Forensics Training and Technical Assistance Program

Department Of Justice, Office Of Justice Programs

Program goal(s) name: Establish a FTCOE. Program goal(s) description: Strengthen the quality and practice of forensic science through training and technical assistance, research and development, testing and evaluation, technology adoption, and information exchange. Program objective(s) name: Improve knowledge and training on the most current forensic technologies. Project objective(s) description: Support and strengthen the capabilities of forensic science service providers through a range of

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Helps forensic science programs improve their services through training and expert guidance. Provides support to enhance capacity and implement best practices in forensic science.

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Funding
$500,000 - $3,741,139
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Regional & Community Development
Organization
Department Of Justice, Office Of Justice Programs

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What Is This Program?

Establish and operate a Forensic Technology Center of Excellence (FTCOE) to support research, development, testing, and evaluation process and technology transition activities in all areas of forensic science.

What Benefits Are Offered?

advisorytrainingtechnical assistance

Provides expertise, training, and technical assistance to grantees of specific BJA forensic science programs to help them meet strategic goals, implement national recommendations, enhance capacity and outcomes, and foster sustainability through new technologies and best practices.

Who Is Eligible?

Industries: forensic science, justice system, public safety

Region: US

Other Criteria: current grantee of a Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) forensic science program, grantees of DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (competitive and formula), grantees of Missing and Unidentified Human Remains Program (competitive), grantees of Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program (competitive and formula), grantees of Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence (competitive), grantees of Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA (competitive), grantees of Strengthening the Medical Examinerโ€“Coroner System Program (competitive)

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Prepare early by ensuring registration and users are up to date in the systems involved in the application process.
  • Review the DOJ Grant Application Submission Checklist.
  • Access JustGrants Application Submission Training Resources for guidance.
  • Submit your application through the JustGrants system.
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://justgrants.usdoj.gov/
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ“…Key Dates
May 15, 2026Closing Date
May 13, 2026Grants.gov Deadline
May 15, 2026Application JustGrants Deadline
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
fixed-deadline

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
  • Indirect cost rate agreement
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • Training and educational sessions
  • On-site or remote guidance on forensic-related issues
  • Assistance in increasing site capacity
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
mixed

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ”€Matching Required
Yes
๐Ÿ“ŠMatching Ratio
25% minimum
๐ŸฆEligible Matching Sources
  • cash
  • in-kind contributions
๐Ÿ“šStacking Rules
Cumulative government assistance allowed
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธProof of Matching Required
Documentation of cash and in-kind contributions required

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ—“๏ธReporting Frequency
quarterly
๐Ÿ“‘Reporting Requirements
  • performance measures
  • narrative questions
  • closeout questions
๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year
๐Ÿ“ขBranding Requirements
acknowledgment of federal funding
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

Alan.Spanbauer@usdoj.gov

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