FY 2012 THSGP FOA Guidance

FY 2012 TRIBAL HOMELAND S ECURITY G RANT P ROGRAM (THS GP )
F UNDING O P P ORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT (FOA)
O VERVIEW INFORMATION
Issued By
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS): Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA)
Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number
97.067
CFDA Title
Homeland Security Grant Program
Funding Opportunity Announcement Title
Fiscal Year (FY) 2012 Tribal Homeland Security Grant Program (THSGP)
Authorizing Authority for Program
The Homeland Security Act of 2002, as amended by Section 101 of the Implementing
Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 (hereafter “9/11 Act”), 6 U.S.C.
605-606
Appropriation Authority for Program
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012, Division D (Public Law 112-74)
FOA Number
DHS-12-GPD-067-000-01
Key Dates and Time
Application Start Date: 02/17/2012
Application Submission Deadline Date: 05/04/2012 at 11:59:59 PM EDT
Anticipated Funding Selection Date: 06/29/2012
Anticipated Award Date: 09/30/2012
Other Key Dates
Applying for FY 2012 THSGP funds requires a two-step process. Step One: initial
submission to determine eligibility and Step Two: full application. Applicants are
encouraged to initiate Step One immediately after the FOA is published but no later
than April 27, 2012. This involves submitting a complete Standard Form 424 to
Grants.gov. Successful completion of this step is necessary for FEMA to determine
eligibility of the applicant. Late submissions of Step One to Grants.gov could result in
applicants missing the application deadline in Step Two. Once FEMA has determined
an applicant to be eligible, applicants can proceed to Step Two which involves
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submitting the full application package via the Non Disaster (ND) Grants system. The
submission deadline for the full application package is May 4, 2012. For additional
details see Section X within the full FOA.
Intergovernmental Review
Is an intergovernmental review required?
Yes

No

If yes, applicants must contact their State’s Single Point of Contact (SPOC) to
determine if the program has been selected for State review and comply with the State’s
process under Executive Order 12372. Names and addresses of the SPOCs are
maintained at the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB’s) home page at
http://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/grants_spoc.

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FOA E XECUTIVE S UMMARY
Program Type
Select the applicable program type:
New

Continuing

One-time

Date of origin for Program: 01/04/2007
Opportunity Category
Select the applicable opportunity category:
Discretionary

Mandatory

Competitive

Non-competitive

Sole Source

Application Process
DHS makes all funding opportunities available through the common electronic
“storefront” Grants.gov, accessible on the Internet at http://www.grants.gov. If you
experience difficulties accessing information or have any questions please call the
Grants.gov customer support hotline at (800) 518-4726.
Application forms and instructions are available at Grants.gov. To access these
materials, go to http://www.grants.gov, select “Apply for Grants,” and then select
“Download Application Package.” Enter the CFDA and/or the funding opportunity
number located on the cover of this announcement. Select “Download Application
Package,” and then follow the prompts to download the application package. To
download the instructions, go to “Download Application Package” and select
“Instructions.”
For additional details on how to apply, please refer to Section X within the full FOA.
Eligible Applicants
The following entities are eligible to apply directly to FEMA under this solicitation.
Native American Tribal Government (federally recognized)
Federally recognized tribes are defined in Section 104 of the Act of November 2, 1994
(Public Law 103–454; 108 Stat. 4791, 4792)
For additional information, see the Eligibility Criteria section of this FOA.
Type of Funding Instrument
Select the applicable funding instrument:
Grant

Cooperative Agreement

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Cost Share or Match
Select the applicable requirement:
Cost Match

Cost Share

None Required

Maintenance of Effort
Is there a Maintenance of Effort (MOE) requirement?
Yes

No

Management and Administration
A maximum of up to five percent (5%) of funds awarded may be retained by the tribal
grantee, and any funds retained are to be used solely for management and
administration (M&A) purposes associated with the THSGP award.

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F ULL FOA
I.

Fu n d in g Op p o rtu n ity De s c rip tio n
Program Overview and Priorities
The THSGP is one tool among a comprehensive set of initiatives authorized by
Congress and implemented by the Administration to help strengthen the Nation against
risks associated with potential terrorist attacks. Funding under THSGP is provided to
strengthen tribes’ capacity to prepare for and respond to emergency situations.
Program Objectives
The FY 2012 THSGP plays an important role in the implementation of Presidential
Policy Directive 8 (PPD-8) by supporting the development and sustainment of core
capabilities. Core capabilities are essential for the execution of each of the five mission
areas outlined in the National Preparedness Goal (NPG). The development and
sustainment of these core capabilities are not exclusive to any single level of
government or organization, but rather require the combined effort of the whole
community. The FY 2012 THSGP supports all core capabilities in the Prevention,
Protection, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery mission areas based on allowable
costs.
Grantees under FY 2012 THSGP are encouraged to build and sustain core capabilities
through activities such as:
•
•
•
•
•
•

Planning
Maintenance and Sustainment
Building Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Capabilities
Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA)
Whole Community Approach to Security and Emergency Management
Typing of Equipment and Training

For additional information on program priorities and objective for FY 2012 THSGP, refer
to Appendix A – FY 2012 THSGP Priorities.
II.

Fu n d in g In fo rm a tio n
Award Amounts, Important Dates, and Extensions
Available Funding for this FOA: $6,000,000
Projected Number of Awards: 15
Projected Award Start Date(s): 09/30/2012
Projected Award End Date(s): 09/30/2014
Period of Performance: 24 months
Grantees must accept their grant awards no later than 90 days from the award date.
The grantee shall notify the awarding agency of its intent to accept and proceed with
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work under the award, or provide a written notice of intent to decline. Funds will remain
on hold until the grantee accepts the award through official correspondence (e.g.,
written, electronic signature, signed letter or fax to the Grant Programs Directorate
[GPD]) and all other conditions of award have been satisfied, or the award is otherwise
rescinded. Failure to accept the grant award within the 90 day timeframe may result in
a loss of funds.
Period of Performance
Is an extension to the period of performance permitted?
Yes

No

The periods of performance outlined above support the effort to expedite the outlay of
grant funding and provide economic stimulus. Agencies should request waivers
sparingly, and they will be granted only due to compelling legal, policy, or operational
challenges. For example, tribal grantees may request waivers from the deadlines
outlined above for discretionary grant funds where adjusting the timeline for spending
will constitute a verifiable legal breach of contract by the grantee with vendors or subrecipients, or where a specific statute or regulation mandates an environmental review
that cannot be completed within this timeframe or where other exceptional
circumstances warrant a discrete waiver.
Additional Funding Information
In an effort to assist with FY 2012 planning and application development, the table
below provides a historical overview of THSGP application submissions and funding.
FY 2008

FY 2009

FY 2010

FY 2011

$1,645,000

$1,788,000

$10,000,000

$10,000,000

Number of Applications Received

17

20

48

58

Number of Applications Funded

12

13

24

21

$137,000

$137,538

$416,667

$476,190

Total Funds Available

Average Award Amount

Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention
Per the 9/11 Act, tribal grantees are required to ensure that at least 25 percent (25%) of
THSGP award funds are dedicated towards law enforcement terrorism prevention
planning, organization, training, exercise, and equipment activities.
III.

