[Federal Register Volume 62, Number 104 (Friday, May 30, 1997)]
[Notices]
[Pages 29362-29364]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 97-14150]
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Indian Health Service
[0917-ZA03]
Indian Women's Health Demonstration Program for American Indians/
Alaska Natives
agency: Indian Health Service, HHS.
action: Notice availability of funds for Competitive Grants for Indian
Women's Health Demonstration Program for American Indians/Alaska
Natives.
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summary: The Indian Health Service (IHS) announces that approximately
$800,000 is available for support of competitive grants for
approximately six to then demonstration projects to Tribal, Urban and
non-profit Indian organizations for Indian Women's Health Demonstration
Program for American Indians/Alaska Natives established under the
authority of Section 301(a) of the Public Health Service Act, as
amended. There will be only one funding cycle during fiscal year (FY)
1997 (see Fund Availability and Period of Support). This program is
described at 93.933 in the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance.
Executive Order 12372 requiring intergovernmental review is not
applicable to this program. The Public Health Service (PHS) is
committed to achieving the health promotion and disease prevention
objectives of Health People 2000. Healthy People 2000, the full report,
is currently out of print. You may obtain the objectives from the
latest Healthy People 2000 Review. A copy may be obtained by calling
the National Center for Health Statistics, telephone (301) 443-8500.
Smoke Free Workplace: The PHS strongly encourages all grant
recipients to provide a smoke-free workplace and promote the non-use of
all tobacco products. This is consistent with the PHS mission to
protect and advance the physical and mental health of the American
people.
Due Date: An original and two (2) copies of the completed grant
application must be submitted, with all required documentation, to the
Grants Management Branch, Division of Acquisition and Grants
Management, Twinbrook Metro Plaza-Suite 100, 12300 Twinbrook Parkway,
Rockville, MD 20852, by close of business July 7, 1997.
Applications shall be considered as meeting the deadline if they
are either: (1) received on or before the deadline with hand carried
applications received by close of business 5:00 p.m.; or (2) postmarked
on or before the deadline date and received in time to be reviewed
along with all other timely applications. A legibly dated receipt from
a commercial carrier or the U.S. Postal Service will be accepted as
proof of timely mailing. Private metered postmarks will not be accepted
as proof of timely mailing. Applications received after the announced
closing date will be returned to the applicant and will not be
considered for funding.
Additional Dates:
A. Applications Review Date: July 28-29, 1997.
B. Applicants Notified of Results (approved, approved unfunded, or
disapproved): September 1, 1997.
C. Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 1997.
Contacts for Assistance: For program information, contact Ms. F.
Louise Kiger, Chief, Principal Nursing Consultant, Office of Public
Health, Indian Health Service, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857,
(301) 443-1840 or Ms. Carolyn Lofgren, Management Analyst/External
Program Liaison, Office of Health Programs, Indian Health Service,
Headquarters West, 5300 Homestead Road, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110,
(505) 248-4239.
For grant application and business management information, contact
Mrs. M. Kay Carpentier, Grants Management Officer, Grants Management
Branch, Division of Acquisition and Grants Management, Indian Health
Service, Twinbrook Metro Plaza-Suite 100, 12300 Twinbrook Parkway,
Rockville, MD 20852, (301) 443-5204. (The telephone numbers are not
toll-free numbers.)
Supplementary Information: This announcement provides information on
the general program purpose, eligibility and documentation
requirements, programmatic activities, funding availability and period
of support, and application procedures.
General Program Goals: The goal of this program is to establish
and/or improve American Indian/Alaska Native women's health services.
Funded programs will be community based and culturally appropriate with
measurable outcomes related to the following: (1) increase access to
health promotion; (2) promote disease prevention activities; (3)
improve existing research data; and (4) foster advocacy in policy
appropriate to meet Healthy People 2000 objectives.
Eligibility and Documentation Requirements: Any federally
recognized Indian tribe, Indian tribal organization or non-profit
organizations--501(c)(3) serving primarily American Indians and Alaska
Natives is eligible to apply for a demonstration grant from the IHS
under this announcement.
Documentation of Support:
1. Tribal Resolutions.
(a) A resolution of the Indian tribe or Indian tribal organization
supporting this specific program must accompany the application
submission.
(b) Applications which propose services which will benefit more
than one Indian tribe must include resolutions from all affected tribes
to be served.
(c) Applications by tribal organizations will not require
resolution(s) if the current tribal resolution(s) under which they
operate would encompass the proposed grant activities. A statement of
proof or a copy of the current operational resolution must accompany
the application.
(d) If a resolution or a statement is not submitted, the
application will be considered incomplete and will be returned without
consideration.
2. Non-Profit organizations must submit a copy of the 501(c)(3)
Certificate.
3. Letters of Cooperation/Collaboration/Assistance.
(a) Letters included in the application should be specific to this
program.
(b) If other related human services programs are to be involved in
the program, letters confirming the nature and extent of their
cooperation/collaboration/assistance must be submitted.
