FY26 Collaborative Reform Organizational Assessment and Enhanced Training Invitational

The Collaborative Reform Organizational Assessment and Enhanced Training Invitational program is administered by the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, a component of the United States Department of Justice. The COPS Office is responsible for advancing community policing practices nationwide and supporting law enforcement agencies across state, local, territorial, and Tribal jurisdictions. Its mission aligns with federal priorities focused on improving public safety, strengthening trust between law enforcement and communities, and promoting evidence-based policing strategies. Through grant funding and technical assistance, the agency works to enhance organizational effectiveness and operational outcomes within law enforcement entities. This funding opportunity supports the Collaborative Reform Initiative Organizational Assessment and Enhanced Training program, which is designed to identify and implement organizational improvements within law enforcement agencies. The program emphasizes alignment with community policing principles, offering structured assessments, technical assistance, and training resources. A key component is the Enhanced Training program, which delivers online training experiences aimed at equipping law enforcement professionals with practical tools to improve organizational performance and measure outcomes within relatively short timeframes. These training sessions typically occur over a period of three to six months and involve structured, project-based learning. Funding under this opportunity is provided through a cooperative agreement mechanism, allowing for substantial involvement by the awarding agency throughout the project lifecycle. The program supports a wide range of allowable activities, including organizational assessments, development of improvement strategies, delivery of technical assistance, and facilitation of training cohorts. The training model incorporates blended learning approaches, flexible scheduling, and ongoing access to subject matter experts. Participants are expected to complete projects that demonstrate implementation of learned concepts and contribute to sustainable improvements in law enforcement operations. Eligibility for this opportunity is restricted to organizations that have received a direct invitation from the COPS Office, making it an invitational program rather than an open competition. Eligible applicant types include nonprofit organizations with or without 501c3 status, small businesses, and other for profit entities. The restriction to invited applicants significantly narrows the applicant pool and ensures that selected organizations possess the requisite expertise and capacity to deliver the program’s specialized services. No cost sharing or matching requirement is specified, allowing recipients to fully utilize federal funding without additional financial contributions. The application process requires submission through federal grant systems, including Grants.gov for the initial SF-424 form and the Justice Grants System for the full application package. Applicants must ensure compliance with all system requirements and deadlines, including timely submission of required forms and supporting documentation. Technical assistance is available through multiple support channels, including Grants.gov and JustGrants help desks, as well as the COPS Office Response Center for programmatic inquiries. While specific application components are not detailed in the synopsis, applicants can expect to provide organizational information, project plans, and documentation demonstrating their ability to deliver training and technical assistance services. Applications for this funding opportunity are open as of mid July 2026, with a final submission deadline of August 24, 2026. Only one award is expected to be made, with total program funding and the award ceiling both set at 750000 dollars. The period of performance is not explicitly stated in the synopsis, though the training component suggests short term project cycles within a broader implementation framework. The program does not indicate recurring availability, suggesting that it is a single cycle invitational opportunity tied to specific programmatic needs identified by the COPS Office. Evaluation criteria are not explicitly outlined in the provided synopsis, but given the cooperative agreement structure and invitational nature, selection is likely based on demonstrated expertise, organizational capacity, and alignment with program objectives. Applicants are expected to deliver measurable outcomes, support implementation of organizational improvements, and contribute to the advancement of community policing practices. The program emphasizes sustainability, meaningful participation, and measurable impact, indicating that successful applicants will need to demonstrate both technical proficiency and the ability to engage law enforcement stakeholders effectively.