Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Resource Center
ID: 358018Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Community Living (HHS-ACL)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358018

Additional Information

https://acl.gov/grants/open-opportunities
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is inviting proposals for the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Resource Center (SMPRC) through a cooperative agreement aimed at preventing Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse. The SMPRC will provide essential training, technical assistance, and promotional activities to enhance the efficiency of SMP projects across all 50 states and territories, thereby empowering Medicare beneficiaries and their families. This funding opportunity has an estimated total of $1.5 million available, with a single award anticipated to be made by September 1, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Rebecca Kinney at rebecca.kinney@acl.hhs.gov for further information, and must submit their applications by July 30, 2025, to comply with the specified guidelines.

    Point(s) of Contact
    rebecca.kinney@acl.hhs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Foa_Content_of_HHS-2025-ACL-CIP-MPRC-0031.pdf
    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is seeking proposals for the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Resource Center (SMPRC) to provide training and technical assistance to prevent Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse. This funding opportunity supports a single cooperative agreement with an estimated total of $3.5 million over three years. The SMPRC's role includes enhancing the efficiency of SMP projects nationwide, which encompass all 50 states and territories. Key functional themes include team member education, workforce development, operational excellence, and innovation. Applicants must demonstrate expertise in Medicare policy, team management, and technical support, with emphasis on measurable outcomes in their proposals. The project narrative must detail the proposed intervention, special target populations, and organizational capability. Eligible applicants comprise various non-profit entities, governmental bodies, and educational institutions. The application process requires adherence to specific formatting, submission guidelines via Grants.gov, and a timeline that emphasizes the importance of early submissions to avoid potential technical issues. The review process will assess project relevance, approach, budget clarity, impact, and organizational capacity based on specified criteria. The anticipated award date is set for September 1, 2025, reflecting the government's commitment to enhancing Medicare enrollee protection through informed educational outreach and fraud prevention efforts.
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