Elig ib ility In fo rm a tio n
Eligibility Criteria
In order to be eligible to receive THSGP funding, grantees must be considered “directly
eligible Tribes.” Per the 9/11 Act, the term “directly eligible Tribe” means –
(A)

any Indian Tribe –
(i)
that is located in the continental United States;
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(ii)

that operates a law enforcement or emergency response agency with the
capacity to respond to calls for law enforcement or emergency services;

(iii)

(B)

a. that is located on or near (50 miles) an international border or a
coastline bordering an ocean (including the Gulf of Mexico) or
international waters (excluding shoreline border around the Great
Lakes);
b. that is located within 10 miles of a system or asset included on the
prioritized critical infrastructure list established under section
210E(a)(2) [please refer to section 1001 of the 9/11 Act] or has
such a system or asset within its territory;
c. that is located within or contiguous to one of the 50 most populous
metropolitan statistical areas in the United States; or
d. the jurisdiction of which includes not less than 1,000 square miles
of Indian country, as that term is defined in section 1151 of title 18,
United States Code; and
(iv)
that certifies to the Secretary that a State has not provided funds under
section 2003 [UASI] or 2004 [SHSP] to the Indian Tribe or consortium of
Indian Tribes for the purpose for which direct funding is sought; and
a consortium of Indian Tribes, if each Tribe satisfies the requirements of
subparagraph (A).

In summary, eligible Tribes must meet the requirements set forth in (A) (i), and (A) (ii),
and (A) (iv). Tribes must also meet one of the requirements set forth in (A) (iii); either
(A) (iii) (a), or (A) (iii) (b), or (A) (iii) (c), or (A) (iii) (d). Finally, (B) may also be satisfied,
if each Tribe satisfies the requirements of subparagraph (A).
In FY 2012, applicants must self-certify as to whether they meet the eligibility
requirements. Self-certification will be provided on the THSGP Eligibility Certification
Form as part of application Investment Justification (IJ). Any questions regarding an
applicant’s proximity to a Critical Infrastructure and Key Structures (CI/KR) site, as
described in the eligibility criteria, may be directed to the State Administrative Agency
(SAA). Any additional questions regarding the overall self-certification of eligibility
process may be directed to the Centralized Scheduling and Information Desk (CSID).
CSID can be reached by phone at (800) 368 - 6498 or by e-mail at askcsid@fema.gov,
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. EST.
IV.

Fu n d in g Re s tric tio n s
Restrictions on Use of Award Funds
DHS grant funds may only be used for the purpose set forth in the grant and must be
consistent with the statutory authority for the award. Grant funds may not be used for
matching funds for other Federal grants/cooperative agreements, lobbying, or
intervention in Federal regulatory or adjudicatory proceedings. In addition, Federal
funds may not be used to sue the Federal government or any other government entity.

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Pre-award costs are allowable only with the written consent of DHS and if they are
included in the award agreement.
Federal employees are prohibited from serving in any capacity (paid or unpaid) on any
proposal submitted under this program. Federal employees may not receive funds
under this award.
There may be limitations on the use of THSGP funds for the following categories of
costs:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Management and Administration
Planning
Organization
Equipment
Training
Exercises
Construction and Renovation

THSGP grantees may only fund investments that were included in the FY 2012 IJs that
were submitted to FEMA and evaluated through the peer review process.
For additional details on restrictions on the use of funds please refer to Appendix B Funding Guidelines.
V.

Ap p lic a tio n Re vie w a n d S e le c tio n In fo rm a tio n
Application Review Information
FY 2012 THSGP funds will be allocated based on two factors: Eligibility, as defined in
9/11 Act and self certified by applicant, and Effectiveness: the score of the applicant’s
THSGP IJ (as determined through a peer review process). With respect to the
effectiveness criteria, THSGP IJs will be evaluated through a peer review process for
completeness, adherence to programmatic guidelines, and the anticipated effectiveness
of the proposed Investment(s). Only the information included in the IJ will be scored in
the peer review process.
As part of the FY 2012 THSGP scoring process, applicants who have not received
funding in prior years will receive five (5) points in addition to the peer reviewers’
average score for each Investment submitted as part of their IJ.
Tribes are encouraged to participate as volunteer reviewers in the FY 2012 peer review
process. FEMA GPD seeks peer reviewers who are:
•

Experienced professionals, including Native American Association
leaders/members, with experience in tribal relations as it relates to homeland
security and/or emergency management

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•
•

Representative of a variety of disciplines relating to homeland security and/or
emergency management
Familiar with the peer review process

Participation in the process will provide reviewers the unique opportunity to gain insight
into the evaluation process and to learn innovative ideas being utilized by their peers.
Those interested in participating in the peer review process should contact the CSID.
For additional details on application review information, please refer to Appendix C - FY
2012 THSGP Investment Justification (IJ) Outline.
Application Selection Process
The following process will be used to make awards under FY 2012 THSGP:
•
•
•
•

VI.

Applicants will self-certify as to tribal eligibility per the 9/11 Act;
FEMA will verify compliance with all administrative and eligibility criteria identified
in the application kit, to include the required submission of an IJ by the
established due dates;
Eligible applications will be reviewed and scored through a peer review process
to analyze the anticipated effectiveness of proposed Investments; and
FEMA will use the results of the peer review effectiveness scores to make
recommendations for funding to the Secretary of Homeland Security.

