Alaska Online Public Notices #224736

Alaska Public Safety Grant for Crisis Intervention Programs (Byrne SCIP)

This opportunity is a grant solicitation from the Alaska Department of Public Safety, Division of Alaska State Troopers, for the Edward Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (Byrne SCIP). - Approximately $974,000 in federal funding is available for crisis intervention initiatives - At least 40% of funds must be passed through to local government units (cities, counties, tribes, school districts, law enforcement, public health agencies, or local/tribal courts) - Eligible applicants include government and tribal entities - Program focus areas: - Enhancing access to mental health services - Promoting safe firearm storage - Supporting culturally relevant violence and substance misuse intervention programs - Leveraging technology to overcome geographical barriers - Providing de-escalation or crisis intervention training for law enforcement and first responders - Notable requirements: - Compliance with federal audit and reporting standards - Quarterly financial and progress reporting - Prohibition on use of funds for prizes, entertainment, or unmanned aircraft systems - Maximum project period of 10 months per award - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grant program for eligible public sector entities

Description

The Alaska Department of Public Safety is soliciting proposals for the Edward Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (Byrne SCIP) for federal fiscal years 2022 through 2025. Approximately $974,000 in funding is available, with 40% required to be passed through to local governments. The program focuses on crisis intervention initiatives such as mental health services, safe firearm storage, culturally relevant violence prevention, technology to overcome geographical barriers, and crisis intervention training for law enforcement and first responders. Proposals must be submitted electronically or by mail by August 28, 2026, and applicants are required to submit quarterly reports. The funding is subject to availability and legal modifications.

View original listing