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2018 Farm Bill Section 12101 Julie Wallin, Program Coordinator
National Animal Disease Preparedness and Melinda Springer, Management Analyst
Response Program (NADPRP) Laura Wilson, Supervisory Grants Specialist
Andrea Pegg, Grants Specialist
2021 Funding Opportunity: Veterinary Services
Information for Applicants USDA, APHIS
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Animal Disease Prevention and Management
In the 2018 Farm Bill, Congress provided
funding to enhance the nation’s animal
disease prevention and management efforts 2018 Farm Bill
The bill established a 3-pillar program-
• National Animal Disease Preparedness and
Response Program (NADPRP)
NADPRP NAHLN NAVVCB
• National Animal Vaccine and Veterinary
Countermeasures Bank (NAVVCB) Preparedness and Diagnostics
Vaccines and
Veterinary
Response
Countermeasures
• National Animal Health Laboratory
Network (NAHLN)
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Animal Disease Prevention and Management 1
APHIS is currently offering
THREE FUNDING
OPPORTUNITIES 2018 Farm Bill
in the NADPRP and NAHLN Programs
1. 2021 NADPRP Funding Opportunity
2. 2021 NAHLN Funding Opportunity
3. 2021 Joint NAHLN / NADPRP Funding NADPRP NAHLN NAVVCB
Opportunity Preparedness and Diagnostics
Vaccines and
- New in 2021! Response Veterinary
Countermeasures
- Focused on development & validation of
point-of-care diagnostic tests for rapid
detection of foreign animal diseases
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Animal Disease Prevention and Management 2
APHIS is currently offering
THREE FUNDING
OPPORTUNITIES
2018 Farm Bill
in the NADPRP and NAHLN Programs
1. 2021 NADPRP Funding Opportunity This Webinar!
2. 2021 NAHLN Funding Opportunity
NADPRP NAHLN NAVVCB
3. 2021 Joint NAHLN / NADPRP Funding Preparedness and Diagnostics
Vaccines and
Opportunity Response Veterinary
Countermeasures
- New in 2021!
- Focused on development & validation of
point-of-care diagnostic tests for rapid
detection of foreign animal diseases
4
NADPRP 2021 Funding Opportunity Webinar Agenda
Introduction to NADPRP- Julie Wallin
2021 NADPRP FOA & Priorities- Julie Wallin
How to Apply- Laura Wilson
Guidelines for Using NADPRP Funds- Laura Wilson
What Happens After You Submit a Proposal- Melinda Springer
Wrap up - Melinda Springer
Veterinary Services Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
National Animal
Disease
Preparedness and
Response Program
(NADPRP)
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About NADPRP
NADPRP
Farm Bill
Cooperative
Agreements
Provide funds to support high-
Competitive
value projects that will Funding
Process
prevent the introduction and Many Eligible
Entities
spread of foreign and
emerging animal diseases that
threaten U.S. agriculture
Animal Disease
Prevention, No-year Money
Preparedness,
Response
Link to NADPRP Website: USDA APHIS | National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program
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Who Can Apply for NADPRP Funds?
Under NADPRP, APHIS may enter into cooperative 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.
States, including State Land-grant universities Veterinary organizations
departments of agriculture, offices of and colleges of veterinary medicine or specialty boards recognized by
the State’s chief animal health the American Veterinary Medical
official, and State emergency Association
agencies
National livestock, poultry, Indian Tribes Federal agencies
and aquaculture producer
organizations with direct and
significant economic interest in
livestock, poultry, and aquaculture
production
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NADPRP Annual Program Cycle
Define Open Review Approve Award Monitor
Priorities Period Proposals Funds & Report
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NADPRP Program Cycle
Define Open Review Approve Award Monitor
Priorities Period Proposals Funds & Report
The 60-Day Open Period is when eligible
entities are invited to submit proposals
for projects that support the current year
funding priority topics.
Application packages must be submitted by
11:59 PM EDT on August 6, 2021
102021 NADPRP Funding Opportunity
General Information
• Up to $10 million available
• Proposals must directly support one of the 2021 funding priorities
• Applicants may submit more than one proposal
• Proposal Selection Process: Competitive review process, external
and VS reviewers, USDA makes final decisions
• Cooperative or interagency agreements
• Awards may range from $25,000 to $500,000
• Expected projects start dates: Jan 15 to Mar 1, 2022
• Projects must be completed in 2 years or less
• Robust reporting requirements for accountability!
