[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 91 (Wednesday, May 12, 2010)]
[Notices]
[Pages 26763-26768]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-11198]
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Indian Health Service
Office of Clinical and Preventive Services; Division of
Behavioral Health; Domestic Violence Prevention Initiative; Sexual
Assault Projects Expansion; Community Developed Models
Announcement Type: New.
Funding Announcement Number: HHS-2010-IHS-BHSA-0001.
Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number(s): 93.933.
Key Dates: Application Deadline Date: June 11, 2010.
Review Date: June 21-23, 2010.
Earliest Anticipated Start Date: August 1, 2010.
I. Funding Opportunity Description
Statutory Authority
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is accepting competitive grant
applications for the Sexual Assault Projects Expansion Community
Developed Models for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN)
communities. This announcement is a limited targeted solicitation for
urban Indian organizations as defined by Public Law 94-437, the Indian
Healthcare Improvement Act (IHCIA), as amended, Title V Urban Health
organization. This program is authorized under the Snyder Act, 25
U.S.C. 13, and 25 U.S.C. 1602(a), and 25 U.S.C. 1602(b)(9), (11), and
(12); as well as 25 U.S.C. 1621h(m) of the Indian Health Care
Improvement Act (IHCIA), Public Law 94-437, as amended. This program is
described in the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CDFA) under
93.933.
Background
AI/AN women continue to suffer from the highest rate of violent
victimization in the United States. Reports from the U.S. Department of
Justice (DOJ) found that the rate of domestic violence (DV) and sexual
assault (SA) among Native women has been reported to be the highest of
any ethnic or racial group in the United States. The adverse health
outcomes linked to the physical and psychological abuse make the health
care settings and community programs critical places for identification
and early intervention of abuse. SA consists of a wide range of conduct
that may include pressured or coerced sex, sex by manipulation or
threat, physically forced sex (rape), or sexual assault accompanied by
physical violence. Victims may be coerced or forced to perform a kind
of sex they do not want (e.g., sex with third parties, physically
painful sex, sexual activity they find offensive, verbal degradation
during sex, viewing sexually violent material) or at a time they do not
want it (e.g., when exhausted, when ill, in front of children, after a
physical assault, or when asleep). These behaviors may happen in many
situations--by a married partner, or boyfriend, on a date, by a friend
or an acquaintance, by a stranger or by a family member such as a
parent, a sibling or a grandparent.
Prevalence
AI/AN women continue to suffer from the highest rate of violent
victimization in the United States.\1\ The incidence of DV and SA in
Indian Country is staggering. Reports from the U.S. DOJ found that:
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\1\ Callie Rennison, Violent Victimization and Race, 1998-98;
Lawrence A. Greenfield & Steven K. Smith, American Indians and
Crime; Patricia Tjaden & Nancy Thoennes, U.S. Department of Justice,
Full Report of the Prevalence, Incidence, and Consequences of
Violence Against Women.
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Native women are more than 2.5 times more likely to be
raped or sexually assaulted than women in the U.S. in general.
According to a study by the DOJ's Bureau of Justice
Statistics (BJS), American Indians are twice as likely to experience
sexual assault crimes compared to all other races.
Native women are five times more likely to be a DV
homicide victim than the rest of the population.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity
and Mortality Weekly Report survey dated 2008 indicated that 39 out of
100 AI/AN women have been victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) at
some point in their lives.
DOJ statistics indicate that 34.1 percent of AI/AN women
(or one in three) will be raped during their lifetime; the comparable
figure for the U.S. as a whole is less than one in five.
Because some victims of violence choose not to report
their SA experiences to law enforcement, SA prevalence is likely even
higher.
Health Implications
In addition to injuries sustained by women during violent episodes,
physical and psychological abuse is linked to a number of adverse
health
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outcomes. The prevalence of abuse during pregnancy ranges from 7-20%
and population-based data from 26 states indicates that African
American and American Indian women are at greater risk for IPV than
other racial groups. One study found that 58.7% of American Indian
pregnant and childbearing women disclosed lifetime physical and/or
sexual IPV.