P o s t-S e le c tio n a n d P re -Awa rd Gu id e lin e s
Notice of Award
All successful applicants for all DHS grant and cooperative agreements are required to
comply with DHS Standard Administrative Terms and Conditions available within
Section 6.1.1 of http://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/cfo-financial-management-policymanual.pdf.
Upon approval of an application, the award will be made in the form of a grant. The
date the approval of award is entered in the ND Grants system is the “award date.”
Notification of award approval is made through the ND Grants system through an
automatic e-mail to the grantee point of contact listed in the initial application. Once an
award has been approved and recorded in the system, a notice is sent to the authorized
grant official. Follow the directions in the notification to accept your award documents.
The authorized grant official should carefully read the award package for instructions on
administering the grant and to learn more about the terms and conditions associated
with responsibilities under Federal awards.
Administrative and Federal Financial Requirements
Grantees are obligated to submit various financial and programmatic reports as a
condition of their award acceptance. Please see below for a summary of financial
and/or programmatic reports as required. Future awards and fund draw downs may be
withheld if these reports are delinquent.
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1. Federal Financial Report (FFR) – required quarterly. Obligations and
expenditures must be reported on a quarterly basis through the FFR (SF-425). A
report must be submitted for every quarter of the period of performance,
including partial calendar quarters, as well as for periods where no grant activity
occurs. Future awards and fund draw downs may be withheld if these reports
are delinquent. The final FFR is due 90 days after the end date of the
performance period. FFRs must be filed electronically through the Payment and
Reporting System (PARS).
2. Grant Close-Out Process. Within 90 days after the end of the period of
performance or after a Grant Adjustment Notices (GAN) has been issued to close
out a grant, whichever comes first, grantees must submit a final FFR and final
progress report detailing all accomplishments throughout the period of
performance. After these reports have been reviewed and approved by FEMA, a
close-out notice will be completed to close out the grant. The notice will indicate
the period of performance as closed, list any remaining funds that will be
deobligated, and address the requirement of maintaining the grant records for
three years from the date of the final FFR. The grantee is responsible for
returning any funds that have been drawn down but remain as unliquidated on
grantee financial records.
Programmatic Reporting Requirements
1. Performance Progress Report (SF-PPR). Awardees are responsible for
providing updated performance reports using the SF-PPR (OMB Control
Number: 0970-0334) on a semi-annual basis. The SF-PPR is due within 30 days
after the end of the reporting period (July 30 for the reporting period of January 1
through June 30; and January 30 for the reporting period of July 1 through
December 31). Grantees should submit the SF-PPR as an attachment to the ND
Grants system. The SF-PPR can be accessed online at
http://www.na.fs.fed.us/fap/SF-PPR_Cover%20Sheet.pdf.
Grantees will be required to report on progress towards implementing plans
described in their application.
2. Biannual Strategy Implementation Reports (BSIR). Grantees are responsible
for completing and submitting the BSIR reports. The BSIR is due within 30 days
after the end of the reporting period (July 30 for the reporting period of January 1
through June 30; and January 30 for the reporting period of July 1 through
December 31). Updated obligations and expenditure information must be
provided with the BSIR to show progress made toward meeting strategic goals
and objectives. The first BSIR is not due until at least six months after the award
notice has been received by the grantee.
3. Exercise Evaluation and Improvement. Exercises implemented with grant
funds should evaluate performance of the capabilities required to respond to the
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exercise scenario. Guidance related to exercise evaluation and the
implementation of improvements is defined in the Homeland Security Exercise
and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) located at https://hseep.dhs.gov.
4. Monitoring. Grant recipients will be monitored periodically by FEMA staff, both
programmatically and financially, to ensure that the project goals, objectives,
performance requirements, timelines, milestone completion, budgets, and other
related program criteria are being met.
Monitoring may be accomplished through either a desk-based review or on-site
monitoring visits, or both. Monitoring will involve the review and analysis of the
financial, programmatic, performance, compliance and administrative processes,
policies, activities, and other attributes of each Federal assistance award and will
identify areas where technical assistance, corrective actions and other support
may be needed.
VII.

DHS FEMA Co n ta c t In fo rm a tio n
Contact and Resource Information
This section describes several resources that may help applicants in completing a
FEMA grant application. These points of contact are also available for successful
applicants who may require assistance during execution of their award.
Financial and Administrative Information
1. Grant Programs Directorate (GPD). FEMA GPD’s Grant Operations Division
Business Office will provide fiscal support, including pre- and post-award
administration and technical assistance, to the grant programs included in this
solicitation. Callers will be directed to a point of contact who will be able to assist
with their financial or administrative question. Additional guidance and information
can be obtained by contacting the FEMA Call Center at (866) 927-5646 or via e-mail
to ASK-GMD@dhs.gov.
2. FEMA Regions. FEMA Regions may also provide fiscal support, including pre- and
post-award administration and technical assistance, to the grant programs included
in this solicitation. For a list of contacts, please go to
http://www.fema.gov/about/contact/regions.shtm.
3. GPD Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (GPD-EHP). The FEMA
GPD-EHP Team provides guidance and information to grantees and subgrantees
related to submission of materials for EHP review. All EHP Review Packets should
be sent to gpdehpinfo@fema.gov.

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Programmatic Information
1. Centralized Scheduling and Information Desk (CSID). CSID is a non-emergency
comprehensive management and information resource developed by DHS for grants
stakeholders. CSID provides general information on all FEMA grant programs and
maintains a comprehensive database containing key personnel contact information
at the Federal, State, and local levels. When necessary, grantees will be directed to
a Federal point of contact who can answer specific programmatic questions or
concerns. CSID can be reached by phone at (800) 368-6498 or by e-mail at
askcsid@fema.gov, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 p.m. EST.
Systems Information
1. Grants.gov. For technical assistance with Grants.gov, please call the Grants.gov
customer support hotline at (800) 518-4726.
2. Non Disaster (ND) Grants. For technical assistance with the ND Grants system,
please contact ndgrants@fema.gov or (800) 865-4076.
VIII.

Oth e r Critic a l In fo rm a tio n
National Incident Management System (NIMS) Implementation
In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-5, Management of
Domestic Incidents, the adoption of NIMS is a requirement to receive Federal
preparedness assistance, through grants, contracts, and other activities.
Prior to allocation of any Federal preparedness awards in FY 2012, grantee must
ensure compliance and/or alignment with FY 2011 NIMS implementation plan. The list
of objectives against which progress and achievement are assessed and reported can
be found at
http://www.fema.gov/emergency/nims/ImplementationGuidanceStakeholders.shtm#item
2.
The primary grantee/administrator of FY 2012 THSGP award funds is responsible for
determining if sub-awardees have demonstrated sufficient progress in NIMS
implementation to disburse awards.

