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Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
2018 Farm Bill Section 12101National Animal Disease Preparedness and
Response Program (NADPRP)
2020 Funding OpportunityInformation for Applicants
Julie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Lead Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
2
3
About Farm Bill Section 12101
In the 2018 Farm Bill Congress provided funding to enhance APHISrsquo animal disease prevention and management efforts
Farm Bill Section 12101 (Animal Disease Prevention and Management) established a 3-pillar program
bull National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull National Animal Vaccine and Veterinary Countermeasures Bank (NAVVCB)
bull National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN)
The Farm Bill Section 12101 funding is part of an overall strategy to help prevent animal pests and diseases from entering the United States and reduce the spread and impact of
potential disease incursions
4
About Farm Bill Section 12101
3 pillars to strengthen animal health preparedness in the US
NADPRP-----
Preparedness and Response
NAVVCB----
Vaccines and Veterinary
Countermeasures
NAHLN----
Diagnostics
All three programs work together to keep high-consequence animal diseases from entering and spreading in the US
NADPRP is our Focus
5
About the NADPRP Program
National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program
Provide funds to support high-value projects that will prevent the introduction and spread of foreign and emerging animal diseases that threaten US agriculture
Program Featuresbull Cooperative or interagency agreementsbull Variety of eligible entities amp partnersbull Focus is on animal disease prevention readiness
and response
6
About the NADPRP Program
Livestock producer organizations
Veterinary organizations or specialty boards recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association
Land-grant universitiesand colleges of veterinary medicine
Indian Tribes Federal agencies
States including State departments of agriculture offices of the Statersquos chief animal health official and State emergency agencies
Under NADPRP APHIS may enter into agreements with a variety of animal health stakeholders to support high-value preparedness and response projects Through this network of partners NADPRP funds leverage national and local expertise to address specific animal disease preparedness and response issues across the country
Who Can Apply for Funds
7
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
APHIS administers the NADPRP program and provides competitive funding opportunities each year
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
We Are Here
8
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Accomplishments amp Next StepsDecember 2018Congress passed the 2018 Farm Bill including funding for animal disease preparedness and response
August 2019First competitive funding opportunity NADPRP funded 39 training amp exercise projects totaling $52 million
July 2020Now The 2020 funding opportunity is targeting projects to advance livestock biosecurity and livestock depopulation and carcass disposal capabilities and capacity during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
9
10
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull APHIS will make up to $10 million available for NADPRP projects in 2020
bull Most awards are likely to range from $25000 to $500000
bull Funds will be provided via cooperative or interagency agreements
bull Proposals must directly support one or more of the 2020 funding priorities
bull Applicants may submit more than one proposal
bull Expect projects to start in January ndash March 2021 and to be completed in 24 months or less
Funding Opportunity Basics
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
2
3
About Farm Bill Section 12101
In the 2018 Farm Bill Congress provided funding to enhance APHISrsquo animal disease prevention and management efforts
Farm Bill Section 12101 (Animal Disease Prevention and Management) established a 3-pillar program
bull National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull National Animal Vaccine and Veterinary Countermeasures Bank (NAVVCB)
bull National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN)
The Farm Bill Section 12101 funding is part of an overall strategy to help prevent animal pests and diseases from entering the United States and reduce the spread and impact of
potential disease incursions
4
About Farm Bill Section 12101
3 pillars to strengthen animal health preparedness in the US
NADPRP-----
Preparedness and Response
NAVVCB----
Vaccines and Veterinary
Countermeasures
NAHLN----
Diagnostics
All three programs work together to keep high-consequence animal diseases from entering and spreading in the US
NADPRP is our Focus
5
About the NADPRP Program
National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program
Provide funds to support high-value projects that will prevent the introduction and spread of foreign and emerging animal diseases that threaten US agriculture
Program Featuresbull Cooperative or interagency agreementsbull Variety of eligible entities amp partnersbull Focus is on animal disease prevention readiness
and response
6
About the NADPRP Program
Livestock producer organizations
Veterinary organizations or specialty boards recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association
Land-grant universitiesand colleges of veterinary medicine
Indian Tribes Federal agencies
States including State departments of agriculture offices of the Statersquos chief animal health official and State emergency agencies
Under NADPRP APHIS may enter into agreements with a variety of animal health stakeholders to support high-value preparedness and response projects Through this network of partners NADPRP funds leverage national and local expertise to address specific animal disease preparedness and response issues across the country
Who Can Apply for Funds
7
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
APHIS administers the NADPRP program and provides competitive funding opportunities each year
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
We Are Here
8