The impact of domestic violence and sexual assault on women's
reproductive health is pervasive but unrecognized. Pregnancy
complications, including low weight gain, anemia, infections, and first
and second trimester bleeding, are significantly higher for abused
women, as are maternal rates of depression, post-traumatic stress
disorder (PTSD), suicide attempts, and substance abuse. Domestic
violence can also result in homicide and suicide. Homicide is the
leading cause of traumatic death for pregnant and postpartum women in
the United States, accounting for 31 percent of maternal injury
deaths.\2\
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\2\ Chang, Jeani; Cynthia Berg; Linda Saltzgman; and Joy
Herndon. 2005. Homicide: A Leading Cause of Injury Deaths Among
Pregnant and Postpartum Women in the United States, 1991-1999.
American Journal of Public Health. (95)3L471-477.
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Other sexual and behavioral health implications are equally
serious. Victims of domestic and sexual violence are more likely to
experience: Coercive unprotected sex, birth control sabotage,
unintended pregnancy, teen pregnancy, rapid repeat pregnancies,
multiple abortions, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), substance abuse, depression, PTSD
and suicidality--making the reproductive health, behavioral health and
primary care settings critical places for identification, and early
intervention of abuse.
Optimal management of other chronic illnesses including diabetes,
hypertension, gastrointestinal disorders, HIV/acquired immune
deficiency syndrome (AIDS), depression and substance use disorders can
be problematic for women who either are, or have been abused.
Oftentimes the perpetrator controls the victim's access to health care
and compliance with medical protocols. Emerging research shows that
women who are abused are less likely to engage in important preventive
health care behaviors such as regular mammography and are more likely
to participate in injurious health behaviors including smoking, alcohol
and other drug abuse. Victims of DV also have difficulty accessing
preventive care for their children including well-baby care and
immunizations. Many studies have documented the fact that DV
significantly increases the risk for depression, traumatic and PTSD,
anxiety, and suicide. The adverse health outcomes related to domestic
violence or sexual assault can continue for years after the abuse has
ended.
Purpose of the Program
The purpose of the IHS Sexual Assault Projects Expansion Community
Developed Models is to increase and expand the number of available
sexual assault services, advocates, and community collaborations
available in the urban AI/AN communities in the United States. It aims
to improve the responsiveness of urban Indian organizations by
establishing and sustaining programs that prevent SA against AI/AN.
For funding, the pilot sites must address the following seven
guiding principles:
1. Coordinate services for urban communities to respond to local
sexual assault crises;
(a) This may include outreach activities to coordinate
accessibility of services to local Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)
programs.
(b) Provide local SANE programs with information on AI/AN culture
and social issues.
(c) Assist SANE program in providing an adequate community response
to AI/AN victims by establishing orientation/referral systems to
support the various interventions available such as behavioral health,
social services or victim of crime services that may be available
through the urban Indian program.
2. Participate in a nationally coordinated program focusing
specifically on increasing access to SA prevention or treatment
services for survivors and their families;
3. Provide community-focused responses in the urban setting that
enhance evidence-based or practice-based SA prevention or treatment
services or education programming;
4. Provide communities with resources to develop their own urban
based community-focused programs;
5. Establish baseline data in the local communities;
6. Adequately document the level of need for the urban Indian
community, and;
7. Be scaled at a level that will ensure measureable impact.
In accordance with these project guidelines, the funding recipients
must:
1. Develop the following types of activities in urban programs:
Sexual Assault Projects Expansion Community Developed Models--The
Community Developed Models of collaboration and intervention may
include case management, behavioral health services, victim advocacy,
and community collaborations. The funding may also be used for the
management of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), Sexual Assault
Forensic Examiner (SAFE), and Sexual Assault Response Team (SART)
activities that may include the involvement of community health aids,
community health representatives, licensed practical nurses, and other
non-medical community members.
2. Work with the IHS staff and National Domestic Violence
Prevention Initiative (DVPI) Project Officer to develop a local process
to measure specific outcome indicators as consistent with national
Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) and IHS Division of
Behavioral Health (DBH) program requirements. The national outcome
measures for this initiative are pending approval from the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB). The funding recipient must report on
applicable GPRA measures and national outcome indicators.
