Program Descriptions
Program Number
20.704
Title
RITA Hydrogen
Federal Agency
RESEARCH AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authorization
23 U.S.C. 502, Section 5513.
Status
Active
Objectives
To Provide research grants to nonprofit institutions of higher learning for the purpose of conducting transportation related research, education, and technology transfer programs concerning national transportation issues in the areas of propulsion technology and alternative fuels.
Types of Assistance
Project Grants.
Uses and Use Restrictions
The grantees will conduct research according to the provisions provided in 23 U.S.C. 502 SEC. 5513. The Department's role will be to manage the grants, coordinate with the grantees to best address related DOT program needs, and ensure that no unnecessary duplication of effort exists with other DOT projects.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
Earmark recipients as designated by 23 U.S.C. 502 SEC. 5513.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Public and private nonprofit institutions of higher learning.
Credentials/Documentation
A formal application outlining how the institution will meet the project scope; detailed delineation of organization, staff, faculty, and budget. Costs are determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-21. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-87.
Application and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
None. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.
Application Procedure
No new grants will be awarded during the program's remaining authorization (through 2009).
Award Procedure
None.
Deadlines
None.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
None.
Appeals
Not applicable.
Renewals
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
The Federal share of this grant shall be 20 percent of the funds received by the grantee.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
4 years, as designated in 23 U.S.C. 502 SEC. 5513.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
Quarterly progress reports, annual project reports, and a final technical report at the end of each research project.
Audits
In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-113 )Revised June 24, 1997), Audits of States, Local Governments, and Nonprofit Organizations, nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single of a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-113.
Records
Receipt is required to retain intact, for 3 years following submission of the final expenditure report, pending resolution of audit findings, all grant products, financial records, and supporting documents.
Financial Information
Account Identification
69-1136-0-1-401.
Obligations
(Grants) FY 07 $1,322,807; FY 08 $1,750,188; and FY 09 est. not available.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Totals Range Between $370,000 to $580,000 per fiscal year.
Program Accomplishments
None.
Regulations, Guidelines and Literature
None.
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
None.
Headquarters Office
Research and Innovative Technology Administration, Office of Research Development and Technology (RDT) Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., E33-302, Washington, DC 20590 (202) 366-5459.
Web Site Address
http://www.hydrogen.dot.gov
Related Programs
None.
Examples of Funded Projects
None.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
Not applicable.
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