Corrections Research and Evaluation and Policy Formulation

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Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding (estimated)
$450K FY2017
$148K
FY15
$200K
FY16*
$450K
FY17*
* estimated

Program Objective

To conduct, encourage, and coordinate research relating to corrections including the causes, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of criminal offenders. To conduct evaluation programs which study the effectiveness of new approaches, techniques, systems, programs, and devices employed to improve the corrections system.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Public nonprofits
  • Individuals / families
  • Specialized groups
  • Private nonprofits

States, general units of local government, public and private agencies, educational institutions, organizations and individuals involved in the development, implementation or operation of correctional programs and services.

Beneficiaries

  • 16
  • 18
  • 19
  • 4
  • 5
  • 7

States, general units of local government involved in the development, implementation or operation of correctional programs and services.

How to Apply

Application Procedure

For project grants, applicant submits proposal on Standard Form 424 - Federal Assistance. This program is subject to the provisions of OMB Circular Nos. A-102, and A-110, A-128, and A-133. Environmental assessment is required for federally funded projects that are a major Federal action significantly affecting the human environment as defined in the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Award Procedure

A formal application (Standard Form 424 - Federal Assistance) is submitted to NIC. When it is determined that the project will be funded, a letter and award package are sent to the grantee.

Approximately 90 days.

Program details & compliance

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

Provides assistance for upgrading correctional programs, services, and techniques at State and local levels. Services are available to the entire range of correctional agencies, including probation, parole, institutions, jails, and community programs.

Required Documentation

OMB Circular No. A-87 cost principles applicable to grants with State and local governments; OMB Circular No. A-21 cost principles for educational institutions; and OMB Circular No. A-122 cost principles for nonprofit organizations.

Reporting & Compliance

Audit Required
Yes

Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts

  • Subpart B — General Provisions
  • Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
  • Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
  • Subpart E — Cost Principles
  • Subpart F — Audit Requirements

Contacts

Harry Fenstermaker
202-307-6687
500 1st Street NW , Washington, DC 20534
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2016-09-16. Spec v1.0. Last synced: 2026-06-02 02:46:55.