Continuum of Care Builds (CoC Builds)

The Continuum of Care Builds (CoC Builds) program, designated as FR-6902-N-25A, is offering $75,000,000 in competitive one-time grants for the new construction, acquisition, and rehabilitation of permanent supportive housing (PSH) units. Applications are due by 3:00 PM Eastern Time on September 12, 2025. The program, administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), aims to increase supportive housing for elderly and physically disabled individuals and integrate healthcare services. Eligible applicants include state, county, city, tribal governments, public housing authorities, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits. A minimum of $30,000,000 is reserved for CoCs in states with populations under 2.5 million. Projects must primarily focus on capital costs, with limits on other eligible CoC program activities (20%) and administrative costs (10%). Applications will be evaluated based on threshold requirements and merit criteria, including serving specific populations, providing robust services, promoting recovery, and reducing homelessness. Successful applicants must demonstrate site control and financial feasibility.

The provided document is a summary budget form for federal, state, and local grant applications, likely for projects related to housing and supportive services. It details various eligible costs, including new construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, rental assistance (PRA), supportive services, operating expenses, HMIS, VAWA, rural initiatives, and relocation costs (URA). The form requires applicants to itemize annual and total assistance requested for the grant term, calculate administrative costs (up to 10%), and specify cash and in-kind matches. A section on relocation costs clarifies eligibility under the Uniform Relocation Act. This document's main purpose is to standardize the financial breakdown of project funding requests, ensuring comprehensive reporting and compliance with grant-specific regulations for government-funded initiatives.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for Fiscal Year 2025 Continuum of Care (CoC) Builds (FR-6900-N-25A). This NOFO, deemed to have no significant environmental impact, aims to provide $75,000,000 in competitive grants. These funds will re-compete FY 2023 funds for CoC geographic areas to construct, acquire, or rehabilitate housing units for individuals and families experiencing homelessness where at least one member has a qualifying disability. The program seeks to increase permanent supportive housing (PSH) units, encourage coordination among housing, healthcare, and social service providers, and expand opportunities in states with smaller populations. HUD encourages leveraging these funds with other sources. Environmental reviews are required for all activities prior to fund commitment, with some projects categorically excluded or subject to review by a responsible entity or HUD under specific regulations.

The "Certification of Consistency with the Consolidated Plan" form (HUD-2991) is a critical document for applicants seeking federal housing assistance through HUD grant programs. It requires applicants to certify that their proposed activities and projects align with the jurisdiction's approved Consolidated Plan. This certification is essential for obtaining benefits, and failure to provide accurate information can lead to processing delays, sanctions, and penalties. The form collects basic information such as applicant name, project name and location, the federal program applied to, and the certifying jurisdiction's details. It also includes a warning about the severe penalties for submitting false claims or statements, emphasizing the importance of truthfulness and accountability in the grant application process. This document ensures integrity and compliance with the Department of Housing and Urban Development Reform Act of 1989.

The document, OMB Number 2501-0044, outlines the requirements for applicants and recipients of federal awards to report indirect cost information. This form is crucial for federal grants and RFPs, ensuring transparency and accountability in how indirect costs are calculated and charged. Applicants must select whether they will not charge indirect costs, use a de minimis rate, or apply specific indirect cost rates approved by a cognizant agency. If using specific rates, a table must be completed detailing the agency/department, indirect cost rate, type of direct cost base, and type of rate. The form also requires specifying if it's an initial submission or an update, along with effective dates. A certification by an authorized representative is mandatory, attesting to the accuracy of the information and the commitment to provide updates. The document includes warnings about penalties for false statements and provides information on public reporting burden and the authority for collecting this data, emphasizing its importance for HUD to ensure accountability and integrity in assistance programs.

The “Certification for a Drug-Free Workplace” form, mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), requires applicants for federal grant funding to certify their commitment to maintaining a drug-free workplace. This involves publishing a statement prohibiting unlawful drug activities, establishing a drug-free awareness program for employees, and ensuring employees engaged in the grant's performance receive and agree to abide by the drug-free workplace statement. Additionally, employees must notify their employer of any criminal drug statute convictions within five calendar days, and the employer must then notify HUD within ten calendar days. Employers are also required to take appropriate personnel action or mandate participation in a drug abuse assistance program within 30 days of receiving notice of a conviction. The form also requires applicants to list all sites where work connected to HUD funding will be performed. This certification is crucial for obtaining grant benefits, and the information collected is not confidential.