Opportunity Information: Apply for DOI SM 252 10
Apply for DOI SM 252 10
- The Office of Surface Mining in the environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program Abandoned Mine Lands" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.252 Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 31, 2010 and posted on Oct 24, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 30, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $370,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $117,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 27 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program Abandoned Mine Lands grant (Funding Opportunity Number DOI SM 252 10, CFDA 15.252) is a discretionary federal grant administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior's Office of Surface Mining (OSM). Its purpose is to fund the operation of approved Abandoned Mine Land (AML) reclamation programs run by eligible state governments and federally recognized Indian tribes. In practical terms, this funding supports ongoing, programmatic work to identify, prioritize, design, and carry out reclamation projects that address safety hazards and environmental damage left behind by past mining.
Eligibility for this opportunity is strictly limited to state governments and federally recognized tribal governments, and the funding is intended for states and tribes that already have OSM-approved AML reclamation programs. The grants support mine site reclamation projects on "eligible lands," generally defined as lands and waters that were mined or otherwise affected by coal mining processes that occurred prior to August 7, 1977. The description also notes that certain post-1977 sites and some non-coal mining impacts may qualify under specific circumstances, reflecting that AML programs sometimes address hazards that fall outside the main pre-1977 coal baseline when allowed by law and program rules.
From a funding perspective, the opportunity lists an estimated total funding level of $370,000,000, with an expected 27 awards. Individual award sizes vary widely, with a stated award floor of $243,000 and a ceiling of $117,000,000, suggesting allocations depend heavily on factors like state or tribal program status, documented AML inventory and needs, and applicable statutory formulas or OSM determinations. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement indicated, meaning recipients are not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving the award.
The opportunity was posted on October 24, 2008, with internal record dates showing creation on March 31, 2010. The original closing date is listed as September 30, 2009, and the current closing date as September 30, 2010, with an archive date of October 31, 2010. While these dates indicate the notice is historical in this specific posting, the underlying AMLR program itself is a long-running federal program, and current-year funding is typically announced through updated channels.
For additional program information, the announcement points to OSM resources (http://www.osmre.gov) and provides multiple agency contacts across OSM offices. Named points of contact include Lafayette Vance (412-937-2842, lvance@osmre.gov), Sheila Hartless (412-937-3007, shartless@osmre.gov), Jay Bautista (618-463-6463, jbautista@osmre.gov), Paul Fritsch (618-463-6463, pfritsch@osmre.gov), Frank Atencio (303-293-5018, fatencio@osmre.gov), Daniel Martinez (505-248-5083, dnmartinez@osmre.gov), Renata Garris (202-208-2747, rgarris@osmre.gov), and Marie Sibrell (202-208-2999, msibrell@osmre.gov). These contacts are intended for applicants who have trouble accessing the full announcement or need clarification on program requirements and application procedures.
Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program - Abandoned Mine Lands Grant (DOI SM 252 10) FAQs
What is the Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program Abandoned Mine Lands grant?
It is a discretionary federal grant administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior's Office of Surface Mining (OSM). The funding supports the operation of approved Abandoned Mine Land (AML) reclamation programs run by eligible state governments and federally recognized Indian tribes.
What is the purpose of this grant?
The purpose is to fund ongoing, programmatic work to identify, prioritize, design, and carry out reclamation projects that address safety hazards and environmental damage left behind by past mining. In other words, it helps eligible recipients operate their approved AML programs and implement reclamation projects.
Who administers this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior's Office of Surface Mining (OSM).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number and CFDA number for this grant?
Funding Opportunity Number: DOI SM 252 10. CFDA number: 15.252.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is strictly limited to state governments and federally recognized tribal governments. The funding is intended for states and tribes that already have OSM-approved AML reclamation programs.
Are local governments, nonprofits, universities, or private companies eligible?
No. Based on the opportunity description provided, eligibility is strictly limited to state governments and federally recognized tribal governments with OSM-approved AML programs.
Does an applicant need to already have an approved AML reclamation program?
Yes. The description indicates the grant supports the operation of approved AML reclamation programs and is intended for states and tribes that already have OSM-approved AML reclamation programs.
What types of lands or sites can be addressed with grant funds?
The grants support mine site reclamation projects on "eligible lands," generally defined as lands and waters that were mined or otherwise affected by coal mining processes that occurred prior to August 7, 1977.
Are post-1977 mine sites ever eligible?
The description notes that certain post-1977 sites may qualify under specific circumstances, when allowed by law and program rules.
Can the grant address non-coal mining impacts?
The description states that some non-coal mining impacts may qualify under specific circumstances, reflecting that AML programs sometimes address hazards outside the main pre-1977 coal baseline when allowed by law and program rules.
What kinds of activities does the funding support in practical terms?
The funding supports ongoing, programmatic activities to identify AML problems, prioritize them, perform project design, and carry out reclamation projects aimed at correcting safety hazards and environmental damage from past mining.
How much total funding is estimated to be available?
The opportunity lists an estimated total funding level of $370,000,000.
How many awards are expected?
The opportunity indicates an expected 27 awards.
What is the minimum and maximum award size?
The stated award floor is $243,000 and the stated award ceiling is $117,000,000.
Why do award amounts vary so widely?
The description suggests allocations depend heavily on factors such as a state or tribal program status, documented AML inventory and needs, and applicable statutory formulas or OSM determinations.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity indicates there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients are not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving an award.
When was this opportunity posted, and what are the key dates listed?
The opportunity was posted on October 24, 2008. It lists an original closing date of September 30, 2009, a current closing date of September 30, 2010, and an archive date of October 31, 2010. It also shows internal record dates indicating creation on March 31, 2010.
Is this specific posting current or historical?
The dates provided indicate the notice is historical in this specific posting (with closing and archive dates in 2010). The description also notes that the AMLR program is long-running and that current-year funding is typically announced through updated channels.
Where can applicants find additional program information?
The announcement points to OSM resources at http://www.osmre.gov for additional program information.
Who should be contacted for help accessing the full announcement or clarifying requirements?
The opportunity provides multiple points of contact across OSM offices for applicants who have trouble accessing the full announcement or need clarification on requirements and procedures.
What agency contacts are listed in the opportunity?
Listed contacts include: Lafayette Vance (412-937-2842, lvance@osmre.gov), Sheila Hartless (412-937-3007, shartless@osmre.gov), Jay Bautista (618-463-6463, jbautista@osmre.gov), Paul Fritsch (618-463-6463, pfritsch@osmre.gov), Frank Atencio (303-293-5018, fatencio@osmre.gov), Daniel Martinez (505-248-5083, dnmartinez@osmre.gov), Renata Garris (202-208-2747, rgarris@osmre.gov), and Marie Sibrell (202-208-2999, msibrell@osmre.gov).
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