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Accomplishments amp Next StepsDecember 2018Congress passed the 2018 Farm Bill including funding for animal disease preparedness and response
August 2019First competitive funding opportunity NADPRP funded 39 training amp exercise projects totaling $52 million
July 2020Now The 2020 funding opportunity is targeting projects to advance livestock biosecurity and livestock depopulation and carcass disposal capabilities and capacity during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
9
10
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull APHIS will make up to $10 million available for NADPRP projects in 2020
bull Most awards are likely to range from $25000 to $500000
bull Funds will be provided via cooperative or interagency agreements
bull Proposals must directly support one or more of the 2020 funding priorities
bull Applicants may submit more than one proposal
bull Expect projects to start in January ndash March 2021 and to be completed in 24 months or less
Funding Opportunity Basics
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
3
About Farm Bill Section 12101
In the 2018 Farm Bill Congress provided funding to enhance APHISrsquo animal disease prevention and management efforts
Farm Bill Section 12101 (Animal Disease Prevention and Management) established a 3-pillar program
bull National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull National Animal Vaccine and Veterinary Countermeasures Bank (NAVVCB)
bull National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN)
The Farm Bill Section 12101 funding is part of an overall strategy to help prevent animal pests and diseases from entering the United States and reduce the spread and impact of
potential disease incursions
4
About Farm Bill Section 12101
3 pillars to strengthen animal health preparedness in the US
NADPRP-----
Preparedness and Response
NAVVCB----
Vaccines and Veterinary
Countermeasures
NAHLN----
Diagnostics
All three programs work together to keep high-consequence animal diseases from entering and spreading in the US
NADPRP is our Focus
5
About the NADPRP Program
National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program
Provide funds to support high-value projects that will prevent the introduction and spread of foreign and emerging animal diseases that threaten US agriculture
Program Featuresbull Cooperative or interagency agreementsbull Variety of eligible entities amp partnersbull Focus is on animal disease prevention readiness
and response
6
About the NADPRP Program
Livestock producer organizations
Veterinary organizations or specialty boards recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association
Land-grant universitiesand colleges of veterinary medicine
Indian Tribes Federal agencies
States including State departments of agriculture offices of the Statersquos chief animal health official and State emergency agencies
Under NADPRP APHIS may enter into agreements with a variety of animal health stakeholders to support high-value preparedness and response projects Through this network of partners NADPRP funds leverage national and local expertise to address specific animal disease preparedness and response issues across the country
Who Can Apply for Funds
7
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
APHIS administers the NADPRP program and provides competitive funding opportunities each year
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
We Are Here
8
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Accomplishments amp Next StepsDecember 2018Congress passed the 2018 Farm Bill including funding for animal disease preparedness and response
August 2019First competitive funding opportunity NADPRP funded 39 training amp exercise projects totaling $52 million
July 2020Now The 2020 funding opportunity is targeting projects to advance livestock biosecurity and livestock depopulation and carcass disposal capabilities and capacity during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
9
10
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull APHIS will make up to $10 million available for NADPRP projects in 2020
bull Most awards are likely to range from $25000 to $500000
bull Funds will be provided via cooperative or interagency agreements
bull Proposals must directly support one or more of the 2020 funding priorities
bull Applicants may submit more than one proposal
bull Expect projects to start in January ndash March 2021 and to be completed in 24 months or less
Funding Opportunity Basics
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
4
About Farm Bill Section 12101
3 pillars to strengthen animal health preparedness in the US
NADPRP-----
Preparedness and Response
NAVVCB----
Vaccines and Veterinary
Countermeasures
NAHLN----
Diagnostics
All three programs work together to keep high-consequence animal diseases from entering and spreading in the US
NADPRP is our Focus
5
About the NADPRP Program
National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program
Provide funds to support high-value projects that will prevent the introduction and spread of foreign and emerging animal diseases that threaten US agriculture
Program Featuresbull Cooperative or interagency agreementsbull Variety of eligible entities amp partnersbull Focus is on animal disease prevention readiness
and response
6
About the NADPRP Program
Livestock producer organizations
Veterinary organizations or specialty boards recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association
Land-grant universitiesand colleges of veterinary medicine
Indian Tribes Federal agencies
States including State departments of agriculture offices of the Statersquos chief animal health official and State emergency agencies
Under NADPRP APHIS may enter into agreements with a variety of animal health stakeholders to support high-value preparedness and response projects Through this network of partners NADPRP funds leverage national and local expertise to address specific animal disease preparedness and response issues across the country
Who Can Apply for Funds
7
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
APHIS administers the NADPRP program and provides competitive funding opportunities each year