IX.

How to Ap p ly
THSGP Investment Justification (IJ): As part of the FY 2012 THSGP application
process, applicants must develop a formal IJ that addresses each Investment being
proposed for funding. The IJ must demonstrate how proposed projects address gaps
and deficiencies in current programs and capabilities and link to one or more core
capabilities identified in the NPG. The IJ must demonstrate the ability to provide
enhancements consistent with the purpose of the program and guidance provided by
FEMA. Applicants must ensure that the IJ is consistent with all applicable requirements
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outlined in the application kit. Applicants will find additional information regarding the
THSGP IJ template, FEMA Form 089-22 (OMB Control Number: 1660-0113), in
Appendix C – FY 2012 THSGP Investment Justification (IJ) Outline.
X.

Ap p lic a tio n a n d S u b m is s io n In fo rm a tio n
Address to Request Application Package
FEMA makes all funding opportunities available on the Internet at
http://www.grants.gov. If you experience difficulties accessing information or have any
questions please call the Grants.gov customer support hotline at (800) 518-4726.
Application forms and instructions are available at Grants.gov. To access these
materials, go to http://www.grants.gov, select “Apply for Grants”, then select the CFDA
number (97.067) or the FOA number (DHS-12-GPD-067-000-01) and “Download
Application Package.” Enter the CFDA and/or the funding opportunity number located
on the cover of this announcement. Select “Download Application Package,” and then
follow the prompts to download the application package. To download the instructions,
go to “Download Application Package” and select “Instructions.”
Content and Form of Application
1. Application via Grants.gov. All applicants must file their applications using the
Administration’s common electronic “storefront” – http://www.grants.gov. Eligible
grantees must apply for funding through this portal, accessible on the Internet at
http://www.grants.gov.
The application must be started and submitted using Grants.gov after Central
Contractor Registration (CCR) is confirmed. The on-line application includes the
following required form:
•

Standard Form 424, Application for Federal Assistance

Applying for FY 2012 THSGP funds requires a two-step process. Step One: initial
submission to determine eligibility and Step Two: full application. Applicants are
encouraged to initiate Step One as soon after the FOA is published but no later than
April 27, 2012. This involves submitting a complete Standard Form 424 to
www.grants.gov. The Standard Form 424 will be retrieved by ND Grants and the
system will automatically populate the relevant data fields in the application.
Successful completion of this step is necessary for FEMA to determine eligibility of
the applicant. Late submissions to grants.gov to complete Step One could result in
applicants missing the application deadline in Step Two. Once FEMA has
determined an applicant to be eligible, applicants can proceed to Step Two which
involves submitting the full application package via the ND Grants system. The
submission deadline for the full application package is May 4, 2012.
The application must be completed and final submission made through the ND
Grants system located at https://portal.fema.gov. If you need assistance registering
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for the ND Grants system, please contact ndgrants@fema.gov or (800) 865-4076.
Applicants are encouraged to begin their ND Grants registration at the time of
solicitation to ensure they have adequate time to start and complete their application
submission. Unless otherwise referenced, the ND Grants system includes the
following required forms and submissions:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•

Standard Form 424A, Budget Information (Non-construction)
Standard Form 424B, Standard Assurances (Non-construction)
Standard Form 424C, Budget Information (Construction)
Standard Form 424D, Standard Assurances (Construction)
Standard Form LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (if the grantee has
engaged or intends to engage in lobbying activities)
Grants.gov (GG) Lobbying Form, Certification Regarding Lobbying
FEMA Form 20-16C, Certifications Regarding Lobbying; Debarment,
Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters; and Drug-Free Workplace
Requirements (available at
http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=2628)
THSGP Investment Justification (OMB Control Number: 1660-0113/FEMA
Form: 089-22) (see Appendix C– FY 2012 THSGP Investment Justification
“IJ” Outline for a description of the IJ and the IJ submission process).

The program title for the THSGP (formerly known as State Homeland Security
Program Tribal) listed in the CFDA is “Homeland Security Grant Program.” The
CFDA number is 97.067.
2. Dun and Bradstreet Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number. The
applicant must provide a DUNS number with their application. This number is a
required field within http://www.grants.gov and for CCR. Organizations should verify
that they have a DUNS number, or take the steps necessary to obtain one, as soon
as possible. Applicants can receive a DUNS number at no cost by calling the
dedicated toll-free DUNS number request line at (866) 705-5711.
3. Valid CCR. The application process also involves an updated and current
registration by the applicant, which must be confirmed at http://www.ccr.gov.
Applicants will obtain FOA Overviews and Full Announcement information from the
Grants.gov website where the full FOA is posted.
In addition, the following Telephone Device for the Deaf (TDD) and/or Federal
Information Relay Service (FIRS) number available for this Announcement is: (800)
462-7585.
Applications will be processed through the Grants.gov portal or the ND Grants system.
Hard copies of the application will not be accepted.
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AP P ENDIX A - FY 2012 THS GP P RIORITIES
Presidential Policy Directive 8: National Preparedness
Presidential Policy Directive 8: National Preparedness (PPD-8), signed on March 30,
2011, describes the Nation’s approach to preparing for the threats and hazards that
pose the greatest risk to the security of the United States. National preparedness is the
shared responsibility of our whole community. Every member contributes, including
individuals, communities, the private and nonprofit sectors, faith-based organizations,
and Federal, state, and local governments. We describe our security and resilience
posture through the core capabilities that are necessary to address risks, and we will
use an integrated, layered, and all-of-Nation approach as our foundation. We define
success as a secure and resilient Nation with the capabilities required across the whole
community to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from the
threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk.
National preparedness is the shared responsibility of all levels of government, the
private and nonprofit sectors, and individual citizens. The objective of PPD-8 is to
facilitate an integrated, all-of-Nation, risk informed, capabilities-based approach to
preparedness.
Using the core capabilities, we achieve the National Preparedness Goal (NPG) by:
•
•
•
•
•

Preventing, avoiding, or stopping a threatened or an actual act of terrorism.
Protecting our citizens, residents, visitors, and assets against the greatest
threats and hazards in a manner that allows our interests, aspirations, and
way of life to thrive.
Mitigating the loss of life and property by lessening the impact of future
disasters.
Responding quickly to save lives, protect property and the environment, and
meet basic human needs in the aftermath of a catastrophic incident.
Recovering through a focus on the timely restoration, strengthening, and
revitalization of infrastructure, housing, and a sustainable economy, as well
as the health, social, cultural, historic, and environmental fabric of
communities affected by a catastrophic incident.

