Audits: Audits will be conducted in accordance with the terms and conditions of the award and OMB Circular No. A-133, Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations. Records: All financial and programmatic records, supporting documents, statistical reports, and other records of recipients or subrecipients must be maintained in accordance with the terms of the award. Generally, the recipient must retain records for 3 years from the date on which the final expenditure report is submitted. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 13-0552-0-1-503. Obligations: (Grants) FY 99 $21,417,412; FY 00 est $16,930,000; and FY 01 est $45,119,000. 436 Range and Average of Financial Assistance: $56,625 to $600,000; $409,400. PROGAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1999, NTIA received over 700 applications requesting $250 million, and the program awarded 43 grants totaling $21.4 million. For fiscal year 2000, NTIA anticipates receiving the same level of requests. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Written requests to the Director, Technology Opportunities Program, will obtain application package containing the Notice of Availability of Funds, application forms and guidelines. Cost will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular Nos. A-21 for institutions of higher education, A-87 for State and local governments, and with A-122 for nonprofit organizations.
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