PKG00264931-instructions.doc

Instructions for Applying through Grants.gov Community Facilities Technical Assistance and Training Grant (CF TAT) Applicants can apply to this funding opportunity through http://www.grants.gov. Read the instructions below carefully and prepare the information requested before beginning the registration process. Reviewing and assembling the required information before beginning the registration process will alleviate last-minute searches for required information.

Organizations must have a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number, active System for Award Management (SAM) registration, and Grants.gov account to apply for grants. Creating a Grants.gov account can be completed online in minutes, but DUNS and SAM registrations may take several weeks. Therefore, an organization's registration should be done in sufficient time to ensure it does not impact the entity's ability to meet required application submission deadlines.

Please note: The DUNS and SAM requirements described above are applicable to all applicants whether you choose to apply through Grants.gov or submit a paper application package.

Complete organization registration instructions can be found on Grants.gov here: https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/applicants/organization-registration.html.

1) Obtain a DUNS Number: All entities applying for funding, including renewal funding, must have a DUNS Number from Dun & Bradstreet (D&B). Applicants must enter the DUNS Number in the data entry field labeled "Organizational DUNS" on the SF-424 form. For more detailed instructions for obtaining a DUNS Number, refer to:

https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/applicants/organization-registration/step-1-obtain-duns-number.html

2) Register with SAM: All organizations applying online through Grants.gov must register with the System for Award Management (SAM). Failure to register with SAM will prevent your organization from applying through Grants.gov. SAM registration must be renewed annually. For more detailed instructions for registering with SAM, refer to:

https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/applicants/organization-registration/step-2-register-with-sam.html

3) Create a Grants.gov Account: The next step is to register an account with Grants.gov. Follow the on-screen instructions or refer to the detailed instructions here: https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/applicants/registration.html Applications must be received through Grants.gov or at the address noted under “Rural Development State Office Contacts” of the Notice by the deadline date.

This document corresponds with 7 CFR 3570.267. Please review this section in the Regulations as it provides more detailed descriptions of the requirements.

A complete application for CF TAT funds must include the following. These documents must be submitted through Grants.gov as an attachment to the SF-424. Beside each document is the type of file format that must be used.

1. Organizational Documents including Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Incorporation and bylaws – These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

2. Evidence of tax-exempt status from the IRS if applying as a Technical Assistance Provider (TAP) —These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

3. Evidence of Community Ties to a Rural Area if a nonprofit corporation is applying as an Ultimate Recipient -- These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

4. Applicants applying as a TAP must provide narrative of their experience in providing similar services to those proposed. -- These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

5. Latest financial information -- These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

6. Documentation of Cash Matching Funds (if applicable) – These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

7. List of proposed services to be provided -- These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

8. For applicants applying as TAP who have not identified the Ultimate Recipients, a narrative explaining how they will select Ultimate Recipients to be assisted with grant funds -- These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

9. Estimated breakdown of costs -- These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

10. Evidence that a Financial Management System is in place -- These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

11. Known Relationships - Identify and Report Any Association or Relationship with Rural Development Employees. Relationships with employees does not exclude you from participation but they must be disclosed. These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

12. Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (if applicable) -- These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

13. Documentation relevant to scoring criteria -- These documents must be scanned and attached in the PDF format

14. Form SF-424, “Application for Federal Assistance” – This is a mandatory form that is included in the application package

15. Form SF-424-A, “Budget Information – Non-Construction Programs.” – This is a mandatory form that is included in the application package

16. Form SF424-B, “Assurances – Non-Construction Programs” – This is a mandatory form that is included in the application package

17. Form AD-1047, “Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters – Primary Covered Transactions.” – This is a mandatory form that is included in the application package

18. Form AD-1048, “Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion – Lower Tier Covered Transactions.” – This is a mandatory form that is included in the application package

19. Form AD-1049, “Certification Regarding Drug-Free Workplace Requirements” – This is a mandatory form that is included in the application package

20. Form 1940 Q, Exhibit A-1, “Certification for Contracts, Grants, and Loans” Include only if grant exceeds $100,000

21. Standard Form LLL, “Disclosure of Lobbying Activities,” – only applicable if lobbying activities disclosed on Form 1940 Q, Exhibit A-1.

22. Form RD 400-1 “Equal Opportunity Agreement” – This is a mandatory form that is included in the application package

23. Form RD 400-4, “Assurance Agreement” - Under Title VI, Civil Rights Acts of 1964 – This is a mandatory form that is included in the application package

24. Form AD 3030, “Representations Regarding Felony Conviction and Tax Delinquent Status for Corporate Applicants” – This form is for corporations

25. Form AD 3031, “Assurance Regarding Felony Conviction or Tax Delinquent Status for Corporate Applicants” – This form is for corporations

26. Survey on Ensuring Equal Opportunity for Applicants – Optional Survey – This form is for nonprofit organizations and is included in the application package.

The required forms and certifications not included in the application package can be downloaded from the CF TAT website at:

https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/community-facilities-technical-assistance-and-training-grant