The core capabilities contained in the NPG are the distinct critical elements necessary
for our success. They are highly interdependent and will require us to use existing
preparedness networks and activities, improve training and exercise programs, promote
innovation, and ensure that the administrative, finance, and logistics systems are in
place to support these capabilities. The core capabilities represent an evolution from
the Target Capabilities List (TCL). The transition from TCL to core capabilities expands
the focus to include mitigation and allows greater focus on prevention and protection
activities.

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Appendix A – FY 2012 THSGP Priorities

To support building, sustaining, and delivering these core capabilities grantees will use
elements of the National Preparedness System (NPS). The NPS is to be an integrated
set of guidance, programs, and processes that can be implemented and measured at all
levels of government, thereby enabling the Nation to achieve the Goal.
Building and Sustaining Core Capabilities
Capabilities are the means to accomplish a mission, function, or objective based on the
performance of related tasks, under specified conditions, to target levels of
performance. The most essential of these capabilities are the core capabilities
identified in the NPG. Complex and far-reaching threats and hazards require the whole
community to integrate preparedness efforts in order to build, sustain, and deliver the
core capabilities and achieve the desired outcomes identified in the NPG.
Working together, subject matter experts, government officials, and elected leaders can
develop strategies to allocate resources effectively, as well as leverage available
assistance to reduce risk. These strategies consider both how to sustain current levels
of capability and address gaps in order to achieve the NPG. Achieving the NPG will
require participation and resource support from all levels of government. Not all
capabilities can be addressed in a given funding cycle, nor can funding be expected to
flow from any one source. Officials must prioritize the achievement of capabilities to
most effectively ensure security and resilience while understanding the effects of not
addressing identified gaps. Building and sustaining capabilities will include a
combination of organizational resources, equipment, training, and education. Grants
and technical assistance may also be available to support building and sustaining
capabilities. Consideration must also be given to finding, connecting to, and
strengthening community resources by leveraging the expertise and capacity of
individuals, communities, private and nonprofit sectors, faith-based organizations, and
all levels of government. Jurisdictions may also choose to use mutual aid agreements
to fill gaps or work with partners to develop regional capabilities. Ultimately, a
jurisdiction may need to rely on other levels of government to address a gap in
capability. This expectation should be communicated well before the time arises when
the capabilities are most urgently needed.
As these issues are considered in light of the eligible activities, an effective risk
assessment must guide jurisdictions’ efforts. This risk picture will cover the range of
threats and hazards, from those a community faces daily to those infrequent events that
would stress the core capabilities of a jurisdiction. Coupled with the desired outcomes
established by a community, this combined perspective is crucial to enabling all levels
of government to effectively estimate the level of capabilities required to address its
risks.
Files and information on PPD-8 can be found at http://www.fema.gov/ppd8.
The President’s FY 2013 budget has proposed substantial changes to DHS grant
programs. FY 2012 grant programs will prepare grantees for the transition to new
requirements in FY 2013 in the following ways:
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•
•
•

Begin the process of transitioning from separate preparedness grant programs in
FY 2011 to a more streamlined model within the construct of the FY 2012
appropriations
Continue the transition to address the core capabilities outlined in the NPG
Implement a two year period of performance with very limited extensions

Grantees are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the grant proposals in the
President’s FY 2013 budget.
FY 2012 THSGP and Alignment to PPD-8
The FY 2012 THSGP plays an important role in the implementation of PPD-8 by
supporting the development and sustainment of core capabilities. Core capabilities are
essential for the execution of each of the five mission areas outlined in the NPG. The
development and sustainment of these core capabilities are not exclusive to any single
level of government or organization, but rather require the combined effort of the whole
community. The FY 2012 THSGP supports all core capabilities in the Prevention,
Protection, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery mission areas based on allowable
costs.
Priority for FY 2012
Advancing “Whole Community” Approach to Security and Emergency Management.
Advancing “Whole Community” Security and Emergency Management provides a
critical approach to implement PPD-8. Communities are challenged to develop
collective, local abilities to withstand the potential impacts of natural disasters and
terrorist, respond quickly, and recover in a way that sustains or improves the
community’s overall well-being. Achieving this collective capacity calls for innovative
approaches across the community, including emergency management, to build up
existing practices, institutions, and organizations that help make local communities
successful, and that can leverage this infrastructure if and when an incident occurs. For
more information on the “Whole Community Approach to Emergency Management” see
http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=4941.
A comprehensive tribal emergency management system must engage stakeholders at
all levels. Local emergency management organizations should remain informed and
have the opportunity to provide input to tribal planning processes. Although FEMA
expects tribes to include support for their local entities in THSGP, each Tribal Council is
responsible for determining the appropriate amount of funding to be passed through to
support the development or enhancement of local emergency management
performance capabilities. In support of engaging stakeholders at all levels, THSGP
funds may be sub granted to nongovernmental emergency management stakeholder
entities such as nonprofits, public and private universities, hospitals, or faith-based
entities.

