81 FR 15533 - Office of Tribal Self-Governance; Negotiation Cooperative Agreement
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Indian Health Service Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 56 (March 23, 2016)
Indian Health Service
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 56 (March 23, 2016)
| Page Range | 15533-15540 | |
| FR Document | 2016-06556 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 56 (Wednesday, March 23, 2016)] [Notices] [Pages 15533-15540] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-06556] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Indian Health Service Office of Tribal Self-Governance; Negotiation Cooperative Agreement Announcement Type: New--Limited Competition. Funding Announcement Number: HHS-2016-IHS-TSGN-0001. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number: 93.444. Key Dates Application Deadline Date: June 3, 2016. Review Date: June 17, 2016. Earliest Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2016. Signed Tribal Resolutions Due Date: June 3, 2016. I. Funding Opportunity Description Statutory Authority The Indian Health Service (IHS) Office of Tribal Self-Governance (OTSG) is accepting limited competition Negotiation Cooperative Agreement applications for Tribal Self-Governance Program (TSGP). This program is authorized under Title V of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA), 25 U.S.C. 458aaa-2(e). This program is described in the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA), available at https://www.cfda.gov/, under 93.444. Background The TSGP is more than an IHS program; it is an expression of the government-to- government relationship between the United States and Indian Tribes. Through the TSGP, Tribes negotiate with the IHS to assume Programs, Services, Functions and Activities (PSFAs), or portions thereof, which gives Tribes the authority to manage and tailor health care programs in a manner that best fits the needs of their communities. Participation in the TSGP is one of three ways that Tribes can choose to obtain health care from the Federal Government for their members. Specifically, Tribes can choose to: (1) Receive health care services directly from the IHS, (2) contract with the IHS to administer individual PSFAs that the IHS would otherwise provide (referred to as Title I Self-Determination Contracting), or (3) compact with the IHS to assume control over healthcare PSFAs that the IHS would otherwise provide (referred to as Title V Self-Governance Compacting or the TSGP). These options are not exclusive and Tribes may choose to combine options based on their individual needs and circumstances. Participation in the TSGP affords Tribes the most flexibility to tailor health care PSFAs to the needs of their communities. The TSGP is a Tribally-driven initiative and strong Tribal/Federal partnerships are essential for program success. The IHS established the OTSG to implement Tribal self-governance authorities. The OTSG: (1) Serves as the primary liaison and advocate for Tribes participating in the TSGP, (2) develops, directs, and implements TSGP policies and procedures, (3) provides information and technical assistance to Self- Governance Tribes, and (4) advises the IHS Director on compliance with TSGP policies, regulations, and guidelines. Each IHS Area has an Agency Lead Negotiator (ALN), designated by the IHS Director, who has the authority to negotiate Self-Governance Compacts and Funding Agreements. A Tribe should contact their respective ALN to begin the self- governance planning process or, if [[Page 15534]] currently an existing Self-Governance Tribe, discuss methods to expand current PSFAs. The ALN shall provide an overview of the TSGP negotiations process and will provide technical assistance as the Tribe prepares to participate in the TSGP. Purpose The purpose of this Negotiation Cooperative Agreement is to provide Tribes with resources to help defray costs related to preparing for and conducting TSGP negotiations. TSGP negotiations are a dynamic, evolving, and Tribally-driven process that requires careful planning and preparation by both Tribal and Federal parties, including the sharing of precise, up-to-date information. The design of the negotiations process: (1) Enables a Tribe to set its own priorities when assuming responsibility for IHS PSFAs, (2) observes the government-to-government relationship between the United States and each Tribe, and (3) involves the active participation of both Tribal and IHS representatives, including the OTSG. Because each Tribal situation is unique, a Tribe's successful transition into the TSGP, or expansion of their current program, requires focused discussions between the Federal and Tribal negotiation teams about the Tribe's specific health care concerns and plans. The negotiations process has four major stages, including: (1) Planning, (2) pre-negotiations, (3) negotiations, and (4) post- negotiations. Title V of the ISDEAA requires that a Tribe or Tribal organization complete a planning phase to the satisfaction of the Tribe. The planning phase must include legal and budgetary research and internal Tribal government planning and organizational preparation relating to the administration of health care programs. During pre- negotiations, the Tribal and Federal negotiation teams review and discuss issues identified during the planning phase. A draft compact, funding agreement, and funding tables are developed, typically by the Tribe, and distributed to both the Tribal and Federal negotiation teams. These draft documents are used as the basis for pre- and final negotiations. Pre-negotiations provide an opportunity for the Tribe and the IHS to identify and discuss issues directly related to the Tribe's compact, funding agreement, and Tribal shares. At final negotiations, Tribal and Federal negotiation teams come together to determine and agree upon the terms and provisions of the Tribe's compact and funding agreement. The Tribal negotiation team must include a Tribal leader from the governing body. This representative may be a Tribal leader or a designee, like the Tribal Health Director. The Tribal negotiation team may also include technical and program staff, legal counsel, and other consultants. The Federal negotiations team is led by the ALN and generally includes an OTSG Program Analyst and a member of the Office of the General Counsel. It may also include other IHS staff and subject matter experts as needed. The ALN is the only member of the Federal negotiation team with delegated authority to negotiate on behalf of the IHS Director. Negotiations provide an opportunity for the Tribal and Federal negotiation teams to work together in good faith to enhance each self- governance agreement. Negotiations are not an allocation process; they provide an opportunity to mutually review and discuss budget and program issues. As issues arise, both negotiation teams work through the issues to reach agreement on the final documents. After the negotiations are complete, the compact and funding agreement are signed by the authorizing Tribal official and submitted to the ALN who then reviews the final package to ensure each document accurately reflects what was negotiated. Once the ALN completes this review, the final package is submitted to the OTSG to be prepared for the IHS Director's signature. After the compact and funding agreement have been signed by both parties, they become legally binding and enforceable agreements. The negotiating Tribe then becomes a ``Self-Governance Tribe,'' and a participant in the TSGP. A Negotiation Cooperative Agreement is not a prerequisite to enter the TSGP. A Tribe may use other resources to develop and negotiate its compact and funding agreement. Tribes that receive a Negotiation Cooperative Agreement are not obligated to participate in Title V and may choose to delay or decline participation or expansion in the TSGP. Limited Competition Justification There is limited competition under this announcement because the authorizing legislation restricts eligibility to Tribes that meet specific criteria. See 25 U.S.C. 458aaa-2(e); 42 CFR 137.24-26; see also 42 CFR 137.10. II. Award Information Type of Award Cooperative Agreement. Estimated Funds Available The total amount of funding identified for fiscal year (FY) 2016 is approximately $240,000. Individual award amounts are anticipated to be $48,000. The amount of funding