This document serves as a fact sheet on a grant to support training and technical assistance for preventing, investigating, and responding to crimes using wireless devices, with a focus on systems of interrelated and internet-connected objects; it provides an overview of who may apply and why, maximum award funds, where to find more information, tips for successful grant applications, and how and when to apply.
This solicitation overview provides grant information and resources for entities that may be interested in funding assistance from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to receive funding in support of training and technical assistance (TTA) for state, local, territorial, and tribal law enforcement officials, intelligence analysts, prosecutors, judges, fusion center staff, and other criminal justice entities who prevent, investigate, and respond to crimes using wireless devices. The focus of the grant is on systems of interrelated, internet-connected objects that can collect and transfer data without human intervention. The overview notes eligible applicants as being: public, private, and state-controlled institutions of higher education. The fact sheet provides details on the maximum amount of funding per award and lists examples of strategies or activities that can be funded, as well as where to get more information about the grant opportunity. The document also lists tips for submitting a successful grant application, with details about how and when to apply. It also emphasizes that registration and renewal in the System for Award Management (SAM) may take up to 10 business days.