Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1021-DFS-DFS01-133375

Massachusetts SAFE and Senior SAFE Grant Funding for Fire and Life Safety Education

The Massachusetts Department of Fire Services is offering competitive grant funding to fire departments for fire and life safety education targeting school-aged children and senior citizens. - Government Buyer: - Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, Department of Fire Services, Massachusetts Fire Safety Division - Grant Programs: - Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) for children - Senior SAFE for senior citizens - Products and Equipment Eligible for Funding: - Audio electronics: microphones, portable speakers - Computer equipment: laptops (with accessories), printers - Presentation tools: projector screens, portable projectors - Teaching aids: spinner wheels, flash cards, wooden props, Hazard House/Kitchen, junior firefighter gear - Classroom and instructional supplies: crayons, erasers, highlighters, markers, pencils, pens, chart/easel, whiteboards - Printed curriculum: assessment tools, Fire Prevention Week materials, flyers, manuals, textbooks, workbooks - Promotional materials and incentives: flashlights, sensory toys, hot/cold packs, jar grip openers, keyrings, magnets, nightlights, puzzles, rulers, stickers, stress balls - Wearables: bandanas, hats, plastic helmets, sunglasses, sweatshirts, temporary tattoos, t-shirts, wristbands/slap bracelets - Fire detection and suppression equipment: carbon monoxide alarms, combination smoke/CO alarms, in-hood stovetop fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, alarms for hearing/visually impaired, stovetop heat limiting devices - Installation equipment: power drills, screwdrivers, step ladders, stud finders, tape measures, toolboxes - Supplies: adhesives, batteries, house numbers, mounting brackets, screws, zip ties/velcro strips, carpet tape, grab bars, handrails, lock boxes, mini lanterns, non-slip socks, sand buckets - Services Eligible for Funding: - Fire and life safety education for children and seniors (curriculum development, training, outreach) - Planning grants for departments new to SAFE - Staff wages for classroom education and educator training - Training and certification fees, exam fees, lodging (in Massachusetts) - Unique Requirements: - Use of trained fire and life safety educators - Completion of Fire and Life Safety Education (FLSE) course or teaching license - Written student evaluations and compliance with reporting systems (MFIRS, NERIS) - Tiered funding based on population served; maximum awards up to $17,500 (SAFE) and $5,000 (Senior SAFE) - Allowable expenses are strictly defined; no specific OEMs or vendors are named - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned; grant funds may be used to purchase eligible products and services from any qualified supplier.

Description

The Department of Fire Services (DFS) announces funding for fire and life safety education targeting school-aged children and senior citizens in the Commonwealth. The program aims to reduce injuries and fatalities by helping these vulnerable populations recognize and mitigate fire and other emergency dangers. Funding is available to fire departments across the Commonwealth, with awards determined competitively based on application scores. Applicants may apply for SAFE, Senior SAFE, or both programs, and must comply with reporting system requirements. The grant supports educational programs to enhance fire safety awareness among children and seniors.

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