3. Employ the use of an information management system which is
compatible with the Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and
the RPMS Behavioral Health module or IHS Electronic Health Record. If
the funding recipient is unable to utilize RPMS as an information
management system, the funding recipient must demonstrate within the
project proposal how they will satisfy data collection requirements.
II. Award Information
Type of Awards: Grant.
Estimated Funds Available: The total amount of funding identified
for the current fiscal year 2010 is approximately $262,000. Competing
and continuation awards issued under this announcement are subject to
the availability of funds. In the absence of funding, the agency is
under no obligation to make awards funded under this announcement.
Anticipated Number of Awards: Approximately 5 awards will be issued
under this program announcement.
Project Period: Three years, and is subject to availability of
funds
Award Amount: $52,400 per year.
III. Eligibility Information
1. Eligibility
This is a limited competition and eligible applicants must be: An
urban Indian organization as defined by the P.L. 94-437, the Indian
Healthcare
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Improvement Act (IHCIA), as amended, Title V Urban Health organization.
Justification: To improve the health and well being of all AI/ANs
by strengthening urban Indian health programs, this targeted funding
will expand mental health services to address SA and prevention
services for AI/AN residing in urban areas.
2. Cost Sharing or Matching
The Sexual Assault Projects Expansion does not require matching
funds or cost sharing.
3. Other Requirements
If the application budget exceeds the stated dollar amount that is
outlined within this application, it will not be considered for review.
The following documentation is required:
Nonprofit urban IHS organizations must submit a copy of the
501(c)(3) certificate as proof of non-profit status.
IV. Application and Submission Information
1. Obtaining Application Materials
The application package and instructions may be located at http://www.Grants.gov or http://www.ihs.gov/NonMedicalPrograms/gogp/index.cfm?module=gogpfunding.
2. Content and Form of Application Submission
The applicant must include the project narrative as an attachment
to the application package.
Mandatory documents for all applicants include:
Application forms:
[cir] SF-424.
[cir] SF-424A.
[cir] SF-424B.
Budget Narrative (must be single spaced and must not
exceed 3 pages).
Project Narrative (must not exceed 25 pages).
Letter of Support from Organization's Board of Directors
(IHCIA Title V Urban Indian Organizations).
501(c)(3) Certificate (IHCIA V Urban Indian
Organizations).
Biographical sketches for all Key Personnel.
Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (SF-LLL) (if
applicable).
Documentation of current OMB A-133 required Financial
Audit, if applicable. Acceptable forms of documentation include:
[cir] E-mail confirmation from Federal Audit Clearinghouse (FAC)
that audits were submitted; or
[cir] Face sheets from all audit reports. These can be found on the
FAC Web site: http://harvester.census.gov/fac/dissem/accessoptions.html?submit=Retrieve+Records.
Public Policy Requirements
All Federal-wide public policies apply to IHS grants with the
exception of the Discrimination policy.
Requirements for Project and Budget Narratives
A. Project Narrative This narrative should be a separate Word
document that is no longer than 25 pages (see page limitation for each
Part noted below) with consecutively numbered pages. Be sure to place
all responses and required information in the correct section or they
will not be considered or scored. If the narrative exceeds the page
limit, only the first 25 pages (3 pages for the Budget Narrative) will
be reviewed. There are four parts to the narrative: Part A--Program
Information; Part B--Program Planning and Evaluation; Part C--Program
Report; and Part D--Budget. See below for additional details about what
must be included in the narrative:
Part A: Program Information (not to exceed 5 pages)
Section 1: Needs.
Section 2: Organization Capacity .
Part B: Program Planning and Evaluation (not to exceed 12 pages)
Section 1: Program Plans.
Section 2: Program Evaluation.
Part C: Program Report (not to exceed 5 pages)
Section 1: Describe program's prior accomplishment(s).
Section 1: Describe program's prior successful activities.
Part D: Budget Narrative/Justification (not to exceed 3 pages)
This narrative must describe the budget requested and match the
scope of work described in the project narrative.
