Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-21 for institutions of higher education, with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local governments, and with OMB Circular No. A-122 for nonprofit organizations. Award Procedure: Local technical assistance grants and university center continuation grants are approved by the appropriate EDA Regional Director. The Assistant Secretary for Economic Development, Department of Commerce, will approve all national technical assistance grants and initial university center grants. Deadlines: See deadlines announced in the Federal Register. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: From 1 month to 4 months. Appeals: None. Renewals: Proposals for renewal will be reviewed on their own merit. 249 ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula. Technical assistance grantees generally must contribute 50 percent or more of the total project cost in cash or in- kind services. Lower percentages are possible as outlined in 13 CFR 301.4(b), 307.3, 307.6 and 307.9. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Varies, but usually a period of one year. Funds are released as required. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Grantees must complete Standard Form 270 to receive disbursements. Progress reports are required prior to making subsequent disbursement and shall be submitted in accordance with
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