How do I apply for CTAS funding?

Applications will be submitted through DOJ’s Grants Management System (GMS). Applicants should begin the process immediately. DOJ highly recommends starting the registration process as early as possible to prevent submitting the application past the specified deadline.

Applicants are required to complete the following six steps. A manual with complete instructions is available on how to register and submit an application in GMS.

The basic steps follow:

1. Acquire a DUNS Number. A DUNS number is required to submit an application in GMS. The Office of Management and Budget requires that all businesses and nonprofit applicants for federal funds include a DUNS (Data Universal Numbering System) number in their application for a new award or renewal of an existing award. A DUNS number is a unique nine or thirteen-digit sequence recognized as the universal standard for identifying and keeping track of entities receiving federal funds. The identifier is used for tracking purposes and to validate address and point of contact information for federal assistance applicants, recipients, and sub-recipients. The DUNS number will be used throughout the grant life cycle. Obtaining a DUNS number is a free, one-time activity. Obtain a DUNS number by calling 1-866-705-5711 or by apply online at the link supplied above. Individuals are exempt from this requirement.

2. Acquire or Renew Registration with the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Database. CCR registration is required to receive funding. DOJ requires that all applicants (other than individuals) for federal financial assistance maintain current registrations in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database. The CCR database is the repository for standard information about federal financial assistance applicants, recipients, and sub-recipients. Organizations that have previously submitted applications via Grants.gov are already registered with CCR, as it is a requirement for Grants.gov registration. Please note, however, applicants must update or renew their CCR registration at least once per year to maintain an active status. Information about CCR registration procedures can be accessed online or by calling 866-606-8220. Applicants should ensure that their CCR registration is completed before starting the application process in GMS.

3. Acquire a GMS Username and Password. If you are a new user, please create a GMS profile by selecting the first time user link under the sign-in box of the GMS home page. For more information on how to register in GMS, go to the GMS manual. If you are a returning GMS user, please log into GMS with your current username and password. If necessary, please update your GMS profile containing your DUNS number and contact information. Please register in GMS at least one week prior to the application deadline.

4. Search for the Funding Opportunity on GMS. After you log into GMS or complete your GMS profile for your username and password, go to the Funding Opportunities link on the left-hand side of the page. Please select “Department of Justice” and “FY 2012 Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation.”

5. Finalize Registration by Selecting the Apply Online Link Associated with the Solicitation Title. The search results from step 4 will display the solicitation title along with the Registration and Application Deadlines for this funding opportunity. Please select the Apply Online button in the Action Column to create an application in the system.

6. Submit an Application Consistent with This Solicitation by Following the Directions in GMS. Once submitted, GMS will display a confirmation screen stating your submission was successful. Important: You are urged to submit your application at least 72 hours prior to the due date of the application.

Note: The budget detail and narrative worksheet requires Excel 2007 or 2010.

Note: DOJ’s Grants Management System (GMS) does not accept executable file types as application attachments. These disallowed file types include, but are not limited to, the following extensions: ".com," ".bat," ".exe," ".vbs," ".cfg," ".dat," ".db," ".dbf," ".dll," ".ini," ".log," ".ora," ".sys," and ".zip."

Applicants without Internet access who cannot submit an application electronically to GMS, please contact the Response Center at 1-800-421-6770.

For more specific application questions concerning the 2012 CTAS solicitation please check the FAQs.