The project narrative must be submitted in the following format:
Maximum number of pages: 25. If your narrative exceeds the
page limit, only the first pages which are within the page limit will
be reviewed.
Font size: 12 point unreduced.
Single spaced.
8\1/2\'' x 11'' paper.
Page margin size: One inch.
Printed only on one side of page.
Held together only by rubber bands or metal clips; not
bound in any other way.
3. Submission Dates and Times
Applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov by
June 11, 2010 at 12 midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST). Any
application received after the application deadline will not be
accepted for processing, and it will be returned to the applicant(s)
without consideration for funding.
If technical challenges arise and assistance is required with the
electronic application process, contact Grants.gov Customer Support via
e-mail to [email protected] or at (800) 518-4726. Customer support is
available to address questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (except on
Federal holidays). If problems persist, contact Paul Gettys, Division
of Grants Policy (DGP) ([email protected]) at (301) 443-5204. Please
be sure to contact Mr. Gettys at least ten days prior to application
deadline. Please do not contact the DGP until you have received a
Grants.gov tracking number. In the event you are not able to obtain a
tracking number, call the DGP as soon as possible.
If an applicant needs to submit a paper application instead of
submitting electronically via Grants.gov, prior approval must be
requested and obtained (see section on Electronic Submission
Requirement for additional information). The waiver must be documented
in writing (e-mails are acceptable), before submitting a paper
application. A copy of the written approval must be submitted along
with the hardcopy that is mailed to the DGO (Refer to Section IV to
obtain the mailing address). Paper applications that are submitted
without a waiver will be returned to the applicant without review or
further consideration. Late applications will not be accepted for
processing, will be returned to the applicant, and will not be
considered for funding.
4. Intergovernmental Review
Executive Order 12372 requiring intergovernmental review is not
applicable to this program.
5. Funding Restrictions
Pre-award costs are not allowable pending prior approval
from the awarding agency. However, in accordance with 45 CFR Part 74
and 92, pre-award costs are incurred at the recipient's risk. The
awarding office is under no obligation to reimburse such costs if for
any reason the applicant does not receive an award or if the award to
the recipient is less than anticipated.
The available funds are inclusive of direct and
appropriate indirect costs.
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IHS will not acknowledge receipt of applications.
6. Electronic Submission Requirements
Use the http://www.Grants.gov Web site to submit an application
electronically and select the ``Apply for Grants'' link on the
homepage. Download a copy of the application package, complete it
offline, and then upload and submit the application via the Grants.gov
Web site. Electronic copies of the application may not be submitted as
attachments to e-mail messages addressed to IHS employees or offices.
Applicants that receive a waiver to submit paper application
documents must follow the rules and timelines that are noted below. The
applicant must seek assistance at least ten days prior to the
application deadline.
Applicants that do not adhere to the timelines for Central
Contractor Registry (CCR) and/or Grants.gov registration and/or request
timely assistance with technical issues will not be considered for a
waiver to submit a paper application.
Please be aware of the following:
Please search for the application package in Grants.gov by
entering the CFDA number or the Funding Opportunity Number. Both
numbers are located in the header of this announcement.
Paper applications are not the preferred method for
submitting applications. However, if you experience technical
challenges while submitting your application electronically, please
contact Grants.gov Support directly at: http://www.Grants.gov/CustomerSupport or (800) 518-4726. Customer Support is available to
address questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (except on Federal
holidays).
Upon contacting Grants.gov, obtain a tracking number as
proof of contact. The tracking number is helpful if there are technical
issues that cannot be resolved and waiver from the agency must be
obtained.
If it is determined that a waiver is needed, you must
submit a request in writing (e-mails are acceptable) to
[email protected] with a copy to [email protected]. Please
include a clear justification for the need to deviate from our standard
electronic submission process.
If the waiver is approved, the application should be sent
directly to the DGO by the deadline date of June 11, 2010.
Applicants are strongly encouraged not to wait until the
deadline date to begin the application process through Grants.gov as
the registration process for CCR and Grants.gov could take up to
fifteen working days.
Please use the optional attachment feature in Grants.gov
to attach additional documentation that may be requested by the DGO.
