OpportunityTitle: Fiscal Year 2009 Transit Security Grant Program
CategoryExplanation: Homeland Security &#150; Preparedness
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Transit systems that are eligible for funding through the FY 2009 TSGP by tier are outlined in the FY 2009 Transit Security Grant Program Guidance and Application Kit. Tier I applicants are eligible to apply for the identified risk-based funding target.  Tier II regions may compete for $36,600,000 in funding.      Agencies eligible for FY 2009 TSGP funding were identified using a comprehensive, empirically-grounded risk analysis model.  The risk methodology for the TSGP is consistent across modes and is linked to the risk methodology used to determine eligibility for the core DHS State and local grant programs.  TSGP basic eligibility is derived from the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI).  Certain ferry systems are eligible to participate in the FY 2009 TSGP, and receive funds under the Tier I cooperative agreement process.  However, any ferry system electing to participate and receive funds under the FY 2009 TSGP cannot participate in the FY 2009 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP), and will not be considered for funding under the FY 2009 PSGP.  Likewise, any ferry system that participates in PSGP cannot be considered for funding under TSGP.    The FY 2009 TSGP makes provisions for law enforcement agencies that are principal providers of transit security to a Tier I system, and that maintain dedicated transit units, to receive funding only through a Tier I eligible agency under one or more of the operational packages (OPacks) described fully in this guidance.  FY 2009 TSGP funding may be used to support transit-related security activities and not other departmental operations.      Table 3 in the FY 2009 Transit Security Grant Program Guidance and Application Kit lists the specific Eligible Rail, Intracity Bus, Ferry Transit Agencies and Law Enforcement Agencies, by tier, that are eligible for funding through the FY 2009 PSGP.
Description: The Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP) is one of six grant programs that constitute the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Fiscal Year (FY) 2009 infrastructure protection activities. These grant programs are part of a comprehensive set of measures authorized by Congress and implemented by the Administration to help strengthen the nation&#146;s critical infrastructure against risks associated with potential terrorist attacks. The TSGP is an important component of the Department&#146;s effort to enhance the security of the Nation&#146;s critical infrastructure. The program provides funds to owners and operators of transit systems (which include intracity bus, commuter bus, and all forms of passenger rail) to protect critical surface transportation infrastructure and the traveling public from acts of terrorism, major disasters, and other emergencies.The following are the required forms to be completed in the downloaded application package: * Please note that these required forms may fall under either the mandatory or optional document headings in the application package. Please reference the grant guidance document for instructions and specific information regarding attachments. Required Forms: Investment Justification, Any additional Required Attachments, Standard Form 424, Application for Federal Assistance, Standard Form 424A, Budget Information, Standard Form 424B, Assurances, Standard Form 424C, Budget Information-Construction Form (if applicable), Standard Form 424D, Assurances-Construction Programs (if applicable), Standard Form LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
GrantorContactEmailDescription: askcsid@dhs.gov
GrantorContactText: Centralized Scheduling &amp; Information Desk (CSID) Help Line &lt;br/&gt;(800) 368-6498 &lt;br/&gt;
CloseDateExplanation: Applicants are advised to carefully review the submission requirements contained within the FY 2009 Transit Security Grant Program Guidance and Application Kit.