Programmatic Activities: A grant awarded under this announcement
shall establish demonstration programs for improving and enhancing the
health services for American Indian/Alaska Native women. The program
shall expand on existing services or programs or build new capacity
through activities that integrate or promote collaboration
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among existing services. The four identified focus areas are health
promotion, disease prevention, data/research improvement and policy
advocacy appropriate to meet Healthy People 2000 objectives. Specific
health priorities within these focus areas are cardiovascular disease,
cervical, ovarian and breast cancer, gestational diabetes, maternal
health, alcohol and substance abuse, unintentional injuries, violence,
smoking, sexually transmitted diseases and mental health.
Program objectives should be measureable using objective criteria
and should focus on one or more of the following:
1. Establish or expand health risk reduction programs.
2. Increase access to and acceptance of existing preventative/
primary health service.
3. Increase the awareness of and need for research/data
improvements relative to American Indian/Alaska Native women's health
status.
4. Promote networking and collaborating among existing providers of
health services for American Indian/Alaska Native women.
Creative and innovative ideas to enhance service coordination is
encouraged.
Fund Availability and Period of Support: In FY 1997, it is
anticipated that approximately $800,000 will be available to support
six to ten projects at approximately $80,000 each (amounts include
direct and indirect costs). The programs may be funded annually for up
to five years in annual budget periods depending upon the defined scope
of work. Funding levels beyond the first year will be based upon the
availability of appropriations in future years, the continuing need of
IHS for the programs, and satisfactory program performance. The
anticipated start date will be September 1, 1997.
The Indian Women's Health Demonstration Grant Application Kit: An
IHS Grant Application Kit, including form PHS 5161-1 (rev. 7/92), may
be obtained from the Grants Management Branch, Division of Acquisition
and Grants Management, Twinbrook Metro Plaza-Suite 100, 12300 Twinbrook
Parkway, Rockville, MD 20852, telephone (301) 443-5204.
Factors for Consideration in Preparing the Application:
1. Following the outline provided in the announcement will guide
the writing of the application and facilitate the reviewers in locating
required information.
2. Projects should demonstrate coordination with other agencies and
organizations within an without the community who serve the targeted
population.
3. Indian cultural aspects may be considered in program design.
Grant Application Requirements: All applications must be single-
spaced, typewritten, and consecutively numbered pages using black type
not smaller than 12 characters per one inch, with conventional one inch
border margins, on only one side of standard size 8\1/2\ x 11 paper
that can be photocopied. The application Narrative (not including the
Appendix) must not exceed 10 typed pages. An additional page may be
used for each additional year of funding requested. Exclusions from the
10 page limit are the Abstract, Tribal Resolution(s), 501(c)(3) Non-
Profit Certificates, Letters of Documentation or Support, Standard
Forms, Table of Contents, and the Appendix. All applications must
include the following in the order presented:
Tribal Resolution(s), or 501(c)(3) Certificate, and
Letters of Documentation or Support.
Standard Form 424, Application for Federal Assistance.
Standard Form 424A, Budget Information--Non-Construction
Programs (pages 1 and 2).
Standard Form 424B, Assurance--Non-Construction Programs
(front and back).
Checklist (pages 23-24) Note: Each standard form and the
checklist is contained in the PHS Grant Application, Form PHS 5161-1
(OMB #0937-0189; expires 07/31/98).
A Project Abstract (may not exceed 1 typewritten page)
should present a summary view of ``who-what-when-where-how-cost'' to
determine acceptability for review.
A table of contents to correspond with numbered pages.
Project Narrative (10 pages):
1. Introduction and Need for Assistance.
2. Project Objective(s), Approach, and Results & Benefits.
3. Project Evaluation.
4. Organizational Capabilities and Qualifications.
5. Budget.
Appendix to include:
Resumes of key staff;
Position Descriptions for key staff;
Organizational Chart;
Documentation of current certified financial management
systems;
Copy of current negotiated indirect cost rate agreement;
A map of the area of benefit from the project; and
Application Receipt Card, PHS-3038-1, Rev. 5-90.
A. Narrative
The narrative section of the application must include the
following: (1) justification for need for assistance; (2) work plan,
program objectives, approach, expected results and evaluation process,
(3) adequacy of management controls, and (4) key personnel. The work
plan section should be project specific. These instructions for the
preparation of the narrative are to be used in lieu of the instructions
on page 19-20 of the PHS 5161-1. The narrative section should be
written in a manner that is clear to outside reviewers unfamiliar with
prior related activities of the applicant. It should be well organized,
succinct, and contain all information necessary for reviewers to
understand the project fully. The Narrative may not exceed TEN single-
spaced pages in length, excluding attachments, budget, and tribal
resolutions/non-profit 501(c)(3) certificates/letters of documentation
or support. (Pages must be numbered).
1. Need for Assistance
(a) Describe and define the target population at the program
location (e.g. identify information sources).
(b) Describe in detail the needs of the target population and what
efforts have been made in the past to meet these needs, if any.
2. Work Plan
(a) Program Objectives:
1. State concisely the objectives of the project.
2. Describe briefly what the program intends to accomplish.
3. Describe how accomplishment of the objectives will be evaluated
or measured.