All applicants must comply with any page limitation
requirements described in this Funding Announcement.
After you electronically submit your application, you will receive
an automatic acknowledgment from Grants.gov that contains a Grants.gov
tracking number. The DGO will download your application from Grants.gov
and provide necessary copies to the appropriate agency officials.
Neither the DGO nor the DBH will notify applicants that the application
has been received.
E-mail applications will not be accepted under this announcement.
Dun and Bradstreet (D&B) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS)
Applicants are required to have a DUNS number to apply for a grant
or cooperative agreement from the Federal Government. The DUNS number
is a unique nine-digit identification number provided by D&B, which
uniquely identifies your entity. The DUNS number is site specific;
therefore each distinct performance site may be assigned a DUNS number.
Obtaining a DUNS number is easy and there is no charge. To obtain a
DUNS number, you may access it through the following Web site http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform or to expedite the process call (866) 705-5711.
Another important fact is that applicants must also be registered
with the CCR and a DUNS number is required before an applicant can
complete their CCR registration.
Registration with the CCR is free of charge. Applicants may
register online at http://www.ccr.gov. Additional information regarding
the DUNS, CCR, and Grants.gov processes can be found at: http://www.Grants.gov.
Applicants may register by calling 1(866) 606-8220. Please review
and complete the CCR Registration worksheet located at http://www.ccr.gov.
V. Application Review Information
Points will be assigned to each evaluation criteria adding up to a
total of 100 points. A minimum score of 65 points is required for
funding. Points are assigned as follows:
Part A: Program Information (25 points)
Section 1: Needs (13 points).
Section 2: Organization Capacity (12 points).
Part B: Program Planning and Evaluation (55 points)
Section 1: Program Plans (30 points).
Section 2: Program Evaluation (25 points).
Part C: Program Report (18 points)
Section 1: Describe program's prior accomplishment(s) (9 points).
Section 1: Describe program's prior successful activities (9
points).
Part D: Budget (2 points)
Budget Narrative/Justification.
1. Evaluation Criteria
The Applicant will be evaluated to the extent the following
criteria are described:
Part A: Project Information (25 points)
Section 1: Statement of Need (13 points).
Provide an adequate baseline picture of the community. (8
points)
--Community assessment to include patient survey and findings (for
example, use of the Delphi Instrument For Hospital-based Domestic
Violence Programs or other such assessment tool).
Identify your target population. (5 points)
--Provide a good description and justification for focusing on the
identified target population.
Section 2: Organizational Capacity (12 points)
Adequately describe the project staffing and position
descriptions for those who will participate in the project, showing
their qualifications, tasks/roles, experience and training, and time
commitment. (4 points)
Discuss the applicant organization's and other
participating organizations' success and experience in SA prevention
program management capability. (4 points)
Describe the community infrastructure addressing SA
prevention. (4 points)
Part B: Program Planning and Evaluation (55 points)
Section 1: Project Plan (30 points).
Comprehensively describe the purpose, goals, objectives
and activities of the proposed three year program to be implemented
[Note: Program should utilize community-focused models that promote
evidence-based or practiced-based SA prevention, treatment, educational
and/or community awareness programming and provide
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communities with needed resources to develop community-focused programs
with a preference toward coordinated programming that maximizes service
delivery]. (4 points)
Provide a timeline of activities (chart or graph) showing
key activities, milestones, and responsible staff [Note: The timeline
should be part of the project narrative. It should not be placed in an
appendix]. (3 points)
Describe how program will provide violence outreach
services through use of victim advocates [Note: victim advocates must
have completed victim advocacy training], respond to urgent and
emergent request for victim advocacy; and develop/maintain/increase
collaborative efforts with community partners. (2 points)
Comprehensively describe and identify potential problem
areas or barriers and propose solutions for sexual assault prevention.
(3 points)
Demonstration of how the SA programs will develop/
maintain/increase collaborative efforts with any community partners. (2
points)
Description of the process by which the development of a
community-based SA outreach and education component will occur within
the overall program. (2 points)
Describe sustainability--describe how you plan to continue
this program and activities past the three years of funding for this
initiative. (2 points)
Section 2: Program Evaluation (25 points).
