collect data for policy, management, and analytical purposes; (4) evaluate programs for efficiency and effectiveness; (5) replicate exemplary projects; and (6) develop commercially-viable products for the human arena through small business innovative research (SBIR). It is anticipated that 10 grants will be awarded in fiscal year 2000 and fiscal year 2001. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Guidelines and other information are published in the Federal 406 Register. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Headquarters Office: Nolan Lewis, Division of Community Discretionary Programs, Office of Community Services, Administration for Children and Families, Department of Health and Human Services, 370 L'Enfant Promenade, SW., Washington, DC 20447. Telephone: (202) 401-5282. Web Site Address: http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/ocs. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Microenterprise business development, self-employment business training, specialized job training related to new business ventures and/or a specific business expansion project that is designed to create permanent full-time jobs for eligible AFDC and low-income individuals to move toward economic self- sufficiency. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Selecting factors include: (1) Organizational experience in program area and staff responsibilities; (2) analysis of need; (3) work program; (4) significant and beneficial impact; (5) third party evaluation; (6) public-private partnerships; and, (7) budget
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