Biobased Transportation Research
8109).
The Department of Transportation's mission is to ensure fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation that meets vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future.
Program Accomplishments
None.
Uses and Use Restrictions
The grantees will conduct research according to the provisions provided in SAFTEA- LU (Public Law 109-59, August 10, 2005 119 Stat.
1781) Subtitle B Title V Section 5101 (m) The Department's role will be to manage the grants, coordinate with the grantees to best address related DOT program needs, and ensure that no unnecessary duplication of effort exists with other DOT projects.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
Earmark recipients as designated in SAFTEA- LU , Public Law 109-59, August 10, 2005 119 Stat.
1781, Subtitle B Title V Section 5101 (m).
Beneficiary Eligibility
Public and private nonprofit institutions of higher learning and industry trade groups.
Credentials/Documentation
A formal application outlining how the institution will meet the project scope; detailed delineation of organization, staff, faculty, and budget. Costs are determined in accordance with OMB Circular nos A-21. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-87.
Aplication and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
None.
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O.
12372.
Application Procedures
No new grants will be awarded during the program's remaining authorization (through 2009).
Award Procedures
No new grants will be awarded during the program's remaining authorization (through 2009).
Deadlines
Not available at this time.
Authorization
SAFTEA- LU, Public Law 109-59, Aug. 10, 2005, 119 Stat. 1781, Subtitle B, Title V section 5101 (m).
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Fifteen working days from receipt of proposal.
Appeals
Not applicable.
Renewals
Not applicable.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
The Federal share of this grant shall be 50% of the funds received by the grantee.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Four years as designated in: SAFTEA-LU (Public Law 109-59, August 10, 2005, 119 Stat. 1781) Subtitle B Title V Section 5101 (m).
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
Quarterly progress reports, annual project reports, and a final technical report at the end of each research project.
Audits
In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-113) Revised June 24, 1997),Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations, nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single of a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in OMB Circular No. A-113.
Records
Recipient is requried to retain intact, for 3 years following submission of the final expenditure report, pending resolution of audit findings, all grant products, financial records, and supporting documents.
Financial Information
Account Identification
69-1136-0-1-401.
Obigations
FY 07 $12,500,000; FY 08 est not available; and FY 09 est not reported.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$12,500,000/year.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
The Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient, Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU, Public Law 109-59), enacted in 2005, Section 5201(m).
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
Not applicable.
Headquarters Office
Research and Innovative Technology Administration, Research Development and Technology (RDT), Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Room 2438, Washington, DC 20590 (202) 366-4999.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
Not applicable.
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