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9NADPRP 2021 Funding Priorities
Proposals must clearly, directly, strongly support one of these
priority topics:
1. Develop and/or enhance State and Tribal foreign animal disease
(FAD) vaccination plans to improve animal disease outbreak
response capabilities.
2. Support animal movement decisions in an FAD outbreak.
3. Strengthen outreach and education on animal disease
prevention, preparedness, and response to specific audiences.
12NADPRP 2021 Funding Priority 1
Develop and/or enhance State and Tribal foreign animal disease (FAD)
vaccination plans to improve animal disease outbreak response
capabilities
APHIS will support projects that will develop / improve FAD vaccination strategies and
plans that are:
Realistic
Adaptable to different situations,
Align with USDA plans and guidelines
Consistent with – or easily coordinated with - plans from other States or Tribes
13NADPRP 2021 Funding Priority 1 Details
Priority will be given to projects that:
• Develop & improve FAD vaccination plans
• Provide Training and Exercises to increase understanding of and capabilities to
implement vaccination plans & identify areas for improvement
• Collate and Share Information from exercises to ensure that lessons learned are
incorporated into planning efforts & help minimize redundancy
• Develop & Test Strategies to ID, Track, Manage Vaccinated Animals
• Develop just-in-time training / SOPs for States or Tribes to address logistics and
biosecurity of implementing a vaccine plan & receiving and administering
vaccines on premises
14NADPRP 2021 Funding Priority 2
Support livestock movement decisions in an FAD outbreak
APHIS will support projects that will support animal movement decisions in an
FAD outbreak.
15NADPRP 2021 Funding Priority 2 Details
Priority will be given to projects that:
• Enhance ability of States and Tribes to implement nationally consistent decisions on risk and movement of
animals in an outbreak. E.g., develop standardized criteria and data / information sharing requirements.
• Exercise and coordinate transportation and movement plans in Secure Food Supply Plans for FAD outbreaks.
• Develop / exercise regional plans to support animal movement decisions in an FAD outbreak
• Develop, validate, improve procedures for cleaning & disinfection of trucks and trailers in an FAD outbreak,
especially in different weather conditions.
• Identify and recommend biosecurity practices that eliminate or minimize FAD spread through transportation
assets like trucks and trailers
• Quantitatively assess the risk of spreading FADs through trucks and trailers & the impact of C&D or biosecurity
measures to minimize that risk
16NADPRP 2021 Funding Priority 3
Strengthen outreach and education on animal disease prevention,
preparedness, and response to specific audiences
APHIS will support projects that will deliver outreach and education on animal
disease prevention, preparedness, and response topics to specific audiences
including but not limited to underserved, non-traditional, small-to-mid-size
producers, and Indian Tribes.
17NADPRP 2021 Funding Priority 3 Details
Priority will be given to projects that:
• Address information gaps among these audiences in areas of disease
prevention, biosecurity, early disease recognition and reporting, critical
activities for outbreak response, roles/ responsibilities in an outbreak, and
raising awareness about what happens in a large-scale animal disease outbreak
& how it may impact the target audience.
• Leverage existing educational materials and existing agriculture extension
networks to provide outreach, education, and training on these preparedness
and response topics
• Foster understanding among producers on different types of operations in an
area or region on roles and responsibilities of all producers, regardless of size, in
an animal disease outbreak
18What is VS Looking for in NADPRP Proposals?
For all priority topics, applicants are encouraged to develop proposals that:
• Address significant known gaps
• Focus on underserved, non-traditional, niche, Indian Tribe, or hard-to-reach
audiences and/or small-to-medium sized producers
• Build other study and project findings
• Leverage partnerships- livestock and related industry, veterinary organizations,
State, Federal, academic, cooperative extension, and Indian Tribes
• Provide benefit to many livestock industry sectors & addresses needs of different
operation sizes
19Last Comment on Funding Priorities
APHIS is looking for proposals that
directly, strongly, and clearly address the
one or more of the funding priorities and
target the topics described here
and in the Funding Opportunity
Announcement.
