Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 14 NERO 0059
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- The National Park Service in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "2014 Strategic Planning for the Champlain Heritage Partnership" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.939 National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 23, 2014 and posted on Jun 23, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 28, 2014 This is NOT a request for applications this is an announcement that an award has already been designated for New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission on behalf of Lake Champlain Basin Program for their work on the 2014 Strategic Planning for the Champlain Heritage Partnership. NEIWPCC on behalf of LCBP agrees to 1. Maintain the existing ten (10) county based network of regional stakeholder groups throughout the CVNHP to include representation of all counties within the national heritage area. 2. Develop CVNHP programs supporting each of the three approved interpretive themes for the CVNHP. The interpretive themes are (1) Making of Nations investigating the history of settlement and exploration in the Champlain Valley and the role of the region and its people in the various American wars that preceded the peace the region knows today, (2) Corridor of Commerce exploring the historic and current role of Lake Champlain and its network of tributaries and canals in the regional economy, and (3) Conservation and Community looking at the history of agricultural activity and related environmental change in the region and the current importance of locally grown food to the regions economy and culture. New partnerships, programs, and projects that interpret, educate, and provide outreach will continue for the following programs a. An ongoing commemorative program recognizing the importance of the War of 1812 and the 200 years of unbroken peace between the United States and Canada that ensued in support of the Making of Nations interpretive theme (see specifically Attachment A, Task j). b. An ongoing interpretive program featuring sustainable agriculture and the agricultural tourism economy in support of the Conservation and Community and Corridor of Commerce interpretive themes (see specifically Attachment A, Task d). 3. Implement tasks as outlined in Attachment A FY 14 Work Plan and Budget CVNHP Administration and Management Plan Implementation (Tasks a k). 4. Comply with all applicable State and Federal laws, including, but not limited to, National Environmental Policy Act and the National Historic Preservation Act.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $296,500.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $296,500.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- This is NOT a request for applications this is an announcement that an award has already been designated for New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission on behalf of Lake Champlain Basin Program for their work on the 2014 Strategic Planning for the Champlain Heritage Partnership. NEIWPCC on behalf of LCBP agrees to 1. Maintain the existing ten (10) county based network of regional stakeholder groups throughout the CVNHP to include representation of all counties within the national heritage area. 2. Develop CVNHP programs supporting each of the three approved interpretive themes for the CVNHP. The interpretive themes are (1) Making of Nations investigating the history of settlement and exploration in the Champlain Valley and the role of the region and its people in the various American wars that preceded the peace the region knows today, (2) Corridor of Commerce exploring the historic and current role of Lake Champlain and its network of tributaries and canals in the regional economy, and (3) Conservation and Community looking at the history of agricultural activity and related environmental change in the region and the current importance of locally grown food to the region s economy and culture. New partnerships, programs, and projects that interpret, educate, and provide outreach will continue for the following programs a. An ongoing commemorative program recognizing the importance of the War of 1812 and the 200 years of unbroken peace between the United States and Canada that ensued in support of the Making of Nations interpretive theme (see specifically Attachment A, Task j). b. An ongoing interpretive program featuring sustainable agriculture and the agricultural tourism economy in support of the Conservation and Community and Corridor of Commerce interpretive themes (see specifically Attachment A, Task d). 3. Implement tasks as outlined in Attachment A FY 14 Work Plan and Budget CVNHP Administration and Management Plan Implementation (Tasks a k). 4. Comply with all applicable State and Federal laws, including, but not limited to, National Environmental Policy Act and the National Historic Preservation Act.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Park Service opportunity titled "2014 Strategic Planning for the Champlain Heritage Partnership" (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 14 NERO 0059) is not an open call for proposals. It is a formal notice that a single cooperative agreement award had already been designated to the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (NEIWPCC), acting on behalf of the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP), to carry out strategic planning and related administration and management plan implementation work for the Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership (CVNHP). In other words, this posting functioned more like a public award announcement than a competitive grant solicitation, even though it appears in the standard grants format.
The funded work centers on sustaining and coordinating heritage-area programming and stakeholder engagement across the national heritage area. A major commitment is to maintain the existing network of ten county-based regional stakeholder groups, ensuring that every county within the national heritage area remains represented. This emphasis on a county-level structure signals that the partnership model relies on consistent local participation and coordination, rather than being driven solely by a centralized office.
Program development under the award is organized around three approved interpretive themes for the CVNHP. The first theme, "Making of Nations," focuses on the Champlain Valley's settlement and exploration history and the region's role in American conflicts leading up to the long period of peace that followed. The second theme, "Corridor of Commerce," highlights how Lake Champlain and its connected tributaries and canals have shaped the regional economy historically and continue to do so today. The third theme, "Conservation and Community," addresses agricultural history, environmental change associated with land use, and the modern cultural and economic importance of locally grown food. The announcement also points to continued partnerships, programs, and outreach projects aligned with these themes, including a commemorative effort tied to the War of 1812 and the ensuing 200 years of uninterrupted peace between the United States and Canada (linked to the "Making of Nations" theme), and an interpretive initiative focused on sustainable agriculture and the agricultural tourism economy (supporting both "Conservation and Community" and "Corridor of Commerce").
