National Computer Forensics Institute Facility Expansion Grant Program
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
The objective is the expansion of the National Computer Forensics Institute's (NCFI) current facility at Hoover, Alabama. This grant is for the creation of three 35-person classrooms, a 250-person auditorium, and 20 administrative offices for additional staffing.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- For-profit organizations
Applicants must have legal authority to modify NCFI's existing facility at the Public Safety Center in Hoover, Alabama.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
The completion and submittal of the "Environmental Project Information Questionnaire" will be required as part of the application process.
Contact the headquarters office for application deadlines.
Award Procedure
See program guidance.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 30 to 60 days
See program guidance.
Program details & compliance
Description
The purpose of this grant program is to fund the expansion of the National Computer Forensics Institute’s (NCFI) current facility at Hoover, Alabama. The facility expansion enables the NCFI to grow its mission to educate, train, and equip State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and judges regarding the investigation and prevention of cybersecurity incidents, electronic crimes, and related cybersecurity threats pursuant to 6 U.S.C., Sub-Section 383.
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Funds may only be expended to the existing National Computer Forensics Institute facility currently used by the United States Secret Service. Additionally, no more than 5% of funds may be expended for administrative costs of the Department of Homeland Security.