List milestones and describe how they relate to the
identified key activities included in your timeline. (3 points)
The outcome measures that will be targeted will be
announced by the IHS DBH program at a later date; therefore:
[cir] In your narrative state what your program cannot measure now,
but state a willingness that your program will plan to work towards
being able to do so. As stated in this announcement, the IHS staff and
National DVPI Project Officer will work with grantees to develop a
local process to measure specific indicators that are consistent with
national GPRA and IHS DBH program requirements. Therefore, address
possible solutions to the following:
Describe how your program could establish baseline data
and information related to SA in the local community; (5 points)
Describe how your program's data collection and storage
capacity could support surveillance; and, (3 points)
If one exists, describe your local evaluation process in
detail. (2 points)
State a willingness to collaborate and submit data into
the DVPI local and national evaluation process. (3 points)
Demonstrate evidence of commitment to secure a qualified
local evaluator/data collection/entry employee. (3 points)
State a willingness to participate in a nationally
coordinated program focusing on increasing access to SA-related
activities. (3 points)
State a willingness to attend monthly/quarterly SA
conference calls. (3 points)
Part C: Progress Report (18 points)
Section 1: Describe program's prior accomplishment(s). (9 points)
Describe your program's prior history of implementing
successful SA services and/or other ``new'' initiatives. (5 points)
Describe any key objectives that helped the program
achieve the accomplishment(s). (4 points)
Section 1: Describe program's prior successful activities. (9
points)
Describe what activities have been successful for your
program in addressing this area of need and/or other such ``new''
initiatives. (5 points)
Describe any key objectives that helped the program
accomplish these activities. (4 points)
Part D: Budget (2 points)
Budget Narrative/Justification:
The budget is reasonable and within established limits;
(0.5 points)
The budget calculations are clearly identified and
accurate; (0.5 points)
The budget does not include costs that would support
activities that would compromise victim safety, (0.5 points) and;
The budget costs are reflective of the goals and
objectives of the project. (0.5 points)
2. Review and Selection Process
Each application will be prescreened by the DGO staff for
eligibility and completeness as outlined in the funding announcement.
Incomplete applications and applications that are non-responsive to the
eligibility criteria will not be referred to the Objective Review
Committee. Applicants will be notified by DGO, via letter, to outline
the missing components of the application.
To obtain a minimum score for funding, applicants must address all
program requirements and provide all required documentation. Applicants
that receive less than a minimum score will be informed via e-mail of
their application's deficiencies. A summary statement outlining the
strengths and weaknesses of the application will be provided to these
applicants. The summary statement will be sent to the Authorized
Organizational Representative that is identified on the face page of
the application.
VI. Award Administration Information
1. Award Notices
The Notice of Award (NoA) will be initiated by DGO and will be
mailed via postal mail to each entity that is approved for funding
under this announcement. The NoA will be signed by the Grants
Management Officer and this is the authorizing document for which funds
are dispersed to the approved entities. The NoA will serve as the
official notification of the grant award and will reflect the amount of
Federal funds awarded, the purpose of the grant, the terms and
conditions of the award, the effective date of the award, and the
budget/project period. The NoA is the legally binding document and is
signed by an authorized grants official within the IHS.
2. Administrative Requirements
Grants are administered in accordance with the following
regulations, policies, and OMB cost principles:
A. The criteria as outlined in this Program Announcement.
B. Administrative Regulations for Grants:
45 CFR part 92, Uniform Administrative Requirements for
Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State, Local and Tribal
Governments.
45 CFR part 74, Uniform Administrative Requirements for
Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals,
and other Non-profit Organizations.
C. Grants Policy:
HHS Grants Policy Statement, Revised 01/07.
D. Cost Principles:
Title 2: Grant and Agreements, Part 225--Cost Principles
for State, Local, and Indian Tribal Governments (OMB A-87).
Title 2: Grant and Agreements, Part 230--Cost Principles
for Non-Profit Organizations (OMB Circular A-122).
E. Audit Requirements:
OMB Circular A-133, Audits of States, Local Governments,
and Non-profit Organizations.
