The CMF is a term that describes FEMA s automated system for maintaining information about public assistance applicants during disasters. The file stores all the information collected about an applicant throughout the public assistance process. PDA data, Requests for Public Assistance , Project Worksheets , records of meetings, phone messages and other documentation can be incorporated. FEMA and state partners are able to track the progress of projects and grants and make more informed customer-related decisions. Applicants can determine eligibility, define the scopes of work and provide cost estimates for small projects.
Applicants can group small projects to facilitate project management using a variety of methods.
Applicants submit small projects using the Project Worksheet form. If errors are found, applicants are encouraged to review other projects for similar problems. If a second sample fails validation, the Public Assistance Coordinator will assign a Project Officer or Specialist to assist the applicant in reviewing, and if necessary, rewriting all remaining projects. When validation is complete, all small projects that have no special consideration impact may be obligated as a lump sum. Each large project is assigned to a Project Officer who will work with the applicant to formulate the scope of work and cost estimates.