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APPENDIX B - FUNDING GUIDELINES
THSGP grant recipients and sub-recipients may only use THSGP grant funds for the
purpose set forth in the grant, and those uses must be consistent with the statutory
authority for the award. Grant funds may not be used for matching funds for other
Federal grants/cooperative agreements, lobbying, or intervention in Federal regulatory
or adjudicatory proceedings. In addition, Federal funds may not be used to sue the
Federal government or any other government entity.
Pre-award costs are allowable only with the written consent of DHS and if they are
included in the award agreement.
Federal employees are prohibited from serving in any capacity (paid or unpaid) on any
proposal submitted under this program. Federal employees may not receive funds
under this award.
In administering the FY 2012 THSGP grant award, the tribe must comply with the
following general requirements:
1. THSGP Priorities. FY 2012 THSGP aligns to all mission areas outlined in the
NPG. Applicants must align proposed funding to at least one or more NPG core
capabilities within the IJ Template.
2. Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention. Per the 9/11 Act, tribal grantees are
required to ensure that at least 25 percent (25%) of THSGP award funds are
dedicated towards law enforcement terrorism prevention-oriented planning,
organization, training, exercise, and equipment activities.
3. Management and Administration (M&A) Limits. A maximum of up to five
percent (5%) of funds awarded may be retained by the tribal grantee, and any
funds retained are to be used solely for management and administration
purposes associated with the THSGP award.
4. Allowable Costs. The following pages outline global allowable costs guidance
applicable to THSGP.
Allowable activities made in support of the THSGP priorities as well as other capabilityenhancing projects must fall into the categories of planning, organization, equipment,
training, or exercises. Additional detail about each of these allowable expense
categories, as well as sections on additional activities including explicitly unallowable
costs is provided. In general, grantees should consult their FEMA Headquarters
Program Analyst prior to implementing any Investment to ensure that it clearly meets
the allowable expense criteria established by the guidance.

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Planning Activities
Planning efforts can include the prioritizing of needs, building capabilities, updating
preparedness strategies, allocating resources, and delivering preparedness programs
across disciplines (e.g., law enforcement, fire, EMS, health care systems, public health,
behavioral health, public works, rural water associations, agriculture, information
technology, and the general public, including people with disabilities) and levels of
government. Planning provides a methodical way to engage the whole community in
thinking through the life cycle of potential crises, determining required capabilities, and
establishing a framework for roles and responsibilities. Planning must include
participation from all stakeholders in the community who are able to contribute critical
perspectives and may have a role in executing the plan. Planning should be flexible
enough to address incidents of varying types and magnitudes.
Planning activities should focus on the five mission areas outlined in the NPG:
prevention, protection, mitigation, response, and recovery. All jurisdictions are
encouraged to work through Citizen Corps Councils, nongovernmental entities, and the
general public in planning activities. Tribes are encouraged to include disciplines
responsible for the health, safety, education, and care of infants and children and those
responsible for integrating the accessibility and functional needs of children and adults
with disabilities. Grantees must use the CPG 101v.2: Developing and Maintaining
State, Territorial, Tribal, and Local Government Emergency Plans in order to develop
robust and effective plans. For additional information, please see
http://www.fema.gov/pdf/about/divisions/npd/CPG_101_V2.pdf.
The National Disaster Recovery Framework (NDRF) provides an overarching
interagency coordination structure for the recovery phase for Stafford Act incidents and
significant non-Stafford Act incidents. The NDRF is a guide that promotes effective
recovery and is a tool that can be used to efficiently direct pre-disaster recovery
planning activities. For more information on the NDRF see
http://www.fema.gov/pdf/recoveryframework/ndrf.pdf.
Organization Activities
Section 2008 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, as amended by the 9/11 Act,
allows the use of grant funds for the following activities:
•
•

Paying salaries and benefits for personnel to serve as qualified intelligence
analysts
Utilization of standardized resource management concepts such as typing,
inventorying, organizing, and tracking to facilitate the dispatch, deployment, and
recovery of resources before, during, and after an incident

Equipment Activities
The 21 allowable prevention, protection, response, and recovery equipment categories
and equipment standards for FY 2012 THSGP are listed on the web-based version of
the Authorized Equipment List (AEL) on the Responder Knowledge Base (RKB), at
https://www.rkb.us. Unless otherwise stated, equipment must meet all mandatory
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regulatory and/or DHS-adopted standards to be eligible for purchase using these funds.
In addition, agencies will be responsible for obtaining and maintaining all necessary
certifications and licenses for the requested equipment.
Grantees (including sub-grantees) that are using FY 2012 THSGP funds to support
emergency communications activities should comply with the FY 2011 SAFECOM
Guidance for Emergency Communication Grants, including provisions on technical
standards that ensure and enhance interoperable communications. Emergency
communications activities include the purchase of Interoperable Communications
Equipment and technologies such as voice-over-internet protocol bridging or gateway
devices, or equipment to support the build out of wireless broadband networks in the
700 MHz public safety band under the Federal Communications Commission Waiver
Order. SAFECOM guidance can be found at http://www.safecomprogram.gov.
Training Activities
Tribes are strongly encouraged to use THSGP funds to develop or enhance a tribal
homeland security training program. Allowable training-related costs under THSGP
include the establishment, support, conduct, and attendance of training specifically
identified under THSGP and/or in conjunction with emergency preparedness training by
other Federal agencies (e.g., HHS, DOT). All training procured under THSGP must be
in support of the development or maintenance of an identified team or capability
described and typed under the NIMS where such typing guidance exists as published
by FEMA.
Training conducted using THSGP funds should address a performance gap identified
through an After Action Report/Improvement Plan (AAR/IP) or contribute to building a
capability that will be evaluated through an exercise. Exercises should be used to
provide the opportunity to demonstrate and validate skills learned in training, as well as
to identify training gaps. Any training or training gaps, including those for children and
individuals with disabilities or access and functional needs, should be identified in the
AAR/IP. All training and exercises conducted with THSGP funds should support the
development and testing of the jurisdiction’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) or
specific annexes, consistent with the priorities in PPD-8.
Exercise Activities
All exercises using THSGP funding must be NIMS compliant. More information is
available online at the NIMS Resource Center,
http://www.fema.gov/emergency/nims/index.shtm.
Grantees must develop After Action Report/Improvement Plans (AAR/IPs) following the
completion of exercises funded under this program; the use of HSEEP is strongly
encouraged. AAR/IPs are to be submitted to hseep@dhs.gov. Please ensure the
documents are encrypted (password-protected) and the password is also sent to
hseep@dhs.gov via a separate email.

