Item 35 - FY 2022 Emergency Management Performance Grant

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PSGP Program Appendix | 2023 Page G-3 Operational Activities Operational Activities address the Soft Targets/Crowded Places Priority. Explosive Detection Canine Teams (EDCTs) Use of canines (K-9) for explosive detection is one of the most effective solutions for the detection of vehicle-borne IEDs. When combined with the existing capability of a port or ferry security/police force, the added value provided through the addition of a canine team is significant. EDCTs are a proven, reliable resource to detect explosives and are a key component in a balanced counter-sabotage program. Eligibility for funding of EDCTs is restricted to: •U.S. Ferry Systems regulated under 33 C.F.R. Parts 101, 103, 104, and the passenger terminals these specific ferries service under 33 C.F.R. Part 105; •Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) regulated facilities; and •Port authorities, port police, and local law enforcement agencies that provide direct layered security for these U. S. Ferry Systems and MTSA-regulated facilities, and are defined in an AMSP, Facility Security Plan (FSP), or Vessel Security Plan (VSP). Applicants may apply for up to $450,000 ($150,000/year for three years) per award to support this endeavor. At the end of the grant period (36 months), recipients will still be responsible for continuing the heightened level of capability provided by the EDCT. A sustainment plan must be submitted with the applicant’s IJ to address the 12-month period beyond the period of performance of the award. Eligible EDCT Costs Funds for these EDCTs may not be used to fund drug detection and apprehension technique training. Only explosives detection training for EDCTs will be funded. The PSGP EDCT funds may only be used for new or expanded capabilities/programs and cannot be used to pay for existing K-9 teams, personnel, or K-9 training costs already supported by the port area. Repair and replacement of existing EDCT equipment is allowed. Eligible costs include: •Contracted K-9 and handler providing services in accordance with PSGP guidance; •Salary and fringe benefits of new full- or part-time K-9 handler positions; •Training and certifications (travel costs associated with training for new or expanded full or part time agency handlers, and canines are allowable); •K-9 and handler equipment costs; •Purchase and train a new K-9 and handler for CBRNE detection; and •K-9 maintenance costs including but not limited to veterinary, housing, and feeding costs. Ineligible EDCT costs include, but are not limited to: •Hiring costs, including costs associated with initial police academy training of new officers; •Meals and incidentals associated with travel for initial certification; •Vehicles modified to be used solely to transport canines; and •Repair or replacement of unallowable equipment. EDCT Certification Each EDCT, composed of one dog and one handler, must be certified by an appropriate, qualified organization. K-9 and handler should receive an initial basic training course and weekly maintenance training sessions thereafter to maintain the certification. The basic training averages ten weeks for the canine team (K-9 and handler together) with weekly training and daily exercising. Comparable training and