Opportunity Information: Apply for FWS NCTC 2011 16
Apply for FWS NCTC 2011 16
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the education environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "4 H Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program (WHEP)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.649 Service Training and Technical Assistance (Generic Training).
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 24, 2011 and posted on Jun 24, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 15, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $50,920.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $50,920.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- There is not an application process for 4 H WHEP. This is a notice of intent to award a single source grant under justification 505 DM 2.14B(1) to New Mexico State University.
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding notice describes a planned, single-source cooperative agreement by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) in support of the 4-H Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program (WHEP). Even though it appears in the format of a grant opportunity, it is not an open competition and the agency is not seeking applications from the public. Instead, USFWS is issuing a notice of intent to make one award using the Department Manual authority at 505 DM 2.14B(1), which allows a single-source award when the funding action stems from an unsolicited proposal that offers a unique or innovative approach and is considered beneficial to the agency's program goals.
The purpose behind the award is tied directly to USFWS priorities under its Youth in Natural Resource Careers initiative. USFWS identifies a core need to encourage and develop young people who have the skills and interest to eventually enter conservation and natural resource professions. WHEP is presented as a well-established 4-H youth program that teaches science-based wildlife and fisheries habitat management to youth ages 8 to 19. The program uses a structured manual and training approach to build foundational and practical knowledge, including wildlife terminology and concepts, differences among habitat types, identification of common wildlife foods, methods for evaluating habitat quality, habitat management practices, and approaches to wildlife damage management.
A major element of WHEP is its competitive learning model. Senior-level teams (ages 14 to 19) that win at the state level earn the opportunity to participate in the annual National WHEP Invitational Contest. The invitational includes five core components: wildlife identification, general wildlife knowledge, wildlife management practices, development of a written wildlife habitat management plan, and an oral defense of that plan. The contest format is designed to teach natural resources management through applied problem-solving, planning, and communication, and it is supplemented by field trips and demonstrations that connect participants with real-world habitat conditions and management techniques.
Another key feature is that the invitational rotates to a different host state each year, meaning participants experience different habitat types and regional conservation issues over time. This traveling format also increases opportunities for youth to interact with natural resource professionals from across the country, which supports career awareness, networking, and exposure to the diversity of conservation work. USFWS explicitly frames these outcomes as aligned with the agency's goal of building the next generation of conservation professionals.
From an administrative standpoint, this notice lists the opportunity as discretionary funding delivered through a cooperative agreement, categorized under education, environment, and natural resources. The expected number of awards is one, with an estimated total funding amount and award ceiling of $50,920 (no minimum award floor is specified). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated. The assistance listing references CFDA 15.649 (Service Training and Technical Assistance - Generic Training). Although the posting includes dates (posted June 24, 2011, closing July 15, 2011, archived August 14, 2011), those dates function more as a public notice timeline rather than an application window because there is no application process for outside applicants.
Eligibility is effectively limited because the award is intended as a single-source action to New Mexico State University in connection with WHEP. In practical terms, this means other organizations are not being invited to apply or compete for the funding. The listed agency contact for access issues or questions about the announcement is Tracy McCleaf, Agreement Coordinator (Career Awareness), at 304-876-7781.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this an open grant competition?
No. Although it is presented in a grant-opportunity format, this notice describes a planned, single-source cooperative agreement. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is not seeking applications from the public and is not running an open competition for this funding action.
Can my organization apply for this funding?
No. This notice states that the award is intended as a single-source action to New Mexico State University in connection with the 4-H Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program (WHEP). Other organizations are not being invited to apply or compete.
Why is USFWS using a single-source award instead of a competitive process?
The notice explains that USFWS is proceeding under Department Manual authority at 505 DM 2.14B(1). This authority allows a single-source award when the funding action stems from an unsolicited proposal that offers a unique or innovative approach and is considered beneficial to the agency's program goals.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The notice describes the funding as discretionary support delivered through a cooperative agreement.
What is the purpose of this cooperative agreement?
The stated purpose is to support the 4-H Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program (WHEP) in a way that advances USFWS priorities under its Youth in Natural Resource Careers initiative. The agency identifies a need to encourage and develop young people with skills and interest in conservation and natural resource careers.
How does WHEP align with USFWS priorities?
USFWS frames WHEP as a well-established youth program that builds science-based habitat management knowledge and practical skills for youth. The outcomes described (applied problem-solving, planning, communication, and interactions with professionals) are presented as directly supporting the goal of building the next generation of conservation professionals.
Who does WHEP serve (age range)?
WHEP is described as serving youth ages 8 to 19.
What does WHEP teach participants?
The notice states that WHEP teaches science-based wildlife and fisheries habitat management using a structured manual and training approach. Topics listed include:
- Wildlife terminology and concepts
- Differences among habitat types
- Identification of common wildlife foods
- Methods for evaluating habitat quality
- Habitat management practices
- Approaches to wildlife damage management
What is the National WHEP Invitational Contest?
The National WHEP Invitational Contest is described as an annual event that senior-level teams (ages 14 to 19) can qualify for after winning at the state level.
What are the main components of the National WHEP Invitational Contest?
The invitational includes five core components:
- Wildlife identification
- General wildlife knowledge
- Wildlife management practices
- Development of a written wildlife habitat management plan
- Oral defense of the habitat management plan
How does the contest format support learning?
The notice describes the contest as a competitive learning model designed to teach natural resources management through applied problem-solving, planning, and communication. It is also supplemented by field trips and demonstrations that connect participants with real-world habitat conditions and management techniques.
Why does the National WHEP Invitational rotate host states?
The notice explains that the invitational rotates to a different host state each year so participants can experience different habitat types and regional conservation issues over time.
What career-related benefits are described for youth participants?
The traveling invitational format is described as increasing opportunities for youth to interact with natural resource professionals from across the country. USFWS links this to career awareness, networking, and exposure to the diversity of conservation work.
How many awards does USFWS expect to make under this notice?
The expected number of awards is one.
What is the estimated funding amount and award ceiling?
The notice lists an estimated total funding amount and an award ceiling of $50,920. No minimum award floor is specified.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is stated in the notice.
What assistance listing (CFDA) is referenced?
The notice references CFDA 15.649, described as Service Training and Technical Assistance - Generic Training.
What program categories are associated with this opportunity?
The notice categorizes the effort under education, environment, and natural resources.
Do the posted and closing dates represent an application window for the public?
No. While the posting includes dates (posted June 24, 2011; closing July 15, 2011; archived August 14, 2011), the notice indicates there is no application process for outside applicants. The dates function as a public notice timeline rather than a period when the public can apply.
Who is the intended recipient of the single-source award?
The notice indicates the award is intended for New Mexico State University in connection with WHEP.
Who can I contact with questions about this announcement?
The listed contact for access issues or questions is Tracy McCleaf, Agreement Coordinator (Career Awareness), at 304-876-7781.
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