20How to Apply
for NADPRP Funds
21NADPRP Funding Opportunity Pre-Work
If you think you will ever apply for any Farm Bill funding, do this
pre-work now to avoid obstacles during the application process.
• Obtain a DUNS Number: Dun & Bradstreet website or by calling 1-866-705-5711
• Register with System for Award Management (SAM): Register With SAM. Please allow at least 11
business days after you submit your registration for it to become active in SAM
• *NEW* Complete the Financial Assistance Certification Report on SAM.gov
• Create an eAuthentication Account: https://www.eauth.usda.gov/home
• Establish an ezFedGrants (eFG) Account: USDA ezFedGrants system
22Federal vs. Non-Federal Applicants
• Non-Federal applicants must submit all application materials electronically using
ezFedGrants
• An overview of the ezFedGrants application process can be found at ezFedGrants
Applications and Agreements
• Federal applicants must submit all required application materials via email to
VS.NADPRP@usda.gov by the deadline listed below.
Application packages must be submitted by
11:59 PM EDT on August 6, 2021
23Two steps to request access to the ezFedGrants:
• Request USDA Level 2 eAuthentication
• Request access to ezFedGrants
Request
Job Aids:
ezFedGrants External User Onboarding Quick Reference guide at
Access https://nfc.usda.gov/FSS/Training/Online/ezFedGrants/Resources/
JA-Onboarding_Quick_Reference.pdf
OR
ezFedGrants External Portal Request for eAuth and GAO Access
• https://www.aphis.usda.gov/mrpbs/fmd/downloads/ezFedG
rants-External-Portal-Request-for-eAuth-and-GAO-Access.pdf
24What to Include in Application
• Work Plan - this is the BODY of your proposal
• Financial Plan
• SF-424 – Application for Federal Assistance (completed directly in
ezFedGrants)
• SF-424A – Budget Information (completed directly in ezFedGrants)
All forms can be found
• Certification Regarding Lobbying – Only for awards >$100K
on the
• SF-LLL – Disclosure of Lobbying Activities; only for awards >$100K
NADPRP website
• Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement – If claiming indirect
costs
• Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Correspondence – If applicable
25Single Point of Contact (SPOC) State SPOC
information can
• If your State is required to comply with Executive Order 12372 be found here.
(Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs), then include a
waiver or approval response letter from your State’s
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)
• Check the OMB State SPOC List for the most current list of required
States
26Work Plan
• Applicants are strongly
encouraged to use the work
plan template provided
• The template includes detailed
guidance for all required
information in the Work Plan
• When completed, upload your
Work Plan as a PDF attachment
in ezFedGrants
• NADPRP website
27Financial Plan
• Template is located on NADPRP
website
• Financial Plan must match the SF-
424A, Section B Budget Categories:
• Personnel
• Fringe Benefits
• Travel
• Equipment
• Supplies
• Contractual
• Other
• Totals
• Must align with the budget narrative
in the Work Plan
• Upload as an Excel attachment in
ezFedGrants 28Guidelines for
Using NADPRP Funds
29Use of Funds: Allowable Costs
Personnel
Fringe Benefits
Outreach Materials
Equipment
Information Technology
Travel
Supplies
Contractual
Other: conference registration fees, communications, printing, publication
charges, computer time or usage, Recipient laboratory testing, etc.
Must be Reasonable, Allocable, and Necessary for Project Completion
30Use of Funds: Unallowable Costs
ꭕ Costs incurred prior to the effective date of the agreement
ꭕ Construction
ꭕ Land acquisition
ꭕ Projects or activities associated with VS-State-industry
cooperative programs
ꭕ Promotional or thank-you material
ꭕ Food and beverage for meetings, trainings, or workshops
ꭕ Bonuses or commissions
ꭕ Fundraising
ꭕ Meeting, conference, symposia, or workshop honoraria
ꭕ Compensation of Federal Employees
31Use of Funds: NADPRP Indirect Costs
NADPRP Eligible Applicants – How to Calculate Indirect Costs
• Indirect costs are limited to no more than 10 percent of total direct costs or the
application of an indirect cost rate agreement, whichever is less
• Indirect costs exceeding 10 percent of total direct costs are not allowed
• If claiming indirect costs and an Indirect Cost Rate has been negotiated, submit a copy
of the current Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (2 CFR Part 200.19)
• Eligible entities must notify sub-applicants of the limit on indirect costs, and the
combined (eligible entity and sub-applicant) indirect costs may not exceed 10 percent
of the total request for Federal funds
32Use of Funds: Cost Sharing/ Matching
• Cost share/match is not required for NADPRP or NAHLN
cooperative agreements
• 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
33Use of Funds: Cost Effectiveness
Project team trip to a Huge Resort?
