Overview
The Statewide Training Provider manages a program that aims to prevent child injuries and fatalities resulting from motor vehicle crashes. This is achieved through recruitment and training of Child Passenger Safety (CPS) technicians and instructors, organizing and staffing car seat check events and serving as an educational resource to parents, caregivers, public safety agencies and other organizations that serve children and families.
Only one organization will be selected to fulfill the role of Statewide Training Provider.
Eligibility
State, local, private, nonprofit, and not-for-profit entities in Massachusetts established to fulfill a primary public purpose and who meet all eligibility criteria may apply.
To be eligible, an applicant must employ, both at the time of application and for the duration of the contract resulting from this AGF, at least one CPS Lead Instructor with a minimum of ten years of experience as an active instructor in Massachusetts. Applicants must demonstrate prior experience with administering a statewide child passenger safety training program.
Key Dates and Materials
Key Dates
AGF Posted: August 14, 2025
Deadline for Q&A: August 22, 2025
Proposals Due: September 5, 2025, no later than 4:00 pm
Award Announcements: September 2025
Anticipated Grant Period: October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026
Application Materials
FFY26 CPS Statewide Training Provider AGF
FFY26 CPS Statewide Training Provider Budget Worksheet
Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing
OGR Subrecipient Risk Assessment Form
Additional Resources
Helpful Hints for the New Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing Form
Subrecipient Grant Conditions - These are provided for awareness only. Applicants are not required to submit this document with their applicaiton.
Training Opportunities
Are you or a member of your organization interested in becoming certified as a Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technician? Learn about training opportunities.