(b) Approach:
1. Describe the tasks and resources needed to implement and
complete this program.
2. Provide a task time line (milestones) breakdown or chart.
(c) Describe the Expected Results (outcomes):
(d) Program Evaluation:
1. Describe methods for evaluating program activities, success in
achieving objectives, acceptance among the targeted population, and
workload accomplishments.
2. Identify who will conduct the evaluation of the projected
outcomes and when the evaluation is to be completed.
3. Identify the cost of the evaluation (whether internal or
external).
(e) Program Continuance: Discuss how the program services will be
continued after the grant expires.
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(f) Experience Sharing: Indicate the program's willingness to share
its program experience with IHS Areas, urban programs, tribes and
tribal organizations.
3. Adequacy of Management Controls
(a) Describe where the program will be housed, i.e., facilities and
equipment available.
(b) Describe the management controls of the grantee over the
directions and acceptability of work to be performed. Discuss personnel
and financial systems in use and changes planned for this grant.
(c) Applicant must demonstrate that the organization has adequate
systems and expertise to manage Federal funds. Also, include a letter
from the accounting firm describing results of the most recent
organization-wide audit.
4. Key Personnel
(a) Provide a biographical sketch (qualifications) and position
descriptions for the program director and other key personnel as
described on pages 20-21 of PHS 5161-1. Identify existing personnel and
new program staff to be hired.
(b) Provide an organizational chart and indicate how the project
will operate within the organization. Describe how this program will
interface with other existing available resources.
(c) List the qualifications and experience of consultants or
contractors where their use is anticipated. Identify who will determine
if the work of a contractor is acceptable.
B. Budget
1. An itemized estimate of costs and justification for the proposed
program by line item must be provided on form SF 424A of the PHS 5161-1
Application Kit.
2. A narrative justification must be submitted for all costs.
Indicate needs by listing individual items and quantities necessary.
The need for items and quantities should be clearly specified in the
narrative justification.
3. Any special start up costs should be indicated.
4. Multi-Year Projects--Projects requiring 2, 3, 4 or 5 years
funding must include a brief program narrative and budget for each
additional year of funding requested. The applicant may use one
additional page to describe the developmental plans for each additional
year of the project.
5. Grant funding may not be used to supplant existing public and
private resources.
C. Assurances
The application shall contain assurance to the Secretary that the
applicant will comply with program regulations, 42 CFR 36, Subpart H.
Review Process: Applications meeting eligibility requirements that
are complete, responsive, and conform to this program announcement will
be reviewed for merit by reviewers appointed by the IHS. The review
will be conducted in accordance with PHS review procedures. The review
process ensures selection of quality projects in a national competition
for limited funding. Applications will be evaluated and rated on the
basis of the evaluation criteria listed below. These criteria are used
to evaluate the quality of a proposed project, to assign a numerical
score to each application, and to determine the likelihood of its
success. Applications scoring below 60 points will not be funded.
Evaluation Criteria: Applications will be evaluated against the
following criteria and weights:
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Weight (percent) Criteria Description
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15......................... 1 Need--The demonstration of
identified problems and risks
in the target population.
50......................... 2 Work Plan--The soundness and
effectiveness of the
applicant's plan for
conducting the program, with
special emphasis on the
objectives and methodology
portion of the application.
15......................... 3 Adequacy of Management
Controls--The apparent
capability of the applicant to
successfully conduct the
program including both
technical and business
aspects. The soundness of the
applicant's budget in relation
to the program work plan and
for assuring effective
utilization of grant funds.
Adequacy of facilities and
equipment available within the
organization or proposed for
purchase under the program.
10......................... 4 Key personnel--Qualifications
and adequacy of the staff.
10......................... 5 Budget--Clarity and accuracy of
program costs, and cost
justification for the entire
grant period.
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100........................ .......... TOTAL WEIGHT.
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Reporting Requirements:
A. Progress Report--Program progress reports will be required
semiannually. These reports will include a brief description of a
comparison of actual accomplishments to the goals established for the
period, reasons for slippage and other pertinent information as
required. A final report is due 90 days after expiration of the
project/budget period.
B. Financial Status Report--A semiannual financial status report
will be submitted 30 days after the end of the half-year. Final
financial status reports are due 90 days after expiration of the
project/budget period. Standard Form 269 (long form) will be used for
financial reporting.
Grant Administration Requirements: Grants are administered in
accordance with the following documents:
A. 45 CFR Part 92. Department of Health and Human Services, Uniform
Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to
State and Local Governments, or 45 CFR Part 74, Administration of
Grants to Non-profit recipients.
B. Public Health Service Grants Policy Statement, and
C. Appropriate Cost Principles: OMB Circular A-87, State and Local
Governments, or OMB Circular A-122, Nonprofit Organizations.
Results of the Review: Successful applicants are notified through
the official Notice of Grant Award (NGA) document. The NGA will state
the amount of Federal funds awarded, the purpose of the grant, the
terms and conditions of the grant award, the effective date of the
award, the project period, and the budget period.
Dated: April 14, 1997.
Michael H. Trujillo,
Assistant Surgeon General Director.
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