FY2024 COPS Technology and Equipment Program Invitational Solicitation II
ID: 355614Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Community Oriented Policing Services (USDOJ-OJP-COPS)

Award Range

$0 - $5M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Law, Justice and Legal Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355614

Additional Information

https://cops.usdoj.gov/grants
Timeline
    Description

    The Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) of the U.S. Department of Justice is inviting applications for the FY2024 COPS Technology and Equipment Program, aimed at enhancing law enforcement capabilities through the acquisition of advanced technologies and equipment. This grant program is designed to support state, territorial, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies in developing effective tools for crime prevention and response, thereby promoting community safety and trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve. With an estimated total program funding of $247,347,161 and an award ceiling of $4,878,000, the COPS Office anticipates awarding approximately 311 grants. Interested applicants must submit their proposals through both Grants.gov and the JustGrants system by the deadline of August 21, 2024, and can seek assistance via the COPS Office Response Center at AskCOPSRC@usdoj.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    AskCOPSRC@usdoj.gov
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