Hydrogen Storage Research And Development (20.764)
Program
20.764 Hydrogen Storage Research And Development
Federal Agency
RESEARCH AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authorization
SAFTEA- LU (Public Law 109 59 August 10, 2005 119 Stat. 1406) number 3891.
Program Number
20.764
Last Known Status
Active
Objectives
To conduct research to develop hydrogen storage technologies.
Types of Assistance
Project Grants.
Uses and Use Restrictions
The grantees will conduct research according to the provisions provided in SAFTEA- LU (Public Law 109-59, August 10, 2005 119 Stat. 1406) number 3891. The Department's role will be to manage the grants, provide technical collaboration, coordinate with the grantee to best address related DOT program needs and ensure that no unnecessary duplication of effort exists with other DOT projects.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
Earmark recipients as designated in SAFTEA-LU (Public Law 109-59, August. 10, 2005 119 Stat. 1406.) number 3891.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Public and private nonprofit institutions of higher learning and industry trade groups.
Credentials/Documentation
A formal application outlining how the institution will meet the project scope; detailed delineation of organization, staff, faculty, and budget. Costs are determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-21. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-87.
Application and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.
Application Procedure
No new grants will be awarded during the program's remaining authorization (through 2009).
Award Procedure
No new grants will be awarded during the program's remaining authorization (through 2009).
Deadlines
Proposal will be submitted by May 30, 2007, 5:00pm EST.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Appeals
Not Applicable.
Renewals
Not Applicable.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
The Federal share of this grant shall be 20 percent of the funds received by the grantee.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
SAFTEA- LU (Public Law 109-59, August 10, 2005 119 Stat 1406. number 3891.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
Quarterly progress reports, annual project reports, and a final technical report at the end of each research project.
Audits
In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-113 (Revised June 24, 1997), Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations, nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-113.
Records
Receipt is required to retain intact, for 3 years following submission of the final expenditure report, pending resolution of audit findings, all grant products, financial records, and supporting documents.
Program Accomplishments
Not Applicable.
Financial Information
Account Identification
69-1730-0-1-407.
Obligations
(Grants) FY 06 $0; FY 07 est $41,200,000; and FY 08 est $400,000.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$400,000/year (FY 07 represents FY 05 through FY 07).
Regulations, Guidelines and Literature
None Available.
Related Programs
None.
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
Not Applicable.
Headquarters Office
Research and Innovative Technology Administration, Research Development and Technology (RDT); U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Rm 2438, Washington, DC 20590. Telephone: (202) 366-4999.
Web Site Address
Examples of Funded Projects
None.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
None.
