Closed · 26PR10 · CFDA 16.601 · Other

Risk Assessment: Conducting Prison Security Audits

Federal grant opportunity posted by National Institute of Corrections, cataloged on Grants.gov.

up to $175K
Award range
Closed
Status
July 20, 2026
Close date
1
Expected awards

The verdict

Risk Assessment: Conducting Prison Security Audits is a closed other listing from National Institute of Corrections that offered Up to $175,000 across 1 expected award. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number.

up to $175K
award range
Closed
application status
1
expected award
16.601
CFDA program

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement - Risk Assessment: Conducting Prison Security Audits - is cataloged under number 26PR10 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 16.601, posted by National Institute of Corrections. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on June 5, 2026 and last updated on June 8, 2026. The funding category is Other, delivered as a cooperative agreement.

Award economics. The award range on file is Up to $175,000. The agency has projected $175,000 in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 1 award. If the agency funds the expected 1 award from the $175,000 estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $175,000. Cost sharing is not required, so applicants do not need to commit matching funds to be competitive on this opportunity. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.

Deadline and action path. This opportunity closed on July 20, 2026. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number, so monitoring the parent program page is the most reliable way to catch re-announcements. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully, federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed, it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities. Before acting on the deadline or award figures above, verify them directly on the official Grants.gov listing, amendments can change dates and amounts after this page was last refreshed.

Award Range

Up to $175,000

Close Date

July 20, 2026

Posted

June 5, 2026

Est. Total Funding

$175,000

Expected Awards

1

Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Description

A well‑designed and well‑managed security audit program systematically reviews prison operations, policies, procedures, staff performance, physical security systems, and emergency preparedness to identify vulnerabilities and risks. Because prisons inherently involve high‑risk factors—such as escapes, violence, contraband, disturbances, and other safety threats—structured, policy‑driven audits conducted by knowledgeable staff are essential for identifying and preventing problems before they occur.NIC’s 36‑hour security training program supports this goal by providing a comprehensive, hands‑on auditing experience. The program includes an in‑brief with agency and facility leadership, one full day of in‑person classroom instruction, three and a half days of prison‑based audit work, and a half‑day executive close‑out. Participants have a unique, nonjudgmental opportunity to apply auditing skills in real operational settings as teams are deployed to designated prisons. Upon completion, a full report of findings is prepared, enabling agencies to develop effective remediation strategies.

Eligibility

Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category code 25. These codes correspond to applicant types (state/local government, tribal organization, nonprofit, educational institution, individual, small business, etc.) defined in Grants.gov's own eligibility reference. See the current Grants.gov eligibility categories or check the official listing below for this opportunity's exact eligibility statement.

Official Listing on Grants.gov

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Agency Contact

Mark A Wyche Grantor Phone 771-241-0452

Key Dates

Posted June 5, 2026
Close Date July 20, 2026
Archive Date August 19, 2026
Last Updated June 8, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "Risk Assessment: Conducting Prison Security Audits", offered by National Institute of Corrections. It is associated with CFDA program 16.601. A well‑designed and well‑managed security audit program systematically reviews prison operations, policies, procedures, staff performance, physical security systems, and emergency preparedness to iden...
Is this opportunity still open?
No, this opportunity is closed. It closed on July 20, 2026. Check the parent program page for future funding cycles.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is Up to $175,000. Total estimated funding: $175,000. Expected number of awards: 1.
How do I apply?
Applications for federal grant opportunities are typically submitted through Grants.gov. Visit the official listing at grants.gov for application instructions, required documents, and submission deadlines.

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