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
We Are Here
8
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Accomplishments amp Next StepsDecember 2018Congress passed the 2018 Farm Bill including funding for animal disease preparedness and response
August 2019First competitive funding opportunity NADPRP funded 39 training amp exercise projects totaling $52 million
July 2020Now The 2020 funding opportunity is targeting projects to advance livestock biosecurity and livestock depopulation and carcass disposal capabilities and capacity during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
9
10
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull APHIS will make up to $10 million available for NADPRP projects in 2020
bull Most awards are likely to range from $25000 to $500000
bull Funds will be provided via cooperative or interagency agreements
bull Proposals must directly support one or more of the 2020 funding priorities
bull Applicants may submit more than one proposal
bull Expect projects to start in January ndash March 2021 and to be completed in 24 months or less
Funding Opportunity Basics
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
5
About the NADPRP Program
National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program
Provide funds to support high-value projects that will prevent the introduction and spread of foreign and emerging animal diseases that threaten US agriculture
Program Featuresbull Cooperative or interagency agreementsbull Variety of eligible entities amp partnersbull Focus is on animal disease prevention readiness
and response
6
About the NADPRP Program
Livestock producer organizations
Veterinary organizations or specialty boards recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association
Land-grant universitiesand colleges of veterinary medicine
Indian Tribes Federal agencies
States including State departments of agriculture offices of the Statersquos chief animal health official and State emergency agencies
Under NADPRP APHIS may enter into agreements with a variety of animal health stakeholders to support high-value preparedness and response projects Through this network of partners NADPRP funds leverage national and local expertise to address specific animal disease preparedness and response issues across the country
Who Can Apply for Funds
7
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
APHIS administers the NADPRP program and provides competitive funding opportunities each year
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
We Are Here
8
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Accomplishments amp Next StepsDecember 2018Congress passed the 2018 Farm Bill including funding for animal disease preparedness and response
August 2019First competitive funding opportunity NADPRP funded 39 training amp exercise projects totaling $52 million
July 2020Now The 2020 funding opportunity is targeting projects to advance livestock biosecurity and livestock depopulation and carcass disposal capabilities and capacity during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
9
10
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull APHIS will make up to $10 million available for NADPRP projects in 2020
bull Most awards are likely to range from $25000 to $500000
bull Funds will be provided via cooperative or interagency agreements
bull Proposals must directly support one or more of the 2020 funding priorities
bull Applicants may submit more than one proposal
bull Expect projects to start in January ndash March 2021 and to be completed in 24 months or less
Funding Opportunity Basics
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
6
About the NADPRP Program
Livestock producer organizations
Veterinary organizations or specialty boards recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association
Land-grant universitiesand colleges of veterinary medicine
Indian Tribes Federal agencies
States including State departments of agriculture offices of the Statersquos chief animal health official and State emergency agencies
Under NADPRP APHIS may enter into agreements with a variety of animal health stakeholders to support high-value preparedness and response projects Through this network of partners NADPRP funds leverage national and local expertise to address specific animal disease preparedness and response issues across the country
Who Can Apply for Funds
7
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
APHIS administers the NADPRP program and provides competitive funding opportunities each year
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
We Are Here
8
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Accomplishments amp Next StepsDecember 2018Congress passed the 2018 Farm Bill including funding for animal disease preparedness and response
August 2019First competitive funding opportunity NADPRP funded 39 training amp exercise projects totaling $52 million
July 2020Now The 2020 funding opportunity is targeting projects to advance livestock biosecurity and livestock depopulation and carcass disposal capabilities and capacity during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
9
10
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull APHIS will make up to $10 million available for NADPRP projects in 2020
bull Most awards are likely to range from $25000 to $500000
bull Funds will be provided via cooperative or interagency agreements
bull Proposals must directly support one or more of the 2020 funding priorities
bull Applicants may submit more than one proposal
bull Expect projects to start in January ndash March 2021 and to be completed in 24 months or less
Funding Opportunity Basics
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
7
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
APHIS administers the NADPRP program and provides competitive funding opportunities each year
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
We Are Here
8
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Accomplishments amp Next StepsDecember 2018Congress passed the 2018 Farm Bill including funding for animal disease preparedness and response
August 2019First competitive funding opportunity NADPRP funded 39 training amp exercise projects totaling $52 million