available for competing awards issued under this announcement are subject to the availability of appropriations and budgetary priorities of the Agency. The IHS is under no obligation to make awards that are selected for funding under this announcement. Anticipated Number of Awards Approximately five awards will be issued under this program announcement. Project Period The project period is for 12 months and runs from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017. Cooperative Agreement Cooperative agreements awarded by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) are administered under the same policies as a grant. The funding agency (IHS) is required to have substantial programmatic involvement in the project during the entire award segment. Below is a detailed description of the level of involvement required for both IHS and the grantee. IHS will be responsible for activities listed under section A and the grantee will be responsible for activities listed under section B as stated: Substantial Involvement Description for the TSGP Negotiation Cooperative Agreement A. IHS Programmatic Involvement (1) Provide descriptions of PSFAs and associated funding at all organizational levels (Service Unit, Area, and Headquarters), including funding formulas and methodologies related to determining Tribal shares. (2) Meet with Negotiation Cooperative Agreement recipient to provide program information and discuss methods currently used to manage and deliver health care. (3) Identify and provide statutes, regulations, and policies that provide authority for administering IHS programs. (4) Provide technical assistance on the IHS budget, Tribal shares, and other topics as needed. B. Grantee Negotiation Cooperative Agreement Award Activities (1) Determine the PSFAs that will be negotiated into the Tribe's compact and funding agreement. Prepare and discuss each PSFA in comparison to the current level of services provided so that an informed decision can be made on new or expanded program assumption. [[Page 15535]] (2) Identify Tribal shares associated with the PSFAs that will be included in the funding agreement. (3) Develop the terms and conditions that will be set forth in both the compact and funding agreement to submit to the ALN prior to negotiations. III. Eligibility Information 1. Eligibility To be eligible for this Limited Competition Negotiation Cooperative Agreement under this announcement, an applicant must: A. Be an ``Indian Tribe'' as defined in 25 U.S.C. 450b(e); a ``Tribal Organization'' as defined in 25 U.S.C. 450b(l); or an ``Inter- Tribal Consortium'' as defined at 42 CFR 137.10. However, Alaska Native Villages or Alaska Native Village Corporations are not eligible if they are located within the area served by an Alaska Native regional health entity. See Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014, Public Law 113-76. By statute, the Native Village of Eyak, Eastern Aleutian Tribes, and the Council for Athabascan Tribal Governments have also been deemed Alaska Native regional health entities and therefore are eligible to apply. Those Alaska Tribes not represented by a Self-Governance Tribal consortium Funding Agreement within their area may still be considered to participate in the TSGP. B. Demonstrate, for three fiscal years, financial stability and financial management capability. The Indian Tribe must provide evidence that, for the three years prior to participation in Self-Governance, the Indian Tribe has had no uncorrected significant and material audit exceptions in the required annual audit of the Indian Tribe's Self- Determination Contracts or Self-Governance Funding Agreements with any Federal agency. See 25 U.S.C. 458aaa-2; 42 CFR 137.15-23. For Tribes or Tribal organizations that expended $750,000 or more ($500,000 for FYs ending after December 31, 2003) in Federal awards, the OTSG shall retrieve the audits directly from the Federal Audit Clearinghouse. For Tribes or Tribal organizations that expended less than $750,000 ($500,000 for FYs ending after December 31, 2003) in Federal awards, the Tribe or Tribal organization must provide evidence of the program review correspondence from IHS or Bureau of Indian Affairs officials. See 42 CFR 137.21-23. Meeting the eligibility criteria for a Negotiation Cooperative Agreement does not mean that a Tribe or Tribal organization is eligible for participation in the IHS TSGP under Title V of the ISDEAA. See 25 U.S.C. 458aaa-2; 42 CFR 137.15-23. For additional information on eligibility for the IHS TSGP, please visit the Eligibility and Funding page on the OTSG Web site, located at: http://www.ihs.gov/SelfGovernance. Note: Please refer to Section IV.2 (Application and Submission Information/Subsection 2, Content and Form of Application Submission) for additional proof of applicant status documents required such as Tribal resolutions, proof of non-profit status, etc. 2. Cost Sharing or Matching The IHS does not require matching funds or cost sharing for grants or cooperative agreements. 3. Other Requirements If application budgets exceed the highest dollar amount outlined under the ``Estimated Funds Available'' section within this funding announcement, the application will be considered ineligible and will not be reviewed for further consideration. If deemed ineligible, IHS will not return the application. The applicant will be notified by email by the Division of Grants Management (DGM) of this decision. Tribal Resolution An Indian Tribe or Tribal organization that is proposing a project affecting another Indian Tribe must include resolutions from all affected Tribes to be served. Applications by Tribal organizations will not require a specific Tribal resolution if the current Tribal resolution(s) under which they operate would encompass the proposed grant activities. An official signed Tribal resolution must be received by the DGM prior to a Notice of Award being issued to any applicant selected for funding. However, if an official signed Tribal resolution cannot be submitted with the electronic application submission prior to the official application deadline date, a draft Tribal resolutions must be submitted by the deadline in order for the application to be considered complete and eligible for review. The draft tribal resolution is not in lieu of the required signed resolution, but is acceptable until a signed resolution is received. If an official signed Tribal resolution is not received by DGM when funding decisions are made, then a Notice of Award will not be issued to that applicant and they will not receive any IHS funds until such time as they have submitted a signed resolution to the Grants Management Specialist listed in this Funding Announcement. An applicant submitting any of the above additional documentation after the initial application submission due date is required to ensure the information was received by the IHS by obtaining documentation confirming delivery (i.e. FedEx tracking, postal return receipt, etc.). IV. Application and Submission Information 1. Obtaining Application Materials The application package and detailed instructions for this announcement can be found at http://www.Grants.gov or http://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/. Questions regarding the electronic application process may be directed to Mr. Paul Gettys at (301) 443-2114 or (301) 443-5204. 2. Content and Form Application Submission The applicant must include the project narrative as an attachment to the application package. Mandatory documents for all applicants include:Table of contents. Abstract (one page) summarizing the project. Application forms: [cir] SF-424, Application for Federal Assistance. [cir] SF-424A, Budget Information--Non-Construction Programs. [cir] SF-424B, Assurances--Non-Construction Programs. Budget Justification and Narrative (must be single spaced and not exceed five pages). Project Narrative (must be single spaced and not exceed ten pages). [cir] Background information on the Tribe or Tribal organization. [cir] Proposed scope of work, objectives, and activities that provide a description of what will be accomplished, including a one- page Timeframe Chart. Tribal Resolution(s). 501(c)(3) Certificate (if applicable). Biographical sketches for all Key Personnel. Contractor/Consultant resumes or qualifications and scope of work. Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (SF-LLL). Certification Regarding Lobbying (GG-Lobbying Form). Copy of current Negotiated Indirect Cost rate (IDC) agreement (required) in order to receive IDC. Organizational Chart (optional). Public Policy Requirements All Federal-wide public policies apply to IHS grants and cooperative agreements with exception of the Discrimination policy. [[Page 15536]] Requirements for Project and Budget Narratives A. Project Narrative: This narrative should be a separate Word document that is no longer than ten pages and must: Be single- spaced, be type written, have consecutively numbered pages, use black type not smaller than 12 characters per one inch, and be printed on one side only of standard size 8\1/2\'' x 11'' paper. Be sure to succinctly address and answer all questions listed under the narrative and place them under the evaluation criteria (refer to Section V.1, Evaluation criteria in this announcement) and place all responses and required information in the correct section (noted below), or they shall not be considered or scored. These narratives will assist the Objective Review Committee (ORC) in becoming familiar with the applicant's activities and accomplishments prior to this cooperative agreement award. If the narrative exceeds the page limit, only the first ten pages will be reviewed. The ten page limit for the narrative does not include the work plan, standard forms, Tribal resolutions, table of contents, budget and budget justifications, narratives, and/or other appendix items. There are three parts to the narrative: Part A--Program Information; Part B--Program Planning and Evaluation; and Part C-- Program Report. See below for additional details about what must be included in the narrative. Part A: Program Information (4 Page Limitation) Section 1: Needs Introduction and Need for Assistance Demonstrate that the Tribe has conducted previous self- governance planning activities by clearly stating the results of what was learned during the planning process. Explain how the Tribe has determined it has the knowledge and expertise to assume or expand PSFAs. Identify the need for assistance and how the Negotiation Cooperative Agreement would benefit the health activities the Tribe is preparing to assume or expand. Part B: Program Planning and Evaluation (4 Page Limitation) Section 1: Program Plans Project Objective(s), Work Plan and Approach State in measurable terms the objectives and appropriate activities to achieve the following Cooperative Agreement Recipient Award Activities: (a) Determine the PSFAs that will be negotiated into the Tribe's Compact and Funding Agreement. Prepare and discuss each PSFA in comparison to the current level of services provided so that an informed decision can be made on new or expanded program assumption. (b) Identify Tribal shares associated with the PSFAs that will be included in the Funding Agreement. (c) Develop the terms and conditions that will be set forth in both the Compact and Funding Agreement to submit to the ALN prior to negotiations. (d) Describe fully and clearly how the Tribe's proposal will result in an improved approach to managing the PSFAs to be assumed or expanded. Include how the Tribe plans to demonstrate improved health services to the community and incorporate the proposed timelines for negotiations. Organizational Capabilities, Key Personnel and Qualifications Describe the organizational structure of the Tribe and its ability to manage the proposed project. Include resumes or position descriptions of key staff showing requisite experience and expertise. If applicable, include resumes and scope of work for consultants that demonstrate experience and expertise relevant to the project. Section 2: Program Evaluation Describe fully and clearly the improvements that will be made by the Tribe to manage the health care system and identify the anticipated or expected benefits for the Tribe. Define the criteria to be used to evaluate objectives associated with the project. Part C: Program Report (2 Page Limitation) Section 1: Describe major accomplishments over the last 24 months. Please identify and describe significant health related accomplishments associated with the delivery of quality health services. This section should highlight major program achievements over the last 24 months. Section 2: Describe major activities over the last 24 months. Please provide an overview of significant program activities associated with the delivery of quality health services over the last 24 months. This section should address significant program activities including those related to the accomplishments listed in the previous section. B. Budget Narrative: This narrative must include a line item budget with a narrative justification for all expenditures identifying reasonable and allowable costs necessary to accomplish the goals and objectives as outlined in the project narrative. Budget should match the scope of work described in the project narrative. The page limitation should not exceed five pages. 3. Submission Dates and Times Applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on the Application Deadline Date listed in the Key Dates section on page one of this announcement. Any application received after the application deadline will not be accepted for processing, nor will it be given further consideration for funding. Grants.gov will notify the applicant via email if the application is rejected. If technical challenges arise and assistance is required with the electronic application process, contact Grants.gov Customer Support via email to [email protected] or at (800) 518-4726. Customer Support is available to address questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (except on Federal holidays). If problems persist, contact Mr. Paul Gettys ([email protected]), DGM Grant Systems Coordinator, by telephone at (301) 443-2114 or (301) 443-5204. Please be sure to contact Mr. Gettys at least ten days prior to the application deadline. Please do not contact the DGM until you have received a Grants.gov tracking number. In the event you are not able to obtain a tracking number, call the DGM as soon as possible. If the applicant needs to submit a paper application instead of submitting electronically through Grants.gov, a waiver must be requested. Prior approval must be requested and obtained from Mr. Robert Tarwater, Director, DGM. The waiver must: (1) Be documented in writing (emails are acceptable), before submitting a paper application, and (2) include clear justification for the need to deviate from the required electronic grants submission process. A written waiver request must be sent to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected]. Once the waiver request has been approved, the applicant will receive a confirmation of approval email containing submission instructions and the mailing address to submit the application. A copy of the written approval must be submitted along with the hardcopy of the application that is mailed to DGM. Paper applications that are submitted without a copy of the signed waiver from the Director of Grants Management, will not be reviewed or considered for funding. The applicant will be notified via email of this decision by the Grants Management Officer of the DGM. Paper applications must be received by the DGM no later than 5:00 p.m., EDT, on the Application Deadline Date listed in the Key Dates section on page one of this announcement. Late applications will not be accepted for processing or considered for funding. 4. Intergovernmental Review Executive Order 12372 requiring intergovernmental review is not applicable to this program. 5. Funding Restrictions Pre-award costs are not allowable. The available funds are inclusive of direct and appropriate indirect costs. Only one grant/cooperative agreement will be awarded per applicant per grant cycle. Tribes cannot apply for both the Planning Cooperative [[Page 15537]] Agreement and the Negotiation Cooperative Agreement within the same grant cycle. IHS will not acknowledge receipt of applications. 