This grant is for the purpose of strengthening the nation’s nuclear forensics capabilities and ensuring a robust workforce. It aims to establish a stable foundation for the development and maintenance of experts crucial for homeland security. The program specifically supports academic pathways from undergraduate to post-doctoral levels in key disciplines such as radiochemistry, geochemistry, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, materials science, and analytical chemistry. Furthermore, it seeks to cultivate a diverse and highly talented cadre of new and emerging forensics experts, thereby addressing critical expertise gaps within the vital field of nuclear forensics to safeguard national security.
Opportunity ID: 137353
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 2012-NF-130-00001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | National Nuclear Forensics Expertise Development Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 97.130 — National Nuclear Forensics Expertise Development Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 10, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 11, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 25, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $2,500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | -For-profit organizations other than small businesses -Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) IRS status, other than institution of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Procurement Operations – Grants Division |
| Description: | The objectives of this program are: (1) to provide a stable foundation from which to develop and maintain the nuclear forensics workforce; (2) to provide a academic pathway from undergraduate to post-doctorate study in disciplines directly relevant to nuclear forensics, including radiochemistry, geochemistry, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, materials science, and analytical chemistry; and (3) to increase a diverse and highly talented cadre of new and emerging forensics experts who will fill specific expertise gaps in the area of nuclear forensics, an important homeland security mission. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Janet Bailey, Grants Officer
202-447-0362 Janet.Bailey@dhs.gov Email:Janet.Bailey@dhs.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Update CFDA Number | Jan 11, 2012 | |
| Jan 11, 2012 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 2012-NF-130-00001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | National Nuclear Forensics Expertise Development Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 97.130 — National Nuclear Forensics Expertise Development Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 10, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 11, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 25, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $2,500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | -For-profit organizations other than small businesses -Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) IRS status, other than institution of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Procurement Operations – Grants Division |
| Description: | The objectives of this program are: (1) to provide a stable foundation from which to develop and maintain the nuclear forensics workforce; (2) to provide a academic pathway from undergraduate to post-doctorate study in disciplines directly relevant to nuclear forensics, including radiochemistry, geochemistry, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, materials science, and analytical chemistry; and (3) to increase a diverse and highly talented cadre of new and emerging forensics experts who will fill specific expertise gaps in the area of nuclear forensics, an important homeland security mission. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Janet Bailey, Grants Officer
202-447-0362 Janet.Bailey@dhs.gov Email:Janet.Bailey@dhs.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 2012-NF-130-00001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | National Nuclear Forensics Expertise Development Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | — |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 11, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 25, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $2,500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | -For-profit organizations other than small businesses -Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) IRS status, other than institution of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Procurement Operations – Grants Division |
| Description: | The objectives of this program are: (1) to provide a stable foundation from which to develop and maintain the nuclear forensics workforce; (2) to provide a academic pathway from undergraduate to post-doctorate study in disciplines directly relevant to nuclear forensics, including radiochemistry, geochemistry, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, materials science, and analytical chemistry; and (3) to increase a diverse and highly talented cadre of new and emerging forensics experts who will fill specific expertise gaps in the area of nuclear forensics, an important homeland security mission. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Janet Bailey, Grants Officer
202-447-0362 Janet.Bailey@dhs.gov Email:Janet.Bailey@dhs.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 137353 Full Announcement-3 -> nnfedp fy 2012 foa.pdf
Folder 137353 Full Announcement-4 -> tab f – financial assistance award standard terms and conditions.pdf
Folder 137353 Other Supporting Documents-FAQ 1 -> nnfedp foa_faq_25jan2012.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Janet Bailey, Grants Officer 202-447-0362 Janet.Bailey@dhs.gov Email: Janet.Bailey@dhs.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PKG00091130 | Jan 10, 2012 | Feb 24, 2012 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
137353 RR_SF424-1.1.pdf
137353 RR_Budget-1.1.pdf
137353 RR_OtherProjectInfo-1.1.pdf
137353 RR_PerformanceSite-1.1.pdf
137353 RRSF424_SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
137353 RR_KeyPersonExpanded-1.1.pdf
137353 RR_SubawardBudget-1.2.pdf