July 2020Now The 2020 funding opportunity is targeting projects to advance livestock biosecurity and livestock depopulation and carcass disposal capabilities and capacity during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
9
10
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull APHIS will make up to $10 million available for NADPRP projects in 2020
bull Most awards are likely to range from $25000 to $500000
bull Funds will be provided via cooperative or interagency agreements
bull Proposals must directly support one or more of the 2020 funding priorities
bull Applicants may submit more than one proposal
bull Expect projects to start in January ndash March 2021 and to be completed in 24 months or less
Funding Opportunity Basics
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
8
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Accomplishments amp Next StepsDecember 2018Congress passed the 2018 Farm Bill including funding for animal disease preparedness and response
August 2019First competitive funding opportunity NADPRP funded 39 training amp exercise projects totaling $52 million
July 2020Now The 2020 funding opportunity is targeting projects to advance livestock biosecurity and livestock depopulation and carcass disposal capabilities and capacity during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
9
10
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull APHIS will make up to $10 million available for NADPRP projects in 2020
bull Most awards are likely to range from $25000 to $500000
bull Funds will be provided via cooperative or interagency agreements
bull Proposals must directly support one or more of the 2020 funding priorities
bull Applicants may submit more than one proposal
bull Expect projects to start in January ndash March 2021 and to be completed in 24 months or less
Funding Opportunity Basics
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
9
10
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull APHIS will make up to $10 million available for NADPRP projects in 2020
bull Most awards are likely to range from $25000 to $500000
bull Funds will be provided via cooperative or interagency agreements
bull Proposals must directly support one or more of the 2020 funding priorities
bull Applicants may submit more than one proposal
bull Expect projects to start in January ndash March 2021 and to be completed in 24 months or less
Funding Opportunity Basics
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
10
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull APHIS will make up to $10 million available for NADPRP projects in 2020
bull Most awards are likely to range from $25000 to $500000
bull Funds will be provided via cooperative or interagency agreements
bull Proposals must directly support one or more of the 2020 funding priorities
bull Applicants may submit more than one proposal
bull Expect projects to start in January ndash March 2021 and to be completed in 24 months or less
Funding Opportunity Basics
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
11
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Application Deadline
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
12
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
1 Livestock depopulation and carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak responseAPHIS will support projects that will improve capabilities and capacities for rapid and large-scale animal depopulation andor carcass disposal during a high consequence animal disease outbreak response
2 Livestock BiosecurityAPHIS will support projects that will enhance US livestock biosecurity
2020 Funding Priorities
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
13
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 1 Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
bull Develop effective tools to conduct large-scale depopulation anddisposal of carcasses and related materials
bull Develop technologies to identify best practices
bull Train response personnel
bull Advance outreach and education efforts
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
14
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 1Livestock Depopulation And Carcass Disposal During A High Consequence Animal Disease Outbreak Response
1 Test efficacy of hydrated lime for disinfecting carcasses so they can be disposed of as uncontaminated
2 Determine if and under what conditions pathogens of high consequence survive in soil and groundwater when disposed on site
3 Test and recommend options for safe stagingstorage of infected carcasses if the depopulation rate exceeds the disposal rate
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
15
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
More about Funding Priority 2 Livestock Biosecurity
bull Improve awareness and understanding of biosecurity
bull Identify minimum biosecurity knowledge
bull Support State and local efforts to encourage producer participation
bull Implement and exercise existing Secure Food Supply plans
bull Assess existing biosecurity methods to identify what works best
bull Enhance understanding of biosecurity and risk related to animal movement
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
16
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Project Examples - Funding Priority 2Livestock Biosecurity
1 Identify gaps in outreach and educational material related to biosecurity for underrepresented special emphasis groups
2 Build a realistic set of guidelines to include specific biosecurity protocols for beef and dairy incorporate these into SFS Plans and exercise these products
3 Validate methods for decontaminating vehicles such as livestock carriers and other vehicles leaving infected premises
4 Assess existing biosecurity process and procedure gaps and develop an innovative guidance tool that addresses solution contact times organic matter removal validation of CampD processes
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
17
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals
bull Address significant known gaps or problems
bull Advance outreach and education to agriculture sector response partners