6. Electronic Submission Requirements All applications must be submitted electronically. Please use the http://www.Grants.gov Web site to submit an application electronically and select the ``Find Grant Opportunities'' link on the homepage. Download a copy of the application package, complete it offline, and then upload and submit the completed application via the http://www.Grants.gov Web site. Electronic copies of the application may not be submitted as attachments to email messages addressed to IHS employees or offices. If the applicant receives a waiver to submit paper application documents, they must follow the rules and timelines that are noted below. The applicant must seek assistance at least ten days prior to the Application Deadline Date listed in the Key Dates section on page one of this announcement. Applicants that do not adhere to the timelines for System for Award Management (SAM) and/or http://www.Grants.gov registration or that fail to request timely assistance with technical issues will not be considered for a waiver to submit a paper application. Please be aware of the following: Please search for the application package in http://www.Grants.gov by entering the CFDA number or the Funding Opportunity Number. Both numbers are located in the header of this announcement. If you experience technical challenges while submitting your application electronically, please contact Grants.gov Support directly at: [email protected] or (800) 518-4726. Customer Support is available to address questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (except on Federal holidays). Upon contacting Grants.gov, obtain a tracking number as proof of contact. The tracking number is helpful if there are technical issues that cannot be resolved and a waiver from the agency must be obtained. If it is determined that a waiver is needed, the applicant must submit a request in writing (emails are acceptable) to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected]. Please include a clear justification for the need to deviate from the standard electronic submission process. If the waiver is approved, the application should be sent directly to the DGM by the Application Deadline Date listed in the Key Dates section on page one of this announcement. Applicants are strongly encouraged not to wait until the deadline date to begin the application process through Grants.gov as the registration process for SAM and Grants.gov could take up to fifteen working days. Please use the optional attachment feature in Grants.gov to attach additional documentation that may be requested by the DGM. All applicants must comply with any page limitation requirements described in this Funding Announcement. After electronically submitting the application, the applicant will receive an automatic acknowledgment from Grants.gov that contains a Grants.gov tracking number. The DGM will download the application from Grants.gov and provide necessary copies to the appropriate agency officials. Neither the DGM nor the OTSG will notify the applicant that the application has been received. Email applications will not be accepted under this announcement. Dun and Bradstreet (D&B) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) All IHS applicants and grantee organizations are required to obtain a DUNS number and maintain an active registration in the SAM database. The DUNS number is a unique 9-digit identification number provided by D&B which uniquely identifies each entity. The DUNS number is site specific; therefore, each distinct performance site may be assigned a DUNS number. Obtaining a DUNS number is easy, and there is no charge. To obtain a DUNS number, please access it through http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform, or to expedite the process, call (866) 705- 5711. All HHS recipients are required by the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006, as amended (``Transparency Act''), to report information on sub-awards. Accordingly, all IHS grantees must notify potential first-tier sub-recipients that no entity may receive a first-tier sub-award unless the entity has provided its DUNS number to the prime grantee organization. This requirement ensures the use of a universal identifier to enhance the quality of information available to the public pursuant to the Transparency Act. System for Award Management (SAM) Organizations that were not registered with Central Contractor Registration (CCR) and have not registered with SAM will need to obtain a DUNS number first and then access the SAM online registration through the SAM home page at https://www.sam.gov (U.S. organizations will also need to provide an Employer Identification Number from the Internal Revenue Service that may take an additional 2-5 weeks to become active). Completing and submitting the registration takes approximately one hour to complete and SAM registration will take 3-5 business days to process. Registration with the SAM is free of charge. Applicants may register online at https://www.sam.gov. Additional information on implementing the Transparency Act, including the specific requirements for DUNS and SAM, can be found on the IHS Grants Management, Grants Policy Web site: http://www.ihs.gov/dgm/policytopics/. V. Application Review Information The instructions for preparing the application narrative also constitute the evaluation criteria for reviewing and scoring the application. Weights assigned to each section are noted in parentheses. The ten page narrative should be written in a manner that is clear and concise to outside reviewers unfamiliar with prior related activities of the applicant. It should be well organized, succinct, and contain all information necessary for reviewers to understand the project fully. Points will be assigned to each evaluation criteria adding up to a total of 100 points. A minimum score of 60 points is required for funding. Points are assigned as follows: 1. Criteria A. Introduction and Need for Assistance (25 Points) Demonstrate that the Tribe has conducted previous self-governance planning activities by clearly stating the results of what was learned during the planning process. Explain how the Tribe has determined it has the knowledge and expertise to assume or expand PSFAs. Identify the need for assistance and how the Negotiation Cooperative Agreement would benefit the health activities the Tribe is preparing to assume or expand. B. Project Objective(s), Work Plan and Approach (25 Points) State in measurable terms the objectives and appropriate activities to achieve the following Cooperative Agreement Recipient Award Activities: 1. Determine the PSFAs that will be negotiated into the Tribe's Compact and Funding Agreement. Prepare and discuss each PSFA in comparison to the [[Page 15538]] current level of services provided so that an informed decision can be made on new or expanded program assumption. 2. Identify Tribal shares associated with the PSFAs that will be included in the Funding Agreement. 3. Develop the terms and conditions that will be set forth in both the Compact and Funding Agreement to submit to the ALN prior to negotiations. Clearly describe how the Tribe's proposal will result in an improved approach to managing the PSFAs to be assumed or expanded. Include how the Tribe plans to demonstrate improved health care services to the community and incorporate the proposed timelines for negotiations. C. Program Evaluation (25 Points) Describe fully the improvements that will be made by the Tribe to manage the health care system and identify the anticipated or expected benefits for the Tribe. Define the criteria to be used to evaluate objectives associated with the project. D. Organizational Capabilities, Key Personnel and Qualifications (15 Points) Describe the organizational structure of the Tribe and its ability to manage the proposed project. Include resumes or position descriptions of key staff showing requisite experience and expertise. If applicable, include resumes and scope of work for consultants that demonstrate experience and expertise relevant to the project. E. Categorical Budget and Budget Justification (10 Points) Submit a budget with a narrative describing the budget request and matching the scope of work described in the project narrative. Justify all expenditures identifying reasonable and allowable costs necessary to accomplish the goals and objectives as outlined in the project narrative. Additional Documents Can Be Uploaded as Appendix Items in Grants.gov Work plan, logic model and/or time line for proposed objectives. Position descriptions for key staff. Resumes of key staff that reflect current duties. Consultant or contractor proposed scope of work and letter of commitment (if applicable). Current Indirect Cost Agreement. Organizational chart. Map of area identifying project location(s). Additional documents to support narrative (i.e. data tables, key news articles, etc.). 