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Personnel Activities
Personnel hiring, overtime, and backfill expenses are permitted under this grant in order
to perform allowable FY 2012 THSGP planning, training, exercise, and equipment
activities.
A personnel cap of up to 50 percent (50%) of total THSGP funds may be used for
personnel activities as directed by the Personnel Reimbursement for Intelligence
Cooperation and Enhancement (PRICE) of Homeland Security Act (Public Law 110412). For further details, THSGP grantees should refer to Information Bulletin (IB) 358
(http://www.fema.gov/pdf/government/grant/bulletins/info358.pdf) or contact their FEMA
Headquarters Program Analyst.
FY 2012 THSGP funds may not be used to support the hiring of any personnel for the
purposes of fulfilling traditional public safety duties or to supplant traditional public
safety positions and responsibilities.
Construction and Renovation
Project construction using THSGP funds may not exceed the greater of $1,000,000 or
15 percent (15%) of the grant award. For the purposes of the limitations on funding
levels, communications towers are not considered construction.
Written approval must be provided by FEMA prior to the use of any THSGP funds for
construction or renovation. When applying for construction funds, including
communications towers, at the time of application, grantees are highly encouraged to
submit evidence of approved zoning ordinances, architectural plans, any other locally
required planning permits and documents, and to have completed as many steps as
possible for a successful EHP review in support of their proposal for funding (e.g.,
completing the Federal Communications Commission’s [FCC’s] Section 106 review
process for tower construction projects; coordination with their State Historic
Preservation Office to identify potential historic preservation issues and to discuss the
potential for project effects). Projects for which the grantee believes an Environmental
Assessment (EA) may be needed, as defined in 44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
10.8 and 10.9, must also be identified to the FEMA Program Analyst within six (6)
months of the award and completed EHP review packets must be submitted no later
than 12 months before the end of the period of performance. EHP review packets
should be sent to gpdehpinfo@fema.gov.
FEMA is legally required to consider the potential impacts of all THSGP projects on
environmental resources and historic properties. Grantees must comply with all
applicable environmental planning and historic preservation (EHP) laws, regulations,
and Executive Orders (EOs) in order to draw down their FY 2012 THSGP grant funds.
To avoid unnecessary delays in starting a project, grantees are encouraged to pay
close attention to the reporting requirements for an EHP review. For more information
on FEMA’s EHP requirements, SAAs should refer to IBs 329 and 345
(http://www.fema.gov/government/grant/bulletins/index.shtm).

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FY 2012 THSGP grantees using funds for construction projects must comply with the
Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 3141 et seq.). Grant recipients must ensure that their
contractors or subcontractors for construction projects pay workers employed directly at
the work-site no less than the prevailing wages and fringe benefits paid on projects of a
similar character. Additional information, including Department of Labor wage
determinations, is available from the following website
http://www.dol.gov/compliance/laws/comp-dbra.htm.
Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Activities Allowable Costs
Consistent with the 9/11 Act, grantees are required to ensure that at least 25 percent
(25%) of THSGP allocated funds are dedicated towards law enforcement terrorism
prevention planning, organization, training, exercise, and equipment activities (LETPA)
linked to one or more core capabilities in the five mission areas contained within the
NPG. The following activities are eligible for use of LETPA focused funds:
•
•
•
•

•
•

•

•

Maturation and enhancement of recognized state and major urban area fusion
centers, including training and professional development for intelligence
analysts;
Supporting the implementation of activities associated with the Western
Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), including the issuance of WHTI-compliant
tribal identification cards
Implementation and maintenance of the Nationwide SAR Initiative (NSI),
including training for front line personnel on identifying and reporting suspicious
activities;
Implementation of the “If You See Something, Say Something™” campaign to
raise public awareness of indicators of terrorism and violent crime and
associated efforts to increase the sharing of information with public and private
sector partners, including nonprofit organizations
Increase the sharing of information with public and private sector partners,
including nonprofit organizations;
Training for countering violent extremism; development, implementation, and/or
expansion of programs to engage communities that may be targeted by violent
extremist radicalization; and the development and implementation of projects to
partner with local communities to prevent radicalization to violence, in
accordance with the Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP) to the National Strategy
on Empowering Local Partners to Prevent Violent Extremism in the United
States;
Law enforcement personnel costs resulting from other prevention or threat
mitigation related operational activities in response to a specific threat (i.e. a
National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) alert) or incident. This includes
support for increasing physical security, via law enforcement personnel and
other protective measures, and implementing measures related to at-risk
nonprofit organizations; and
Increase physical security, via law enforcement personnel and other protective
measures by implementing preventive and protective measures related to at-risk
nonprofit organizations.
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Other Allowable Costs – Maintenance and Sustainment
The use of FEMA preparedness grant funds for maintenance contracts, warranties,
repair or replacement costs, upgrades, and user fees are allowable under all active and
future grant awards, unless otherwise noted.
FY 2012 grant funds are intended to support the NPG and fund projects that build and
sustain the capabilities necessary to prevent, protect against, mitigate the effects of,
respond to, and recover from those threats that pose the greatest risk to the security of
the Nation. In order to provide grantees the ability to meet this objective, the policy set
forth in GPD’s IB 336 (Maintenance and Sustainment) has been expanded to allow for
the support of equipment that has previously been purchased with both Federal grant
and non-Federal grant funding. The eligible costs for maintenance and sustainment
however needs to be an otherwise allowable expenditure under the applicable grant
programs, and be tied to one of the core capabilities in the five mission areas contained
within the NPG.
Grantees must comply with all the requirements in 44 CFR Part 13 and 2 CFR Part 215.
Other Allowable Costs – Critical Emergency Supplies
In furtherance of DHS’s mission, critical emergency supplies, such as shelf stable food
products, water, and basic medical supplies are an allowable expense under THSGP.
Prior to allocating grant funding for stockpiling purposes, each tribe must have FEMA’s
approval of a viable inventory management plan, an effective distribution strategy,
sustainment costs for such an effort, and logistics expertise to avoid situations where
funds are wasted because supplies are rendered ineffective due to lack of planning.
The inventory management plan and distribution strategy, to include sustainment costs,
will be developed and monitored by FEMA GPD with the assistance of the FEMA
Logistics Management Directorate (LMD). GPD will coordinate with LMD and the
respective FEMA Region to provide program oversight and technical assistance as it
relates to the purchase of critical emergency supplies under THSGP. GPD and LMD
will establish guidelines and requirements for the purchase of these supplies under
THSGP and monitor development and status of the tribe’s inventory management plan
and distribution strategy. Linkages between specific projects undertaken with THSGP
funds and strategic goals and objectives will be highlighted through regular required
reporting mechanisms, including the BSIR.
Other Allowable Costs - Secure Identification
In addition to the expenditures outlined above, THSGP funds may be used to support
the development and production of enhanced tribal documents (e.g., Enhanced Tribal
Cards [ETCs]) designed to meet the requirements of the WHTI. More information on
the WHTI may be found at http://www.dhs.gov/files/programs/gc_1200693579776.shtm
and http://www.getyouhome.gov/html/eng_map.html.
When completing the IJ Template, please refer to
http://www.fema.gov/prepared/ppd8.shtm for a list of the core capabilities that best fit
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the proposed activities and costs. If you need further assistance in determining the core
capabilities that fit your proposed WHTI project, please contact the CSID by phone at
(800) 368-6498 or by e-mail at askcsid@fema.gov, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. –
5:30 p.m. EST.