bull Align with and support published standards regulations and best management practices
bull Build on existing techniques or enhance science-based innovation
bull Address needs of high-risk underserved non-traditional niche or hard-to-reach audiences
bull Leverage effective partnerships across livestock and related industry and veterinary organizations State Federal academic cooperative extension and other animal disease response collaborators
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
18
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
19
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
bull Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using ezFedGrants
bull Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to VSNADPRPusdagov by the deadline listed below
bull Following submission Federal applicants will receive further communication from APHIS regarding requirements and processes for Interagency Agreements
bull An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be obtained at ezFedGrants Applications and Agreements
Application packages must be submitted by 1159 PM EDT on September 14 2020
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
20
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants
1 Request Level 2 eAuthentication from USDA2 Request access to ezFedGrants
Job Aids
External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide athttpsnfcusdagovFSSTrainingOnlineezFedGrantsResourcesJA-Onboarding_Quick_Referencepdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access httpswwwaphisusdagovmrpbsfmddownloadsezFedGrants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-
GAO-Accesspdf
These instructions will walk you through the eAuth and ezFedGrants access
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
21
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Application must include the following
bull SF-424 ndash Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull SF-424A ndash Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)bull Certification Regarding Lobbying - For awards greater than $100Kbull SF-LLL ndash Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - awards gt$100K if activities to disclosebull Work Planbull Financial Planbull Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement - If claiming indirect costsbull Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence ndash If applicable
All forms can be found on the NADPRP website
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)Not all States participate
bull Executive Order 12372bull Issued with the desire to foster the intergovernmental partnership
and strengthen federalism by relying on State and local processes for the coordination and review of proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development
bull The Order allows each State to designate an entity to perform the review function
22
State SPOC information
can be found here
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
23
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Work Plan
bull Applicants are encouraged to use the work plan template
bull Template contains detailed guidance for all required information
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
bull NADPRP website
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
24
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity How to Apply
Financial Planbull Financial Plan must match the SF-424A Section B
Budget Categoriesbull Personnelbull Fringe Benefitsbull Travelbull Equipmentbull Suppliesbull Contractualbull Otherbull Totals
bull Template is located on NADPRP website
bull Upload as an attachment in the ezFedGrants system
Financial Plan must match the SF-424-A Section B Budget Categories Cost Category Item Description Total Budget
Personnel 1 Temp Clerk $1300hr 20 hrwk for 52 weeks 1040 hours $1352000
1 Temp Training Project Coordinator $2000 hour 40 hrwk for 52 weeks 2080 hours $4160000
$5512000
Fringe Benefits
30 for Temp Clerk $397500
41 for Project Coordinator $1705600
$000
$2103100
Travel
24 Animal Agriculture Sector Responders Participate in Emergency Management Exercise in Raleigh NC (Flights $40000 each) 5 nights lodging ($11700 each per night) 6 days MampIE ($5600 each per day)
$3170400
1 Training Course for Project Coordinator in Riverdale MD (Flight $50000) 2 nights lodging ($25100 per night) 3 days MampIE ($7600 per day) Taxi tofrom Airport ($10000)
$133000
$3303400
Equipment
$000
$000
$000
Supplies
Office supplies 10 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + 9 Envelopes (6$38=$228) + File Folders (16$2200=352) $80800
Outreach Pamphlets $50000
$130800
Contractual
Subcontract with XYZ Contractor for Disposal (carcass and waste management) $1100000
Diagnostic sample collection submission amp reporting 500 samples $1000 ea $500000
$1600000
Other
Training Registration Fee for Project Coordinator $50000
Space Rental Fee for Training Exercise $100000
$150000
Totals
Total Direct Costs $12799300
All Other Indirect Costs( 10 of Total Direct Costs) $1279930
Total Project Costs $14079230
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
25
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
26
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Personnel
bull Fringe Benefits
bull Outreach Materials
bull Equipment
bull Information Technology
bull Travel
bull Supplies
bull Contractual
bull Other such as conference registration fees communications printing publication charges computer time or usage Recipient laboratory testing etc
Must be Reasonable Allocable and Necessary for Project Completion
Allowable Costs
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
27
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Construction bull Land acquisitionbull Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry cooperative
programsbull International travelbull Promotional or thank-you materialbull Food and beverage for meetings trainings or workshopsbull Bonuses or commissionsbull Fundraisingbull Meeting conference symposia or workshop honoraria
Unallowable Costs
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
28