2. Review and Selection Each application will be prescreened by the DGM staff for eligibility and completeness as outlined in the funding announcement. Applications that meet the eligibility criteria shall be reviewed for merit by the ORC based on evaluation criteria in this funding announcement. The ORC could be composed of both Tribal and Federal reviewers appointed by the OTSG to review and make recommendations on these applications. The technical review process ensures selection of quality projects in a national competition for limited funding. Incomplete applications and applications that are non-responsive to the eligibility criteria will not be referred to the ORC. The applicant will be notified via email of this decision by the Grants Management Officer of the DGM. Applicants will be notified by DGM, via email, to outline minor missing components (i.e., budget narratives, audit documentation, key contact form) needed for an otherwise complete application. All missing documents must be sent to DGM on or before the due date listed in the email of notification of missing documents required. To obtain a minimum score for funding by the ORC, applicants must address all program requirements and provide all required documentation VI. Award Administration Information 1. Award Notices The Notice of Award (NoA) is a legally binding document signed by the Grants Management Officer and serves as the official notification of the grant award. The NoA will be initiated by the DGM in our grant system, GrantSolutions (https://www.grantsolutions.gov). Each entity that is approved for funding under this announcement will need to request or have a user account in GrantSolutions in order to retrieve their NoA. The NoA is the authorizing document for which funds are dispersed to the approved entities and reflects the amount of Federal funds awarded, the purpose of the grant, the terms and conditions of the award, the effective date of the award, and the budget/project period. Disapproved Applicants Applicants who received a score less than the recommended funding level for approval (60 points) and were deemed to be disapproved by the ORC, will receive an Executive Summary Statement from the IHS program office within 30 days of the conclusion of the ORC outlining the strengths and weaknesses of their application submitted. The OTSG will also provide additional contact information as needed to address questions and concerns as well as provide technical assistance if desired. Approved But Unfunded Applicants Approved but unfunded applicants that met the minimum scoring range and were deemed by the ORC to be ``Approved'', but were not funded due to lack of funding, will have their applications held by DGM for a period of one year. If additional funding becomes available during the course of FY 2016, the approved but unfunded application may be re- considered by the OTSG for possible funding. The applicant will also receive an Executive Summary Statement from the OTSG within 30 days of the conclusion of the ORC. Note: Any correspondence other than the official NoA signed by an IHS Grants Management Official announcing to the Project Director that an award has been made to their organization is not an authorization to implement their program on behalf of IHS. 2. Administrative Requirements Cooperative agreements are administered in accordance with the following regulations, policies, and OMB cost principles: A. The criteria as outlined in this Program Announcement. B. Administrative Regulations for Grants: Uniform Administrative Requirements for HHS Awards, located at 45 C.F.R Part 75. C. Grants Policy: HHS Grants Policy Statement, Revised 01/07. D. Cost Principles: Uniform Administrative Requirements for HHS Awards, ``Cost Principles,'' located at 45 CFR part 75, subpart E. E. Audit Requirements: Uniform Administrative Requirements for HHS Awards, ``Audit Requirements,'' located at 45 CFR part 75, subpart F. 3. Indirect Costs This section applies to all grant recipients that request reimbursement of indirect costs (IDC) in their grant application. In accordance with HHS Grants Policy Statement, Part II-27, IHS requires applicants to obtain a current IDC rate agreement prior to award. The rate agreement must be prepared in accordance with the applicable cost principles and guidance as provided by the cognizant agency or office. A current rate covers the applicable grant activities under the current award's [[Page 15539]] budget period. If the current rate is not on file with the DGM at the time of award, the IDC portion of the budget will be restricted. The restrictions remain in place until the current rate is provided to the DGM. Generally, IDC rates for IHS grantees are negotiated with the Division of Cost Allocation (DCA) https://rates.psc.gov/ and the Department of Interior (Interior Business Center) https://www.doi.gov/ibc/services/finance/indirect-Cost-Services/indian-tribes. For questions regarding the indirect cost policy, please call the Grants Management Specialist listed under ``Agency Contacts'' or the main DGM office at (301) 443-5204. 4. Reporting Requirements The grantee must submit required reports consistent with the applicable deadlines. Failure to submit required reports within the time allowed may result in suspension or termination of an active grant, withholding of additional awards for the project, or other enforcement actions such as withholding of payments or converting to the reimbursement method of payment. Continued failure to submit required reports may result in one or both of the following: (1) The imposition of special award provisions; and (2) the non-funding or non- award of other eligible projects or activities. This requirement applies whether the delinquency is attributable to the failure of the grantee organization or the individual responsible for preparation of the reports. Per DGM policy, all reports are required to be submitted electronically by attaching them as a ``Grants Note'' in GrantSolutions. Personnel responsible for submitting reports will be required to obtain a login and password for GrantSolutions. Please see the Agency Contacts list in section VII for the systems contact information. The reporting requirements for this program are noted below. A. Progress Reports Program progress reports are required semi-annually, within 30 days after the budget period ends. These reports must include a brief comparison of actual accomplishments to the goals established for the period, a summary of progress to date or, if applicable, provide sound justification for the lack of progress, and other pertinent information as required. A final report must be submitted within 90 days of expiration of the budget/project period. B. Financial Reports Federal Financial Report FFR (SF-425), Cash Transaction Reports are due 30 days after the close of every calendar quarter to the Payment Management Services, HHS at: http://www.dpm.psc.gov. It is recommended that the applicant also send a copy of the FFR (SF-425) report to the Grants Management Specialist. Failure to submit timely reports may cause a disruption in timely payments to the organization. Grantees are responsible and accountable for accurate information being reported on all required reports: the Progress Reports and Federal Financial Report. C. Federal Sub-Award Reporting System (FSRS) This award may be subject to the Transparency Act sub-award and executive compensation reporting requirements of 2 CFR part 170. The Transparency Act requires the OMB to establish a single searchable database, accessible to the public, with information on financial assistance awards made by Federal agencies. The Transparency Act also includes a requirement for recipients of Federal grants to report information about first-tier sub-awards and executive compensation under Federal assistance awards. IHS has implemented a Term of Award into all IHS Standard Terms and Conditions, NoAs and funding announcements regarding the FSRS reporting requirement. This IHS Term of Award is applicable to all IHS grant and cooperative agreements issued on or after October 1, 2010, with a $25,000 sub-award obligation dollar threshold met for any specific reporting period. Additionally, all new (discretionary) IHS awards (where the project period is made up of more than one budget period) and where: (1) The project period