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grantees must apply for funding through this portal, accessible on the Internet at www. grants. gov. 2. Dun and Bradstreet Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number. The applicant must provide a DUNS number with their application. This number is a required field within www.grants.gov and for CCR Registration. Organizations should verify that they have a DUNS number, or take the steps necessary to obtain one, as soon as possible. Applicants can receive a DUNS number at no cost by calling the dedicated toll-free DUNS Number request line at (866) 705-5711. 3. Valid CCR Registration. The application process also involves an updated and current registration by the applicant. Eligible applicants must confirm CCR registration at http://www.ccr.gov, as well as apply for funding through www..qrants.gov. 4. Investment Justification. As part of the FY 2010 application process, applicants must develop an Investment Justification that addresses each initiative being proposed for funding. These Investment Justifications must demonstrate how proposed projects address gaps and deficiencies in current programs and capabilities. The Investment Justification must demonstrate the ability to provide enhancements consistent with the purpose of the program and guidance provided by FEMA. Applicants must ensure that the Investment Justification is consistent with all applicable requirements outlined in this application kit. Applicants will find an Investment Justification template in Part VIII. Applicants should use this Investment Justification template to submit the Portfolio Narrative and Portfolio Budget, as well as specific Project Outline(s). C. Submission Dates and Times Application submissions will be received by 11:59 p.m. EST, February 12, 2010. Only applications made through www.grants.govwill be accepted. D. Intergovernmental Review Executive Order 12372 requires applicants from State and local units of government or other organizations providing services within a State to submit a copy of the application to the State Single Point of Contact (SPOC), if one exists, and if this program has been selected for review by the State. Applicants must contact their State SPOC to determine if the program has been selected for State review. Executive Order 12372 can be referenced at http://www. archives. gov/federal-register/codification/executive- order112372.html. The names and addresses of the SPOCs are listed on OMB's home page available at http://www. whitehouse. pov/omb/grants/spoc.html. 14 55A-20