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Applicants may charge their negotiated indirect cost rate to the applicable base or 10 percent of the total direct costs whichever is lower Eligible cooperatorrsquos assessment of indirect costs are limited to not more than 10 of total direct costs or the application of their indirect cost rate agreement whichever is less
bull The applicant must submit a current fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 20019) when indirect costs are assessed in the budget
bull No indirect costs can be claimed if the recipient does not have a fully executed Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement
Indirect Costs
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
29
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
Cost SharingMatching
bull There is no required cost sharematch for NADPRP or NAHLN cooperative agreements
bull If a recipient includes cost share in their budget proposal and it is accepted by APHIS VS the commitment of funds becomes legally binding must be reported on the SF-425 and is subject to audit
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
30
NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull Be reasonablebull Necessary to the project goalsbull Leverage existing recipient
resources such as personnel vehicles computers where possible
All costs in a work plan must meet the following to achieve cost effectiveness While sending your project team
to Hawaii may sound like a fantastic idea it is probably
not reasonable
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
31
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
32
About the NADPRP Program
NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Priorities
Award Funds
Review Proposals
Open Period
Approve Monitor amp Report
What Happens Next
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
33
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Initial ScreeningApplications must meet minimum eligibility criteria
bull Review TeamApplications are scored and ranked by a team of reviewers Reviewers are subject matter experts nominated by APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board The reviewers recommend what proposals to fund amp the funding levels
bull USDA ApprovalUSDA makes final decisions and approvals on each proposal
bull Applicant Notification After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan applicants are notified via email and APHIS announces the spending plan and posts the list of funded projects on the NADPRP website
Review Process
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
34
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Proposal is submitted by an eligible entity
bull Proposal addresses at least one of the funding priorities
bull All required documents are included in the application package
bull Application package is submitted by the deadline
Initial Screening Eligibility Criteria
Proposals that are missing any required forms will be rejected during initial screening
NewThisYear
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
35
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Strongly amp directly addresses the prioritiesStrong and direct support for at least one of the priorities and sound knowledge of existing activity associated with the priority area
bull Feasibility of successWell-organized and high-quality approach reasonable schedule adequate budget partnerships skill amp experience
bull Critical need
Review Criteria
bull Impact and value of outcomesHigh-value outcomes impact of outcomes potential for knowledge transfer
bull Cost effectivenessAll costs are reasonable and necessary good use of existing resources
bull Best practices andor innovation
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
36
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully Be sure your application package is complete and includes all required information and forms
bull Review your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
bull Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that explains what the project will do amp what it will deliver
bull Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly support the funding priorities will be considered
Review ndash Take Homes
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
Agenda
bull About the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP)
bull The 2020 NADPRP Funding Opportunity amp Funding Priorities
bull How to Apply
bull Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds
bull What Happens After You Submit Your Proposal
bull Wrap up
37
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
38
About the NADPRP 2020 Funding Opportunity
bull VS looks forward to collaborating with cooperators to successfully complete project activities
bull During the Open Period
bull VS staff (including NADPRP team members AVICs and others) may help applicants by providing general information and consultation to assist in developing project proposals
bull VS staff cannot critique review or collaborate in writing developing your proposal
bull If you have questions contact the VS NADPRP team at VSNADPRPusdagov
Veterinary Servicesrsquo Role as Cooperator
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
39
Resources
The NADPRP Website has GREAT information for applicants
1 All application materials
2 FAQs ndash answers to frequently asked questions
3 Work Plan template (Word)
4 Financial Plan template (Excel)
5 Guidelines for Use of Funds
6 Links to all required forms
7 Webinar recordings amp presentation materials
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
40
Resources
NADPRP Webinar 2 Tips for Preparing NADPRP Proposals
Join us for a webinar on writing NADPRP proposals
July 30 2020 at 300 pm EASTERN TIMEJoin by Phone 1-888-251-2949 Access Code 1556907Join on your Computer httpsems8intellorcomlogin829883
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
41
Resources
Contact Us
Contact our Team at VSNADPRPusdagov
For specific questions contact
ezFedGrants
VSSPAgreementsusdagov
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
42
QUESTIONS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Thank youJulie Wallin Program CoordinatorMelinda Springer Management AnalystDonna Shultz Grants SpecialistLaura Wilson Grants Specialist
Veterinary ServicesUSDA APHIS
