Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP): Technical Assistance on State Data Collection--IDEA Data Management Center; Assistance Listing Number 84.373M
ID: 359811Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is offering a federal grant opportunity through the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) for Technical Assistance on State Data Collection under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This program aims to enhance the capacity of States to fulfill their data collection and reporting obligations as mandated by IDEA, with a focus on improving the quality and coordination of data management. The total estimated funding for this initiative is $2,700,000, with one award anticipated, and applications are due by July 25, 2025. For further information, applicants can contact Amy Bae at the U.S. Department of Education via email at Amy.Bae@ed.gov or by phone at (202) 987-1557.

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