Beyond theme-based programming, NEIWPCC/LCBP is responsible for implementing a set of specific tasks contained in an Attachment A, described as the FY 14 Work Plan and Budget for CVNHP Administration and Management Plan Implementation (Tasks a through k). While the attachment itself is not included in the text you provided, the reference makes clear that the award was structured around a defined work plan with multiple administrative and programmatic deliverables rather than a loosely defined project. The recipient is also required to comply with applicable state and federal laws, explicitly including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), which is typical for federal assistance tied to heritage, interpretation, and potential on-the-ground activities that could affect historic or environmental resources.
Administratively, the opportunity lists one expected award with total funding of $296,500, and both the floor and ceiling are set at the same amount, indicating a fixed award size rather than a range. Cost sharing or matching is required. The assistance listing is under CFDA 15.939 (National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance). The eligible applicant category shown is nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), but in practice the award had already been designated to NEIWPCC on behalf of LCBP, consistent with the non-competitive nature of the announcement. The posting date was June 23, 2014, with an original/current closing date of June 28, 2014, and an archive date of June 29, 2014, reflecting a short public notice window rather than an application period. Contact information in the notice points to a Partnership Program Specialist, Keith Zotti, for assistance accessing the full announcement.
FAQs: 2014 Strategic Planning for the Champlain Heritage Partnership (NPS 14 NERO 0059)
1) Is this an open grant competition?
No. This posting is not an open call for proposals. It functions as a formal public notice that a single cooperative agreement award had already been designated.
2) Who was the designated recipient of the award?
The award was designated to the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (NEIWPCC), acting on behalf of the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP).
3) What is the purpose of this cooperative agreement?
The funded work supports strategic planning and related administration and management plan implementation for the Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership (CVNHP). It is focused on sustaining and coordinating heritage-area programming and stakeholder engagement across the national heritage area.
4) What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NPS 14 NERO 0059.
5) What is the title of the opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "2014 Strategic Planning for the Champlain Heritage Partnership."
6) What federal agency issued the opportunity?
The opportunity was issued by the National Park Service.
7) How many awards were expected?
One award was expected.
8) What was the total funding amount for the award?
The total funding amount listed is $296,500.
9) Is the award amount a range or a fixed amount?
It appears to be a fixed amount. Both the funding floor and ceiling are set at $296,500.
10) Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The notice states that cost sharing or matching is required.
11) What CFDA (assistance listing) is associated with this opportunity?
The assistance listing is CFDA 15.939, labeled "National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance."
12) Who is shown as eligible to apply in the posting?
The eligible applicant category shown is nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education).
13) If nonprofits are listed as eligible, could an organization still apply?
Based on the information provided, the posting was not competitive and the award had already been designated to NEIWPCC/LCBP. Even though the listing includes an eligibility category, the notice itself indicates it functioned as a public award announcement rather than a solicitation.
14) What are the main program priorities described for the funded work?
The announcement emphasizes sustaining and coordinating heritage-area programming and stakeholder engagement. A specific priority is maintaining the existing network of ten county-based regional stakeholder groups so that every county in the national heritage area remains represented.
15) What does the county-based stakeholder structure involve?
The work includes maintaining a network of ten county-based regional stakeholder groups, with an explicit focus on ensuring representation for every county within the national heritage area.
16) What interpretive themes guide program development under the award?
Program development is organized around three approved interpretive themes for the CVNHP: (1) Making of Nations, (2) Corridor of Commerce, and (3) Conservation and Community.
17) What is the "Making of Nations" theme about?
"Making of Nations" focuses on the Champlain Valley's settlement and exploration history and the region's role in American conflicts leading up to the long period of peace that followed.
18) What is the "Corridor of Commerce" theme about?
"Corridor of Commerce" highlights how Lake Champlain and connected tributaries and canals shaped the regional economy historically and continue to influence it today.
19) What is the "Conservation and Community" theme about?
"Conservation and Community" addresses agricultural history, environmental change associated with land use, and the modern cultural and economic importance of locally grown food.
20) Are any example projects or initiatives mentioned?
Yes. The announcement points to continued partnerships, programs, and outreach projects aligned with the themes, including a War of 1812 commemorative effort tied to 200 years of uninterrupted peace between the United States and Canada (linked to "Making of Nations"). It also references an interpretive initiative focused on sustainable agriculture and the agricultural tourism economy (supporting both "Conservation and Community" and "Corridor of Commerce").
21) What specific tasks were required under the award?
The recipient is responsible for implementing tasks identified in "Attachment A," described as the FY 14 Work Plan and Budget for CVNHP Administration and Management Plan Implementation (Tasks a through k). The attachment itself is referenced but not included in the information provided here.
22) Does the award require compliance with specific laws or regulations?
Yes. The recipient is required to comply with applicable state and federal laws, explicitly including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).
23) What do NEPA and NHPA compliance requirements indicate about the project?
Based on the notice, the assistance is tied to heritage and interpretive work and may include activities that could affect environmental or historic resources, which is why NEPA and NHPA are explicitly cited.
24) When was the opportunity posted?
The posting date listed is June 23, 2014.
25) What were the closing and archive dates?
The original/current closing date was June 28, 2014, and the archive date was June 29, 2014.
26) Why is the public notice window so short?
Based on the information provided, the short window is consistent with a posting that served as a public award notice rather than a competitive application period.
27) Who is the contact person listed for the announcement?
The notice references a Partnership Program Specialist, Keith Zotti, as the contact for assistance accessing the full announcement.
28) What should someone do if they need the full announcement text?
The notice indicates that Keith Zotti can assist with accessing the full announcement.
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