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AP P ENDIX C - FY 2012 THS GP INVES TMENT J US TIFICATION (IJ )
O UTLINE
Tribes should use the 2003 Excel-based THSGP IJ Template (OMB Control Number:
1660-0113) for their FY 2012 THSGP application submission. If using a more recent
version of Excel (e.g., Excel 2007) applicants should save the final version of the IJ in
the Excel 2003 format before submitting. The THSGP IJ Template can be found at
http://www.fema.gov/grants or http://www.grants.gov.
When applying for THSGP funding, it is recommended that tribes use the name of the
tribe as listed in the Federal Register, which can be found at
http://www.bia.gov/idc/groups/xraca/documents/text/idc011463.pdf. Applicants can also
contact the CSID to confirm the tribe name as listed in the Federal Register.
Additional tips and helpful hints on how to complete the IJ Template can also be found
in the FY 2012 THSGP Reference Guide at http://www.fema.gov/grants.
After the THSGP IJ Template has been completed in Excel, please upload the IJ
Template as an attachment with the other required application materials (see Section X
within the full FOA) to http://www.grants.gov no later than 11:59 p.m. EDT May 4, 2012.

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FY 2012 THSGP Investment Justification Outline
Question
I. Background (N/S)
I.A Provide the Tribe name
I.B Provide the Investment name:
I.C Provide a baseline understanding of the spectrum of terrorism and natural
hazard risks and demographics that the Tribe faces and influenced the
development of this Investment Justification (IJ).
II. Overview (25% )
II.A Identify the Investment as:
If ongoing, describe the Investment’s current state and what will be
accomplished prior to the application of FY 2012 funds.
Please note, if this Investment is marked “New”, please move to question
II.B.
II.B Identify if this Investment focuses on building new capabilities or the
sustainment of existing capabilities
II.C Provide a description of this Investment, including the planning, organization,
equipment, training, and/or exercises that will be involved.

III. Baseline (25% )
III.A Identify the goals and objectives that will be supported by this Investment.
Please note, this should be linked to the all-hazards risks identified in I.C.

III.B

III.C

Describe existing capability levels that address the identified
goals/objectives and what will be in place to support the Investment prior to
the use of FY 2012 funds.
Explain the capability gap(s) that this Investment is intended to address.
Please note, this should be linked to the all-hazards risks identified in I.C.

Response

Scoring Criteria

Short title (100 char. max.)
Short title (100 char. max.)
N/S

Narrative
(2,500 char. max.)
New, Ongoing
Narrative
(1500 char. max.)

N/S

Building, Sustainment

Narrative
(1500 char. max.)

The response provides a
detailed description and clear
understanding of various
activities that will be supported
by this Investment.

Narrative
(1500 char. max.)

N/S

Narrative
(1500 char. max.)
Narrative
(1500 char. max.)

The response provides a clear
understanding of existing
capability levels and what
capability gap(s) the Investment
will address.

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Question
IV. Project Management and Milestones (25% )
IV.A Provide the proposed FY 2012 THSGP funding amount for this Investment.
IV.B Identify the amount and percentage of funding that will be dedicated to
Management and Administration (M&A) expenditures.
Please note, M&A cannot exceed five percent (5%)of the total award
amount.
IV.C Identify the National Preparedness Goal (NPG) core capabilities that are
supported by this Investment. For each of the selected NPG core
capabilities, provide the proposed funding amount to be obligated from this
Investment.
IV.D Provide the proposed funding amount to be obligated from this Investment
towards the primary Planning, Organization, Equipment, Training, and
Exercises (POETE) Solution Area.
IV.E Each grantee must submit a detailed budget narrative, in addition to SF424A, explaining related costs and expenses as a part of the application.
This budget narrative should be detailed and should serve to: (1) explain
how the costs were estimated, and (2) justify the needs for the costs incurred
to the measurable achievement outcomes as stated in the Investment
Justification.
IV.F Identify up to ten projects/activities, with start and end dates, which will be
implemented over the 24 month period of performance (October 1, 2012 September 30, 2014). Provide the following information:
- Project Name
- Funding Amount
- Project Management Process
- Start Month/Year
- End Month/Year
IV.G Does this Investment require new construction or renovation, retrofitting, or
modification of existing structures?
V. Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Activities (LETPA) (N/S)
V.A If applicable, provide the proposed funding amount that is expected to be
obligated towards Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Activities
(LETPA).
Please note, at least 25 percent (25%) of the total amount awarded to
recipient must be dedicated towards LETPA.
VI. Accomplishments and Impact (25% )
VI.A Describe the outcomes that will be achieved as a result of this Investment.
The outcomes should demonstrate improvements towards building
capabilities described in Section III, Baseline.

VI.B Identify the mission areas that are supported by this Investment:

Response

Scoring Criteria

Amount

N/S

Amount/Percentage

N/S

Select all that apply and
Amount
Planning, Organization,
Equipment, Training,
Exercise

Narrative
(1500 char. max.)

Short title (100 char. max.)
Amount
Initiate, Plan, Execute,
Control, Close Out
Month/Year
Month/Year

The response provides a clear
demonstration and a
comprehensive understanding
of how the Investment supports
identified National
Preparedness Goal core
capabilities and primary
POETE Solution Area.
The response provides a clear
explanation of how the funds will
be utilized and demonstrates
the need to achieve the
outcomes.

The response also provides a
clear description of
projects/activities that will
demonstrate progress towards
achieving the Investment.

No/Yes

N/S

Amount

N/S

Narrative
(1500 char. max.)

The response provides a clear
description of how the
outcomes will be achieved
during the FY 2012 THSGP
period of performance. The
response also describes how
accomplishments will bridge
capability gap(s) outlined in
Section III, Baseline.

Select all that apply

N/S

N/S: Not Scored

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