start date was October 1, 2010 or after and (2) the primary awardee will have a $25,000 sub-award obligation dollar threshold during any specific reporting period will be required to address the FSRS reporting. For the full IHS award term implementing this requirement and additional award applicability information, visit the DGM Grants Policy Web site at: http://www.ihs.gov/dgm/policytopics/. D. Compliance With Executive Order 13166 Implementation of Services Accessibility Provisions for All Grant Application Packages and Funding Opportunity Announcements Recipients of federal financial assistance (FFA) from HHS must administer their programs in compliance with federal civil rights law. This means that recipients of HHS funds must ensure equal access to their programs without regard to a person's race, color, national origin, disability, age and, in some circumstances, sex and religion. This includes ensuring your programs are accessible to persons with limited English proficiency. HHS provides guidance to recipients of FFA on meeting their legal obligation to take reasonable steps to provide meaningful access to their programs by persons with limited English proficiency. Please see http://www.hhs.gov/civil-rights/for-individuals/special-topics/limited-english-proficiency/guidance-federal-financial-assistance-recipients-title-VI/. The HHS Office for Civil Rights also provides guidance on complying with civil rights laws enforced by HHS. Please see http://www.hhs.gov/civil-rights/for-individuals/section-1557/index.html; and http://www.hhs.gov/civil-rights/index.html. Recipients of FFA also have specific legal obligations for serving qualified individuals with disabilities. Please see http://www.hhs.gov/civil-rights/for-individuals/disability/index.html. Please contact the HHS Office for Civil Rights for more information about obligations and prohibitions under federal civil rights laws at http://www.hhs.gov/civil-rights/for-individuals/disability/index.html or call 1-800-368-1019 or TDD 1-800- 537-7697. Also note it is an HHS Departmental goal to ensure access to quality, culturally competent care, including long-term services and supports, for vulnerable populations. For further guidance on providing culturally and linguistically appropriate services, recipients should review the National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services in Health and Health Care at http://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/omh/browse.aspx?lvl=2&lvlid=53. Pursuant to 45 CFR 80.3(d), an individual shall not be deemed subjected to discrimination by reason of his/her exclusion from benefits limited by federal law to individuals eligible for benefits and services from the Indian Health Service. Recipients will be required to sign the HHS-690 Assurance of Compliance form which can be obtained from the following Web site: http://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/forms/hhs-690.pdf, and send it directly to the: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Civil Rights, 200 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20201. E. Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information System (FAPIIS) The IHS is required to review and consider any information about the [[Page 15540]] applicant that is in the Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information System (FAPIIS) before making any award in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold (currently $150,000) over the period of performance. An applicant may review and comment on any information about itself that a federal awarding agency previously entered. IHS will consider any comments by the applicant, in addition to other information in FAPIIS in making a judgment about the applicant's integrity, business ethics, and record of performance under federal awards when completing the review of risk posed by applicants as described in 45 CFR 75.205. As required by 45 CFR part 75 Appendix XII of the Uniform Guidance, non-federal entities (NFEs) are required to disclose in FAPIIS any information about criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings, and/ or affirm that there is no new information to provide. This applies to NFEs that receive federal awards (currently active grants, cooperative agreements, and procurement contracts) greater than $10,000,000 for any period of time during the period of performance of an award/project. Mandatory Disclosure Requirements As required by 2 CFR part 200 of the Uniform Guidance, and the HHS implementing regulations at 45 CFR part 75, effective January 1, 2016, the Indian Health Service must require a non-federal entity or an applicant for a federal award to disclose, in a timely manner, in writing to the IHS or pass-through entity all violations of federal criminal law involving fraud, bribery, or gratuity violations potentially affecting the federal award. Submission is required for all applicants and recipients, in writing, to the IHS and to the HHS Office of Inspector General all information related to violations of federal criminal law involving fraud, bribery, or gratuity violations potentially affecting the federal award. 45 CFR 75.113. Disclosures must be sent in writing to: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service, Division of Grants Management, ATTN: Robert Tarwater, Director, 5600 Fishers Lane, Mailstop 09E70, Rockville, Maryland 20857. (Include ``Mandatory Grant Disclosures'' in subject line) Ofc: (301) 443-5204 Fax: (301-594-0899 Email: [email protected] and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, ATTN: Mandatory Grant Disclosures, Intake Coordinator, 330 Independence Avenue SW., Cohen Building, Room 5527, Washington, DC 20201. URL: http://oig.hhs.gov/fraud/reportfraud/index.asp. (Include ``Mandatory Grant Disclosures'' in subject line) Fax: (202) 205-0604 (Include ``Mandatory Grant Disclosures'' in subject line) or Email: [email protected] Failure to make required disclosures can result in any of the remedies described in 45 CFR 75.371 Remedies for noncompliance, including suspension or debarment (See 2 CFR parts 180 & 376 and 31 U.S.C. 3321). VII. Agency Contacts 1. Questions on the programmatic issues may be directed to: Jeremy Marshall, Program Officer, Office of Tribal Self-Governance, 5600 Fishers Lane, Mail Stop: 08E05, Rockville, MD 20857. Phone: (301) 443- 1912, Fax: (301) 443-1050, Email: [email protected], Web site: www.ihs.gov/self-governance. 2. Questions on grants management and fiscal matters may be directed to: Vanietta Armstrong, Grants Management Specialist, 5600 Fishers Lane, Mail Stop: 09E70, Rockville, MD 20857. Phone: (301) 443- 4792, Fax: (301) 594-0899, Email: [email protected]. 3. Questions on systems matters may be directed to: Paul Gettys, Grant Systems Coordinator, 5600 Fishers Lane, Mail Stop: 09E70, Rockville, MD 20857. Phone: 301-443-2114; or the DGM main line 301-443- 5204, Fax: (301) 594-0899, E-Mail: [email protected]. VIII. Other Information The Public Health Service strongly encourages all cooperative agreement and contract recipients to provide a smoke-free workplace and promote the non-use of all tobacco products. In addition, Public Law 103-227, the Pro-Children Act of 1994, prohibits smoking in certain facilities (or in some cases, any portion of the facility) in which regular or routine education, library, day care, health care, or early childhood development services are provided to children. This is consistent with the HHS mission to protect and advance the physical and mental health of the American people. Dated: Macrch 17, 2016. Elizabeth Fowler, Deputy Director for Management Operations, Indian Health Service. 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implementing regulations at 45 CFR part Management Specialist, 5600 Fishers is accepting limited competition
75, effective January 1, 2016, the Indian Lane, Mail Stop: 09E70, Rockville, MD Negotiation Cooperative Agreement
Health Service must require a non- 20857. applications for Tribal Self-Governance
federal entity or an applicant for a Phone: (301) 443–4792. Program (TSGP). This program is
federal award to disclose, in a timely Fax: (301) 594–0899. authorized under Title V of the Indian
manner, in writing to the IHS or pass- Email: Vanietta.Armstrong@ihs.gov. Self-Determination and Education
through entity all violations of federal 3. Questions on systems matters may Assistance Act (ISDEAA), 25 U.S.C.
