In addition to the selection criteria in § 379.30, the Secretary, in making awards under this program, considers—
(a)
The equitable distribution of projects among the States; and
(b)
The past performance of the applicant in carrying out a similar PWI project under previously awarded grants, as indicated by factors such as compliance with grant conditions, soundness of programmatic and financial management practices, and meeting the requirements of Subpart F of this part.
Code of Federal Regulations
(Authority:
29 U.S.C. 795(e)(2) and 795(f)(4)
)