FY 2025 HMSI GRANT AWARD
ID: 358224Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin (DOT-PHMSA)

Award Range

$100K - $3M

Eligible Applicants

State Governments

Funding Category

Transportation

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358224
Timeline
    Description

    The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is offering the FY 2025 Hazardous Materials State Inspection (HMSI) Grant Award, aimed at providing financial assistance to state governments for hazardous material shipper inspections. This grant seeks to enhance the safety of hazardous materials transport, reduce fatalities, and minimize injuries by funding costs associated with inspections, including personnel, travel, equipment, supplies, and training for HAZMAT inspectors. With an estimated total program funding of $2,500,000, the grant will support two awards, with individual awards ranging from $100,000 to $2,500,000. Interested state agencies must submit their applications by March 17, 2025, and can direct inquiries to HMEP.Grants@dot.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    HMEP.Grants@dot.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FAQs.pdf
    The document provides FAQs regarding eligibility and details for the Hazardous Materials State Inspection (HMSI) Grant and the Pipeline Emergency Response (PERG) Grant. It clarifies that only state agencies can apply for these grants, explicitly excluding tribes, tribal consortiums, and nonprofits. The HMSI grant is designated for state inspectors focused on hazardous material shipper inspections rather than for fire fighters inspecting Tier II facilities. Both grants are competitive, with the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) permitting only one state agency per state to apply. The document emphasizes the competitive nature of the grant process and the responsibility of states to determine which agency will apply, as PHMSA will not designate an eligible agency. Overall, the document serves to inform potential applicants about the financing opportunities for enhancing hazardous materials management and pipeline safety.
    FY25.pdf
    The document outlines the tentative grant and cooperative agreement terms and conditions provided by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). It defines roles such as "Recipient," "Program Authorizing Official," and "Agreement Officer," clarifying responsibilities and compliance requirements for recipients of federal funds. Key topics include recipient responsibilities, adherence to financial regulations, restrictions on fund use, and requirements for maintaining a drug-free workplace. Significantly, the document stresses compliance with the Uniform Administrative Requirements, prohibits lobbying with grant funds, and mandates nondiscrimination practices. It elaborates on payment processes through the DOT Delphi eInvoicing system and outlines the advance payment protocol. The document emphasizes the importance of transparency regarding executive compensation, encourages small business engagement in subcontracting, and highlights the necessity of safety measures, such as seat belt use and a ban on texting while driving. Additionally, it includes provisions against human trafficking and confidentiality agreements that prevent reporting fraud. Regular reporting on financial status and adherence to the outlined requirements are critical for recipients to maintain eligibility for funding. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive guide to navigating federal grants in hazardous materials safety contexts.
    HMSI.pdf
    The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) outlines the Standard Title VI/Non-Discrimination Assurances required for recipients receiving federal financial assistance through the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. This assurance delineates the commitment to comply with several statutory and regulatory non-discrimination mandates, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Age Discrimination Act. Key commitments include ensuring no individual is discriminated against based on race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability in programs funded by federal assistance. The document outlines specific assurances, such as incorporating non-discrimination clauses in contracts and ensuring equal opportunities for disadvantaged business enterprises. It also emphasizes the requirement for reporting, compliance reviews, and maintaining records to demonstrate adherence to these standards. Overall, the assurance reinforces USDOT’s commitment to promoting equity and non-discrimination in transportation-related programs and activities receiving federal assistance, ensuring that all stakeholders are aware of their responsibilities to uphold these principles.
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