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SEARCH/BROWSE THE STATE PROJECT COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
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CSFA State Fiscal Year 2026-2027
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CSFA Number:
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42.081
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State Project Title:
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Florida Retail Fuel Transfer Switch Modernization Grant Program
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Agency:
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Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Program:
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Consumer Protection
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Budget Entity:
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42160200
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Specific Appropriation:
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1397 2025
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Appropriation Category:
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140036
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Related CFDA Code:
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Authorization:
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s. 526.147, F.S., 2025-198 L.O.F. line 1397
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Objectives:
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The grant program shall provide grant funds, not to exceed $10,000 per retail fuel facility, to be used for installation and equipment costs related to installing or modernizing transfer switch infrastructure at retail fuel facilities to allow for the continuity of fueling operations under generated power.
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Types Of Assistance:
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Grants
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Applicant Type:
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For-Profit
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Restrictions:
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The department will review all applications in compliance with the following eligibility requirements:
* Be a registered petroleum facility in compliance with s. 525.19, Florida Statutes.
* Submit complete application and documentation verifying compliance with the grant criteria.
* Agree to participate in emergency response coordination efforts as required by local or state authorities.
* Not have been required to comply with ss. 526.143(2), Florida Statutes.
* Have a minimum of four fueling positions
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Procedures:
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Pre-Application Notice:
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Notice will be sent to the Florida Petroleum Marketers Association along with other Petroleum contacts. FDACS inspectors will distribute information to gas stations that do not have transfer switches already installed.
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Application Procedures:
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* Application approvals and awards will be granted on a monthly rolling basis until funding is depleted.
* Application form must be submitted by the first business day of each month to be considered for the current cycle deadline.
* The remaining unfunded applications with the lowest scores will automatically be considered for the next funding cycle.
* Required documents include:
* Facility license and registration
* Site map showing location relative to evacuation routes
* Proof of generator ownership or contract
* Fuel contract documentation
* Fuel types and capacity
* Inventory of fueling positions
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Award Procedures:
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Applications will be evaluated based on the following weighted criteria:
Criterion and Weight
Percentage of petroleum facilities in the county without a transfer switch - 30%
Facility location on a designated evacuation route - 30%
Number of fueling positions available - 25%
Presence of on-site generator or contract for generator delivery within 24 hours - 10%
Availability of retail fuel facilities with a transfer switch in the vicinity of the intended recipient location - 5%
Note: Facilities scoring highest across all categories will be prioritized for funding.
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Deadlines:
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* Application approvals and awards will be granted on a monthly rolling basis until funding is depleted.
* Application form must be submitted by the first business day of each month to be considered for the current cycle deadline.
* The remaining unfunded applications with the lowest scores will automatically be considered for the next funding cycle.
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Compliance and Monitoring
* Facilities may be subject to site inspections and audits.
* Facilities must provide proof of installation from a certified or registered electrical contractor. Certification must include a statement that the transfer switch meets the requirements of s. 526.143, Florida Statutes, and include photos of the transfer switch and generator connectors.
* Non-compliance may result in:
* Suspension or termination of funding
* Repayment of disbursed funds
* Disqualification from future grant cycles
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Information Contact:
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Lori Joanos
Senior Management Analyst SES
Director's Office, Division of Consumer Services
Lori.Joanos@fdacs.gov
(850) 410-3815
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Web Address:
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www.fdacs.gov
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