Operation Ceasefire Grant Program (OCGP)

Forensic and Analytical Technology for Local Law Enforcement
Application Deadline: January 29, 2025.

The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) is now accepting applications under the Virginia Operation Ceasefire Grant Program (OCGP) for Forensic and Analytical Technology for Local Law Enforcement. The purpose of this initiative is to support the use of technology that will result in reducing violent crime within the Commonwealth while implementing effective and sustainable solutions to intercept and eliminate local cycles of violence. Projects funded under this program will support local initiatives to fight violent crime by providing resources for law enforcement.

The purpose of this OCGP grant solicitation is to support local law enforcement efforts to address violent crime through the use of forensic and analytical technology. The applicant must present a clear plan for continued use, service, and maintenance of the purchased goods.  

Eligible applicants include:

• Local law enforcement agencies.

Applicants for this competitive solicitation may be awarded grants for a twelve (24) month period, from July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. Applications must be received by January 29. 2025 at 11:59 pm.

Solicitation Webinar 

Date: January 9, 2025
Time: 10:00am
Webinar: Link

All applicants must register in OGMS to view and apply for this funding opportunity. Instructions on how to register are available on our OGMS Training & Resources webpage but please allow at least 3-5 days for your request to be reviewed. Once approved, you will receive an email with your username and a separate email with your temporary password. Additional OGMS training resources are available on the OGMS Training & Resources webpage.

For technical assistance with OGMS, email ogmssupport@dcjs.virginia.gov and include the grant program in the subject line. This support email should be used for general system questions but not grant application-specific inquiries.

DCJS staff are available to provide technical assistance and support during the application process. 

Please contact Greg Hopkins at gregory.hopkins@dcjs.virginia.gov or (804) 692-0977 or Jennifer Quitiquit at jennifer.quitiquit@dcjs.virginia.gov or (804) 363-6027. 

You may also use the “Question” feature in the funding opportunity in OGMS. A response will be sent within two business days.