3. Indirect Costs
This section applies to all grant recipients that request
reimbursement of indirect costs in their grant application. In
accordance with HHS Grants Policy Statement, Part II-27, IHS requires
applicants to have a current indirect
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cost rate agreement prior to award. The rate agreement must be prepared
in accordance with the applicable cost principles and guidance as
provided by the cognizant agency or office. A current rate means the
rate covering the applicable activities and the award budget period. If
the current rate is not on file with the DGO at the time of award, the
indirect cost portion of the budget will be restricted. The
restrictions remain in place until the current rate is provided to the
DGO.
Generally, indirect costs rates for IHS grantees are negotiated
with the Division of Cost Allocation http://rates.psc.gov/ and the
Department of the Interior (National Business Center) http://www.nbc.gov/acquisition/ics/icshome.html. If your organization has
questions regarding the indirect cost policy, please contact the DGO at
(301) 443-5204.
4. Reporting Requirements
The reporting requirements for this program are noted below.
A. Progress Report.
Semi-annual and annual program progress reports are required. These
reports will include a brief comparison of actual accomplishments to
the goals established for the period, or, if applicable, provide sound
justification for the lack of progress, and other pertinent information
as required. Copies of any materials developed shall be attached. Semi-
annual progress reports must be submitted within 30 days of the end of
the half year. An annual report must be submitted within 30 days after
the end of the 12 month time period. A final report must be submitted
within 90 days of expiration of the budget/project period.
B. Financial Reports
Semi-annual financial status reports must be submitted within 30
days of the end of the half year. Final financial status reports are
due within 90 days of expiration of the budget/project period. Standard
Form 269 (long form) will be used for financial reporting.
Federal Cash Transaction Reports are due every calendar quarter to
the Division of Payment Management, Payment Management Branch (DPM,
PMS). Please contact DPM/PMS at: http://www.dpm.psc.gov/ for additional
information regarding your cash transaction reports. Failure to submit
timely reports may cause a disruption in timely payments to your
organization.
Grantees are responsible and accountable for accurate reporting of
the Progress Reports and Financial Status Reports which are generally
due semi-annually. Financial Status Reports (SF-269) are due 90 days
after each budget period and the final SF-269 must be verified from the
grantee records on how the value was derived. Grantees must submit
reports in a reasonable period of time.
Failure to submit required reports within the time allowed may
result in suspension or termination of an active grant, withholding of
additional awards for the project, or other enforcement actions such as
withholding of payments or converting to the reimbursement method of
payment. Continued failure to submit required reports may result in one
or both of the following: (1) The imposition of special award
provisions; and (2) the non-funding or non-award of other eligible
projects or activities. This applies whether the delinquency is
attributable to the failure of the grantee organization or the
individual responsible for preparation of the reports.
Telecommunication for the hearing impaired is available at: TTY
(301) 443-6394.
VII. Agency Contact(s)
Grants (Business), Kimberly Pendleton, Grants Management Officer,
801 Thompson Avenue, TMP, Suite 360, Rockville, MD 20852, Work: (301)
443-5204 or [email protected].
Program (Programmatic/Technical), Michelle S. Begay, Domestic
Violence Prevention Initiative Project Officer, Division of Behavioral
Health, Office of Clinical and Preventive Services, Indian Health
Service Headquarters, 801 Thompson Avenue, Suite 300, Rockville, MD
20852, Work: (301) 443-2038, Fax: (301) 443-7623, E-mail:
[email protected].
The Public Health Service strongly encourages all grant and
contract recipients to provide a smoke-free workplace and promote the
non-use of all tobacco products. In addition, Public Law 103-227, the
Pro-Children Act of 1994, prohibits smoking in certain facilities (or
in some cases, any portion of the facility) in which regular or routine
education, library, day care, health care or early childhood
development services are provided to children. This is consistent with
the HHS mission to protect and advance the physical and mental health
of the American people.
Dated: May 5, 2010.
Yvette Roubideaux,
Director, Indian Health Service.
[FR Doc. 2010-11198 Filed 5-11-10; 8:45 am]
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