Boating Safety Data Collection and Analysis Grant Program
Active
- Assistance listing
- 97.136
- Agency
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Coast Guard
Department of Homeland Security
- Grant awards
- 1 $6,000,000 in federal obligations
Program facts
- Also known as
- National Recreational Boating Safety Survey (NRBSS)
- Assistance type
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- Cooperative Agreement
- Treasury account
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- 70-8149-0-7-403
- More information
Program details come from SAM.gov Assistance Listings. Updated . Grant award figures come from USAspending.gov.
About this program
The Department of Homeland Security US Coast Guard is awarding Cooperative Agreements under the Boating Safety Data Collection and Analysis Grant Program (CFDA 97.136) to produce nationwide recreational boating surveys, with the most recent award of $6 million obligated on October 1, 2023.
The program funds development of two deliverables: a Participation Survey estimating overall public participation and demographics of recreational boating in the United States, and an Exposure Survey estimating exposure hours and metrics for recreational boats on the water by state. Recipients must also produce associated methodologies, datasets, ad hoc analyses, and other supporting material, all subject to Coast Guard approval. The program operates as a single funding stream entirely managed by the Coast Guard; the portfolio reflects one award across the recent activity window, obligating $6 million total. All funding under this program has been delivered via Cooperative Agreement, reflecting the Coast Guard's intent to engage in joint decision-making and oversight with recipients throughout performance.
Award periods run five years with a one-time no-cost extension available. The Coast Guard solicits applications through a Notice of Funding Opportunity open for a minimum of 60 days. Reviewers assess proposals on technical merit, personnel qualifications, and alignment with program goals; the Director of Inspections and Compliance holds final award authority. Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations and submit IRS documentation of tax-exempt status.
Recent activity is limited: one award was granted in 2023 with performance extending through September 2028. No recent grant opportunities are posted. Prospective applicants should verify current solicitation status and timing directly with the Coast Guard's Boating Safety Branch, as the program appears to operate on an as-needed basis rather than an annual cycle, and the current award period will remain active for the next two years.
Objective and description
- Objective
The Boating Safety Data Collection and Analysis Grant is designed to collect data nationwide and produce a National Recreational Boating Safety Survey (NRBSS) and provide consultancy services to measure recreational boating activity utilizing the dat
- Description
This program will produce two deliverables along with associated methodologies, datasets, ad hoc analyses, and other material. All deliverables must be approved by the Coast Guard. (1) Participation Survey: a survey estimating overall public participation and demographics of recreational boating in the United States. (2) Exposure Survey: a survey estimating exposure hours and metrics for recreational boats on the water by state.
Eligibility
- Credentials and documentation
Applicants are required to submit a copy of their letter from the IRS specifying the organization's 501(c)(3) status.
- Uses of assistance
The award will be used to produce two surveys along with associated methodologies, datasets, ad hoc analyses, and other material.
- Length and time phasing of assistance
The Notice of Funding Opportunity is open for a minimum of 60 days. The period of performance is five years. Recipients are permitted to request a one-time no-cost extension.
How to apply
- Award procedure
A team of subject matter experts (reviewers) will review each proposal and assess it against the published criteria. The application package for review will consist of the applicant's pre-solicitation technical paper (if applicable) and the materials submitted to the funding opportunity. Reviewers will assess the applications for technical merit, personnel qualifications, and the degree to which a proposal offers potential value and measurements to program goals as stated in this NOFO. Upon completion of the review, staff log the scores and prepares a ranking list, along with the recommended funding levels from the reviewers, for discussion and consideration. All recommendations are presented to the Boating Safety Branch and Division Chiefs for their review. The Office Chief then reviews and presents a recommendation to the Director of Inspections and Compliance for their review and ultimate approval. The Director of Inspections and Compliance has the authority to approve the awards. Once the Director of Inspections and Compliance determines the final funding levels, an approval memo is generated, co-signed, and kept as part of the official program file.
Grant awards
| Award | Recipient | Federal obligations | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| To measure the totality of recreational boating in the united states through the administration of a nationwide survey. | National Opinion Research Center | $6,000,000 |
Top recipients by federal obligations
| Rank | Recipient | Federal obligations | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Opinion Research Center | $6,000,000 | 100% |
Federal obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Federal obligations |
|---|---|
| FY2026 | $1,500,000 |
Quick answers
What is Assistance Listing 97.136?
Assistance Listing 97.136 is Boating Safety Data Collection and Analysis Grant Program, a federal grant program run by Coast Guard (Department of Homeland Security).
What is the CFDA number for Boating Safety Data Collection and Analysis Grant Program?
Its CFDA number is 97.136: Assistance Listing numbers were called CFDA numbers before 2018.
How much funding has Assistance Listing 97.136 awarded?
1 grant award under 97.136 have obligated $6,000,000 in federal funds to 1 recipient.
Who receives the most funding from 97.136?
The recipients obligated the most under Boating Safety Data Collection and Analysis Grant Program are National Opinion Research Center ($6,000,000).
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