criminal law involving fraud, bribery, or be directed to: Paul Gettys, Grant 458aaa–2(e). This program is described
gratuity violations potentially affecting Systems Coordinator, 5600 Fishers in the Catalog of Federal Domestic
the federal award. Lane, Mail Stop: 09E70, Rockville, MD Assistance (CFDA), available at https://
Submission is required for all 20857. www.cfda.gov/, under 93.444.
applicants and recipients, in writing, to Phone: (301) 443–2114; or the DGM
main line (301) 443–5204. Background
the IHS and to the HHS Office of
Inspector General all information Fax: (301) 594–0899. The TSGP is more than an IHS
related to violations of federal criminal Email: Paul.Gettys@ihs.gov. program; it is an expression of the
law involving fraud, bribery, or gratuity government-to- government relationship
VIII. Other Information
violations potentially affecting the between the United States and Indian
federal award. 45 CFR 75.113 The Public Health Service strongly Tribes. Through the TSGP, Tribes
encourages all cooperative agreement negotiate with the IHS to assume
Disclosures must be sent in writing to: and contract recipients to provide a Programs, Services, Functions and
U.S. Department of Health and Human smoke-free workplace and promote the Activities (PSFAs), or portions thereof,
Services, Indian Health Service, non-use of all tobacco products. In which gives Tribes the authority to
Division of Grants Management, ATTN: addition, Public Law 103–227, the Pro- manage and tailor health care programs
Robert Tarwater, Director, 5600 Fishers Children Act of 1994, prohibits smoking in a manner that best fits the needs of
Lane, Mailstop 09E70, Rockville, in certain facilities (or in some cases, their communities.
Maryland 20857. (Include ‘‘Mandatory any portion of the facility) in which Participation in the TSGP is one of
Grant Disclosures’’ in subject line.) regular or routine education, library, three ways that Tribes can choose to
Ofc: (301) 443–5204. day care, health care, or early childhood obtain health care from the Federal
Fax: (301) 594–0899. development services are provided to Government for their members.
Email: Robert.Tarwater@ihs.gov. children. This is consistent with the Specifically, Tribes can choose to: (1)
AND HHS mission to protect and advance the Receive health care services directly
U.S. Department of Health and physical and mental health of the from the IHS, (2) contract with the IHS
Human Services, Office of Inspector American people. to administer individual PSFAs that the
General, ATTN: Mandatory Grant IHS would otherwise provide (referred
Disclosures, Intake Coordinator, 330 Dated: March 15, 2016.
to as Title I Self-Determination
Independence Avenue SW., Cohen Elizabeth Fowler,
Contracting), or (3) compact with the
Building, Room 5527, Washington, DC Deputy Director for Management Operations, IHS to assume control over healthcare
20201. URL: http://oig.hhs.gov/fraud/ Indian Health Service.
PSFAs that the IHS would otherwise
reportfraud/index.asp. (Include [FR Doc. 2016–06559 Filed 3–22–16; 8:45 am] provide (referred to as Title V Self-
‘‘Mandatory Grant Disclosures’’ in BILLING CODE 4165–16–P Governance Compacting or the TSGP).
subject line.) These options are not exclusive and
Fax: (202) 205–0604 (Include Tribes may choose to combine options
‘‘Mandatory Grant Disclosures’’ in DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND based on their individual needs and
subject line) or HUMAN SERVICES circumstances. Participation in the
Email: TSGP affords Tribes the most flexibility
MandatoryGranteeDisclosures@ Indian Health Service
to tailor health care PSFAs to the needs
oig.hhs.gov. of their communities.
Office of Tribal Self-Governance;
Failure to make required disclosures Negotiation Cooperative Agreement The TSGP is a Tribally-driven
can result in any of the remedies initiative and strong Tribal/Federal
described in 45 CFR 75.371 Remedies Announcement Type: New—Limited partnerships are essential for program
for noncompliance, including Competition. success. The IHS established the OTSG
suspension or debarment (See 2 CFR Funding Announcement Number: to implement Tribal self-governance
parts 180 & 376 and 31 U.S.C. 3321). HHS–2016–IHS–TSGN–0001. authorities. The OTSG: (1) Serves as the
Catalog of Federal Domestic primary liaison and advocate for Tribes
VII. Agency Contacts Assistance Number: 93.444. participating in the TSGP, (2) develops,
1. Questions on the programmatic Key Dates directs, and implements TSGP policies
issues may be directed to: Jeremy and procedures, (3) provides
Marshall, Program Officer, Office of Application Deadline Date: June 3, information and technical assistance to
Tribal Self-Governance, 5600 Fishers 2016. Self-Governance Tribes, and (4) advises
Lane, Mail Stop: 08E05, Rockville, MD Review Date: June 17, 2016. the IHS Director on compliance with
20857. Earliest Anticipated Start Date: July 1, TSGP policies, regulations, and
Phone: (301) 443–1912. 2016. guidelines. Each IHS Area has an
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Fax: (301) 443–1050. Signed Tribal Resolutions Due Date: Agency Lead Negotiator (ALN),
Email: Jeremy.Marshall@ihs.gov. June 3, 2016. designated by the IHS Director, who has
Web site: www.ihs.gov/self- I. Funding Opportunity Description the authority to negotiate Self-
governance. Governance Compacts and Funding
2. Questions on grants management Statutory Authority Agreements. A Tribe should contact
and fiscal matters may be directed to: The Indian Health Service (IHS) their respective ALN to begin the self-
Vanietta Armstrong, Grants Office of Tribal Self-Governance (OTSG) governance planning process or, if
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applicant that is in the Federal Awardee Disclosures, Intake Coordinator, 330 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND
Performance and Integrity Information Independence Avenue SW., Cohen HUMAN SERVICES
System (FAPIIS) before making any Building, Room 5527, Washington, DC
award in excess of the simplified 20201. URL: http://oig.hhs.gov/fraud/ National Institutes of Health
acquisition threshold (currently reportfraud/index.asp. (Include
$150,000) over the period of ‘‘Mandatory Grant Disclosures’’ in National Institute of Diabetes and
performance. An applicant may review subject line) Digestive and Kidney Diseases; Notice
and comment on any information about Fax: (202) 205–0604 (Include of Closed Meetings
itself that a federal awarding agency ‘‘Mandatory Grant Disclosures’’ in
previously entered. IHS will consider subject line) or Pursuant to section 10(d) of the
any comments by the applicant, in Email: MandatoryGranteeDisclosures@ Federal Advisory Committee Act, as
addition to other information in FAPIIS oig.hhs.gov amended (5 U.S.C. App.), notice is
in making a judgment about the Failure to make required disclosures hereby given of the following meetings.