Probably not…
Project proposal costs must be:
• Reasonable
• Necessary for project objectives
• Leverage existing resources-
personnel, vehicles, computers,
where possible
34What Happens After You Submit a Proposal?
NADPRP Program Cycle- What Happens Next?
APHIS administers the NADPRP program and provides competitive funding
opportunities each year.
Define Open Review Approve Award Monitor
Priorities Period Proposals Funds & Report
What Happens Next?
36Review Process
• Initial Screening
Applications must meet minimum eligibility criteria.
• Review Team
Applications are scored and ranked by a team of SME’s nominated by
APHIS or by the NADPRP Consultation Board. The reviewers
recommend which proposals to fund & their funding levels.
• USDA Approval
USDA has final approval on each proposal presented for funding.
• Applicant Notification
After the Secretary approves the Spending Plan-
All applicants are notified via email
APHIS announces the spending plan
A list of funded projects is posted on the NADPRP website
37Review Criteria
• Clear, strong, direct support • Impact and value of the
for one or more of the funding project’s deliverables &
priority topics outcomes to stakeholders
• Addresses one or more critical • Cost effectiveness
needs directly related to the
funding priority topic(s) • Use of best practices or
innovative approaches
• Feasibility of success
(strong approach, reasonable timeline
and budget, consideration of key
partnerships for success, skills &
experience of applicants)
38Timeline
Define Open Review Approve Award Monitor
Priorities Period Proposals Funds & Report
Expect to Announce
Deadline:
Awards in EARLY
August 6, 2021
NOVEMBER
39Tips for Proposals
• Read the funding opportunity announcement carefully
• Remember that only proposals that directly and strongly
support the funding priorities will be considered
• Invest time crafting a concise executive summary that
explains what the project will do & what it will deliver
(250 words max)
• Develop your proposal with the evaluation criteria in mind
• Be sure your application package is complete and includes
all required information and forms
40 Remember that the review panel’s job is to ensure the government’s funds are being well spent.
Proposals selected for funding provide the highest likelihood of high-value tangible end products.
Take some time to think about the proposal. A proposal that is well written and easy to follow will
be well received by the review panel.
Don’t wait till the last minute to submit the proposal. If the system is down or corrections are
required, it could mean that your proposal will not be submitted by the deadline.
41Webinar on Writing Proposals
Need help writing a proposal?
Check out the NADPRP website at:
USDA APHIS | National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program
Review the webinar recording titled:
Tips for Writing a Successful NADPRP Proposal
This recording will provide more detailed help on writing NADPRP proposals
Available on the NADPRP website after July 1, 2021
42Wrap up!
Resources
NADPRP Website-
GREAT information for applicants!
• Application material
• FAQ- frequently asked questions
• Work Plan template (Word)
• Financial Plan template (Excel)
• Guidelines for Use of Funds
• Links to all required forms
• Webinar recordings &
presentation material
https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/anim
alhealth/animal-disease-information/farm-bill/ad-
preparedness-response-program 44Contact Us!
Contact the NADPRP Team at
VS.NADPRP@usda.gov
For specific help with eFG access issues and locked accounts due to inactivity,
email the eFG help desk at ezFedGrants@cfo.usda.gov
45NADPRP 2021 Application Deadline
Application packages must be
submitted by
11:59 PM EDT on August 6, 2021
46QUESTIONS?
47Julie Wallin, Program Coordinator
Melinda Springer, Management Analyst
Thank you Laura Wilson, Supervisory Grants Specialist
Andrea Pegg, Grants Specialist
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