically through its Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS).
What law authorized the VWIP grant program?
The program was authorized under Section 168 of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) of 1998.
What was the purpose of VWIP funding?
The funding was designed to support projects that help eligible veterans improve their employment outcomes.
What kinds of services or activities were expected to be funded?
Funded efforts were expected to provide a mix of direct workforce supports, including job placement assistance, occupational training, supportive services, credentialing pathways, and access to networking or other career-advancement resources tailored to veteran needs.
How much total funding was projected to be available for PY 2009?
VETS projected total available funding of up to $6.9 million for PY 2009.
What was the award size range for individual grants?
Individual grant awards were expected to range from a minimum (floor) of $100,000 to a maximum (ceiling) of $500,000.
How many awards did VETS expect to make?
The agency anticipated making about 13 awards, with the possibility of additional awards depending on the volume and size of funding requests received.
What was the base period of performance?
The base period of performance was July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010.
Were option years available beyond the base period?
Yes. The solicitation allowed for up to two optional additional years of funding.
What conditions had to be met for optional additional years of funding to be available?
Optional-year funding depended on three conditions: Congress appropriating funds, VETS choosing to exercise the option years, and grantees (and any sub-awardees) demonstrating satisfactory performance.
Could reporting issues affect optional-year funding?
Yes. The notice emphasized that late or inaccurate required reporting could put optional-year funding at risk.
Who was eligible to apply?
Applications were accepted from public agencies and nonprofit organizations that could demonstrate familiarity with the service area and the veteran population, and that could administer an effective federally funded program consistent with WIA section 168(a)(2).
Which public entities were specifically listed as eligible applicants?
Eligible public entities included state and local workforce investment boards established under WIA, and public agencies at the state or local level (including cities and counties with taxing and spending authority).
Were nonprofit organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations were eligible, including faith-based and neighborhood partnerships.
If a nonprofit claimed 501(c)(3) status, what documentation was required?
Nonprofits claiming 501(c)(3) status were required to submit IRS documentation confirming that status.
Did the opportunity encourage partnerships or additional types of entities?
Yes. The solicitation noted additional eligible entities such as joint labor-management training programs, representatives from local governments, conservation corps, community colleges, and small businesses, reflecting an intent to encourage partnerships that could translate training into real employment pipelines.
Were there restrictions related to an applicant's ability to manage federal funds?
Yes. Applicants had to pass a federal "responsibility review" demonstrating the capacity to manage federal funds, referencing 20 CFR 667.170.
Were any organizations prohibited due to lobbying restrictions?
Yes. Organizations described under IRS 501(c)(4) that engage in lobbying activities were not eligible due to restrictions in the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995.
Could a debarred or suspended entity apply?
No. Entities that were debarred or suspended were ineligible under federal assistance rules (29 CFR Part 98).
Was cost sharing or matching funding required?
No. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds.
What was the posting date for the opportunity?
The posting date was May 4, 2009.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was June 3, 2009.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was later archived on July 3, 2009.
What was the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category was Employment, Labor and Training.
What was the CFDA number associated with this program?
The CFDA listing was 17.802 (Veterans Employment Program).
Who was the grant contact listed for questions or help accessing the full announcement?
The listed grant contact was Cassandra Mitchell, Grants Management Specialist.
What contact information was provided for the listed grant contact?
Cassandra Mitchell could be reached at 202-693-4570 or by email at mitchell.cassandra@dol.gov.
What were the main compliance and performance expectations emphasized in the notice?
The notice highlighted performance management and compliance, including timely and accurate required reporting, and the need to demonstrate the capability to manage federal funds through a responsibility review.
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