applicant’s integrity, business ethics, can result in any of the remedies The meetings will be closed to the
and record of performance under federal described in 45 CFR 75.371 Remedies public in accordance with the
awards when completing the review of for noncompliance, including provisions set forth in sections
risk posed by applicants as described in suspension or debarment (See 2 CFR 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6), Title 5 U.S.C.,
45 CFR 75.205. parts 180 & 376 and 31 U.S.C. 3321). as amended. The grant applications and
As required by 45 CFR part 75 VII. Agency Contacts the discussions could disclose
Appendix XII of the Uniform Guidance, confidential trade secrets or commercial
non-federal entities (NFEs) are required 1. Questions on the programmatic
issues may be directed to: Jeremy property such as patentable material,
to disclose in FAPIIS any information and personal information concerning
about criminal, civil, and administrative Marshall, Program Officer, Office of
Tribal Self-Governance, 5600 Fishers individuals associated with the grant
proceedings, and/or affirm that there is applications, the disclosure of which
no new information to provide. This Lane, Mail Stop: 08E05, Rockville, MD
20857. Phone: (301) 443–1912, Fax: would constitute a clearly unwarranted
applies to NFEs that receive federal invasion of personal privacy.
awards (currently active grants, (301) 443–1050, Email:
cooperative agreements, and Jeremy.Marshall@ihs.gov, Web site: Name of Committee: National Institute of
www.ihs.gov/self-governance. Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
procurement contracts) greater than Special Emphasis Panel; Renal Disease
2. Questions on grants management
$10,000,000 for any period of time Ancillary Studies.
and fiscal matters may be directed to:
during the period of performance of an Date: April 13, 2016.
Vanietta Armstrong, Grants
award/project. Time: 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Management Specialist, 5600 Fishers
Mandatory Disclosure Requirements Lane, Mail Stop: 09E70, Rockville, MD Agenda: To review and evaluate grant
applications.
As required by 2 CFR part 200 of the 20857. Phone: (301) 443–4792, Fax:
Place: National Institutes of Health, Two
Uniform Guidance, and the HHS (301) 594–0899, Email: Democracy Plaza, 6707 Democracy
implementing regulations at 45 CFR part Vanietta.Armstrong@ihs.gov. Boulevard, Bethesda, MD 20892 (Telephone
3. Questions on systems matters may Conference Call).
75, effective January 1, 2016, the Indian
be directed to: Paul Gettys, Grant Contact Person: Carol J. Goter-Robinson,
Health Service must require a non-
Systems Coordinator, 5600 Fishers Ph.D., Scientific Review Officer, Review
federal entity or an applicant for a
Lane, Mail Stop: 09E70, Rockville, MD Branch, DEA, NIDDK, National Institutes of
federal award to disclose, in a timely
20857. Phone: 301–443–2114; or the Health, Room 7347, 6707 Democracy
manner, in writing to the IHS or pass-
DGM main line 301–443–5204, Fax: Boulevard, Bethesda, MD 20892–5452, (301)
through entity all violations of federal 594–7791, goterrobinsonc@
(301) 594–0899, E-Mail: Paul.Gettys@
criminal law involving fraud, bribery, or extra.niddk.nih.gov.
ihs.gov.
gratuity violations potentially affecting Name of Committee: National Institute of
the federal award. VIII. Other Information Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Submission is required for all The Public Health Service strongly Special Emphasis Panel; Loan Repayment
applicants and recipients, in writing, to encourages all cooperative agreement Application Review.
the IHS and to the HHS Office of and contract recipients to provide a Date: April 14, 2016.
Inspector General all information smoke-free workplace and promote the Time: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
related to violations of federal criminal non-use of all tobacco products. In Agenda: To review and evaluate grant
law involving fraud, bribery, or gratuity addition, Public Law 103–227, the Pro- applications.
violations potentially affecting the Place: National Institutes of Health, Two
Children Act of 1994, prohibits smoking
federal award. 45 CFR 75.113. Democracy Plaza, 6707 Democracy
in certain facilities (or in some cases, Boulevard, Bethesda, MD 20892 (Telephone
Disclosures must be sent in writing to: any portion of the facility) in which
U.S. Department of Health and Human Conference Call).
regular or routine education, library, Contact Person: John F. Connaughton,
Services, Indian Health Service, day care, health care, or early childhood Ph.D., Chief, Training and Mentored
Division of Grants Management, ATTN: development services are provided to Research Section, Review Branch, DEA,
Robert Tarwater, Director, 5600 Fishers children. This is consistent with the NIDDK, National Institutes of Health, Room
Lane, Mailstop 09E70, Rockville, HHS mission to protect and advance the 7007, 6707 Democracy Boulevard, Bethesda,
Maryland 20857. (Include ‘‘Mandatory physical and mental health of the MD 20892–5452, (301) 594–7797,
jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with NOTICES
Grant Disclosures’’ in subject line) American people. connaughtonj@extra.niddk.nih.gov.
Ofc: (301) 443–5204 (Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance
Dated: Macrch 17, 2016.
Fax: (301–594–0899 Program Nos. 93.847, Diabetes,
Email: Robert.Tarwater@ihs.gov Elizabeth Fowler,
Endocrinology and Metabolic Research;
and Deputy Director for Management Operations, 93.848, Digestive Diseases and Nutrition
U.S. Department of Health and Indian Health Service. Research; 93.849, Kidney Diseases, Urology
Human Services, Office of Inspector [FR Doc. 2016–06556 Filed 3–22–16; 8:45 am] and Hematology Research, National Institutes
General, ATTN: Mandatory Grant BILLING CODE 4165–16–P of Health, HHS)
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