Opportunity Information: Apply for P13AS00056
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- The National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Accuracy Assessment of Vegetation Map at Lake Mead National Recreation Area" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.945 Cooperative Research and Training Programs Resources of the National Park System.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 8, 2013 and posted on May 8, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 17, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $267,084.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $267,084.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The "Accuracy Assessment of Vegetation Map at Lake Mead National Recreation Area" opportunity is a National Park Service (NPS) funding notice issued to inform the public that NPS intends to fund a specific, ongoing project without open competition. It is not a call for new applications. The work is being carried out under a cooperative agreement through the Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU), with Colorado State University (CSU) continuing a collaborative effort tied to the University of Colorado's Colorado Natural Heritage Program. The main purpose is to complete an accuracy assessment of an existing vegetation map for Lake Mead National Recreation Area, supporting the baseline natural resource inventories produced under the NPS Inventory and Monitoring Program.
The core project goal is straightforward: verify how accurate the vegetation map is by conducting field-based checks and analyzing how well the mapped vegetation classes match on-the-ground conditions. This type of accuracy assessment is a standard quality-control step for vegetation mapping and is important because these maps are used for long-term resource management, monitoring, planning, and scientific analysis. By confirming map reliability and documenting where and why errors occur, the project helps ensure that the vegetation dataset can be confidently used as a baseline reference for future comparisons and decisions in the park.
CSU's responsibilities focus on the technical and scientific execution of the assessment. CSU is expected to take part in startup, planning, and progress meetings; create a field key that helps crews consistently interpret and assign vegetation map classes in the field; conduct the field data collection itself; and then handle all post-field-season processing of the collected data and related deliverables. After fieldwork, CSU will analyze the accuracy assessment results, produce progress and final reports, and participate in a closeout meeting. In other words, CSU is responsible for the end-to-end workflow that turns field observations into documented accuracy metrics and final reporting products.
NPS's role is to provide project oversight, logistics, and agency systems support so the fieldwork and data management align with NPS standards. NPS will coordinate field logistics at Lake Mead NRA, including safety protocols and providing dispatch phones for field teams. NPS will review program requirements with CSU, provide access to the NPS Plots Database for entering field data, and serve as the primary point of contact for project questions. NPS will also review draft products and provide feedback, offer training on accuracy assessment procedures if needed, assist with data management, and facilitate delivery of the final vegetation map needed for the assessment. Regular communication between NPS and the CSU principal investigator is also built into the plan to keep schedules and objectives on track.
The notice explains why the award is non-competitive: it is categorized as a continuation of work already underway, and introducing competition at this stage would risk disrupting continuity and timely completion. NPS also cites prior successful use of CSU on similar mapping and inventory efforts, CSU's relevant academic strengths in natural and cultural resources, and CSU's proximity to NPS Natural Resource Stewardship and Science offices as practical reasons supporting the direct continuation.
Administratively, this is a discretionary cooperative agreement opportunity in the natural resources category, with one expected award and an estimated total funding amount of $267,084 (also listed as the award ceiling). There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The eligible applicant type listed is public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, which aligns with the selection of CSU. The opportunity was posted May 8, 2013, with a closing date of May 17, 2013, and archived May 20, 2013. The CFDA listing includes 15.945, covering Cooperative Research and Training Programs and Resources of the National Park System. A point of contact is provided for access issues with the announcement: Alicia Broner, Contract Specialist (Contractor), at 303-987-6734 and aliciabroner@contractor.nps.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "Accuracy Assessment of Vegetation Map at Lake Mead National Recreation Area" opportunity?
This is a National Park Service (NPS) funding notice describing NPS's intent to fund a specific, ongoing project to complete an accuracy assessment of an existing vegetation map for Lake Mead National Recreation Area (Lake Mead NRA). The work supports baseline natural resource inventories produced under the NPS Inventory and Monitoring Program.
Is this announcement a call for new grant applications?
No. The notice is not a call for new applications. It is issued to inform the public that NPS intends to fund a specific project without open competition.
Why is the award being made without open competition?
The notice states the award is non-competitive because it is a continuation of work already underway, and competing it at this stage could disrupt continuity and timely completion. NPS also cites CSU's prior successful performance on similar work, relevant academic strengths in natural and cultural resources, and proximity to NPS Natural Resource Stewardship and Science offices as supporting reasons.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The purpose is to complete an accuracy assessment of the existing vegetation map for Lake Mead NRA by verifying how well mapped vegetation classes match on-the-ground conditions using field-based checks and subsequent analysis.
Why is a vegetation map accuracy assessment important?
Accuracy assessment is a standard quality-control step for vegetation mapping. These maps are used for long-term resource management, monitoring, planning, and scientific analysis. Confirming reliability and documenting where and why errors occur helps ensure the dataset can be used confidently as a baseline reference for future comparisons and decisions in the park.
What type of agreement is being used to carry out the work?
The project is being carried out under a cooperative agreement through the Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU).
Which organization is expected to receive the award?
Colorado State University (CSU) is expected to continue the work under the cooperative agreement.
How does this project relate to other institutions or programs?
The notice describes CSU continuing a collaborative effort tied to the University of Colorado's Colorado Natural Heritage Program. The work also supports baseline inventories under the NPS Inventory and Monitoring Program.
What are CSU's main responsibilities on this project?
CSU's responsibilities include participating in startup, planning, and progress meetings; creating a field key to help crews consistently interpret and assign vegetation map classes; conducting field data collection; processing data and deliverables after the field season; analyzing the accuracy assessment results; producing progress and final reports; and participating in a closeout meeting.
What is a "field key" in the context of this project?
Based on the notice, the field key is a tool CSU will create to help field crews consistently interpret vegetation map classes and assign the appropriate classes during field data collection.
What is the National Park Service (NPS) responsible for in this project?
NPS will provide oversight and support so fieldwork and data management align with NPS standards. This includes coordinating field logistics at Lake Mead NRA, establishing safety protocols, providing dispatch phones for field teams, reviewing program requirements with CSU, providing access to the NPS Plots Database for data entry, serving as the primary point of contact for project questions, reviewing draft products and providing feedback, offering training on accuracy assessment procedures if needed, assisting with data management, and facilitating delivery of the final vegetation map needed for the assessment.
Will NPS provide any tools or systems for data entry and management?
Yes. NPS will provide access to the NPS Plots Database for entering field data and will assist with data management as described in the notice.
Will there be training as part of the project?
NPS will offer training on accuracy assessment procedures if needed, according to the notice.
Where will the fieldwork take place?
The fieldwork is associated with Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
How many awards are expected under this notice?
The notice indicates one expected award.
What is the estimated funding amount for the project?
The estimated total funding amount is $267,084, and this is also listed as the award ceiling.
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
No. The notice states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
What is the opportunity category?
The notice describes it as a discretionary cooperative agreement opportunity in the natural resources category.
Who is eligible to apply, based on the notice?
The eligible applicant type listed is public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, which aligns with CSU.
What are the posting and closing dates listed for this notice?
The opportunity was posted on May 8, 2013, with a closing date of May 17, 2013. It was archived on May 20, 2013.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA listing includes 15.945, which covers Cooperative Research and Training Programs and Resources of the National Park System.
Who can be contacted for access issues with the announcement?
For access issues, the notice lists Alicia Broner, Contract Specialist (Contractor), at 303-987-6734 and aliciabroner@contractor.nps.gov.
Who is the primary point of contact for project questions once work is underway?
The notice states NPS will serve as the primary point of contact for project questions during the project.
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