Rule 15-20-72-5.3.1 - Application for ARPA RWAI Grant1.Pre-application Guidance and Conference. Upon request the Department will provide a Grant application package to the potential Grant applicant and/or its licensed engineer. The potential Grant applicant and/or its licensed engineer may request a pre- application conference with the Department as early in the application process as practical.
2.Contents of ApplicationsAll documents listed below shall be complete when submitted to the Department.
When forms are provided by the Department, these forms shall be used, and they shall not be altered. The ARPA RWAI Grant application may request assistance only for costs that are allowable in accordance with Subchapter 4 of these regulations and may include a construction contingency, as determined by the Department, in the project budget. The application shall include a Project Cost Breakdown. A complete application package shall conform to these regulations and shall include the following:
A. A complete ARPA RWAI Grant application form with original signature with associated attachments.B. A procurement certification from the Grant applicant and the Grant applicant's legal counsel.C. A legal certification from the Grant applicant and the Grant applicant's legal counsel.D. A certified copy of a resolution by the Grant applicant's governing body which, 1) authorizes the submission of the application and 2) designates an authorized representative or officer to make application for assistance and to sign documents on behalf of the applicant.E. A certification regarding debarment, suspension, in accordance with Subchapter 7 Rule 5.7.2 of these regulations.F. Documentation of its tax-exempt status under either federal or state law.G. An Internal Revenue Service Form W-9.H. All waste disposal permit applications, if applicable.I. All other forms, documents, and supporting information required by the Department.15 Miss. Code. R. 20-72-5.3.1
House Bill 1421, 2022 Regular Session & Senate Bill 2444, 2023 Regular Session of the MS Legislature