Superfund State and Indian Tribe Combined Cooperative Agreements (Site-Specific and Core)

Superfund Combined, Bulk or Block Cooperative Agreements
CFDA 66.961 Active Cooperative Agreement
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Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding (estimated)
$8M FY2026
$9.4M
FY24
$8.1M
FY25
$8M
FY26*
* estimated

Funded Projects

Examples of what this program has supported.

FY2025 Site specific projects including non-time critical removal actions; site characterization; remedial investigations, feasibility studies, and remedial design activities to support CERCLA implementation; identification of and settlement agreements, enforcement actions against or oversight of Potentially Responsible Parties (PRPs). Non-site specific projects including program management and planning, legal and enforcement support hiring and training of state response staff, and procedures for emergency response actions.

Program Objective

To effectively implement the statutory requirements of CERCLA for state or tribal involvement and provide funds to conduct (1) site characterization activities at potential or confirmed hazardous waste sites; (2) undertake response planning at sites on the National Priorities List (NPL) and (3) CERCLA activities which are not assignable to specific sites that support a state or Indian tribe's Superfund program.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • U.S. Territory Government
  • State
  • Federally Recognized Tribal Government
  • Other
  • U.S. State Government

How to Apply

Application Procedure

Applicants, except in limited circumstances approved by the Agency, must submit all initial applications for funding through Grants.gov.

Award Procedure

EPA Regional Superfund program offices review applications for cooperative agreements. Final approval of application and supporting documentation and offer of award is made by the EPA Regional Administrator unless re-delegated to the Regional Superfund Division Director.

Approximately 90 days.

Program details & compliance

Description

This assistance program allows Superfund site-specific, non-remedial action activities and non-site specific state or Indian tribal Superfund support to be combined within the same cooperative agreement. States, territories and Indian tribes are the only eligible entities.

Mission Categories

Primary: Solid Waste Management

Other categories:
Water Pollution ControlAir Pollution ControlRadiation ControlPesticides Control

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

This assistance program allows site-specific, non-remedial action activities and non-site specific Core state or Indian tribal Superfund support to be combined within the same cooperative agreement. The site-specific activities may include (1) non-time critical removal actions; (2) site characterization activities such as preliminary assessments, site inspections, remedial investigations, feasibility studies, and remedial design activities at potential or confirmed hazardous waste sites; (3) support for CERCLA implementation activities; (4) identification of Potentially Responsible Parties (PRPs); (5) settlement negotiations; (6) enforcement actions against PRPs; and (7) oversight of PRP cleanups. Core program support ensures that states or Indian tribes can substantially participate in CERCLA response actions. Recipients negotiate with EPA Regions to receive funding for a variety of non-site specific activities that include: (1) procedures for emergency response actions and remediation of environmental and health risks; (2) provisions for satisfying all requirements and assurances; (3) development of legal authorities and enforcement support; (4) hiring and training staff; and (5) activities that support EPA/Recipient interaction. Assistance agreement awards under this program may involve or relate to geospatial information. Further information regarding geospatial information may be obtained by viewing the following website: Geospatial Resources at EPA (https://www.epa.gov/geospatial).Assistance agreement awards under this program may involve or relate to geospatial information. Further information regarding geospatial information may be obtained by viewing the following website: Geospatial Resources at EPA (https://www.epa.gov/geospatial).

Matching Requirements

As required by 40 CFR Part 35 Subpart O, State recipients of Core Program assistance must provide a 10 percent cost share for the Core Program activities proposed under the award. This match may be made from either direct, non-federal funds, non-reimbursed fund, or with in kind contributions. CERCLA credit earned at Superfund sites for remedial action cost share cannot be used to meet the 10 percent match. The site-specific funds awarded as part of this cooperative agreement are NOT subject to cost share. Indian tribes are not required to provide cost share for Core Program activities.

Reporting & Compliance

Audit Required
Yes — Determined at Time of Award
Records Retention
10 years

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

Ellyn Fine
202-566-1013
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. (Mail Code: 5204T), Washington, DC 20460
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2025-12-16. Spec v2.0. Last synced: 2026-05-30 02:35:48.