Opportunity Information: Apply for EPA R10 PTU 15 01
Apply for EPA R10 PTU 15 01
- The Environmental Protection Agency in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Addressing Bed Bugs in Rural Alaska" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 66.716 Research, Development, Monitoring, Public Education, Training, Demonstrations, and Studies.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 6, 2015 and posted on May 5, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 22, 2015 Please refer to the full announcement, including Section IV, for additional information on submission methods and due dates.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $100,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 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).
- See Section III of the announcement for additional eligibility information.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 10, offered a discretionary funding opportunity titled "Addressing Bed Bugs in Rural Alaska" (Funding Opportunity Number EPA R10 PTU 15 01) to support Alaska Native Village communities dealing with bed bug infestations. The purpose of the project is to reduce practical and logistical barriers that make bed bug control difficult in rural Alaska, and to strengthen local capacity so communities have clear, reliable, and workable ways to respond when infestations occur. The overall emphasis is on helping communities move from ad hoc responses to coordinated, informed, and effective bed bug management.
The grant is designed around several required proposal components. Applicants are expected to map out and clarify the appropriate roles and responsibilities of the organizations and regulatory agencies involved with bed bug issues, which can include local governments, tribal entities, housing authorities, health organizations, state and federal partners, and pest management resources. Proposals also need to identify what treatment options, education efforts, and outreach services are actually needed in rural Alaska, recognizing that remote geography, limited access to pest control services, housing conditions, and supply constraints can all affect what is feasible and effective. A central deliverable is providing rural communities with practical tools and accurate information they can use immediately when bed bugs are detected, including guidance on how to confirm infestations, prevent spread, select effective treatment steps, and avoid ineffective or unsafe practices. The EPA specifically encourages the grantee to coordinate with the agency so educational materials reflect the most current, evidence-based recommendations for bed bug management.
Another core requirement is that the project use integrated pest management (IPM) principles. In practice, this means emphasizing a coordinated strategy that combines prevention, monitoring and inspection, accurate identification, non-chemical and chemical controls as appropriate, occupant education, and follow-up to reduce reinfestation. IPM also typically prioritizes approaches that minimize unnecessary pesticide exposure while still achieving effective control, which is especially important in settings where residents may have limited ability to relocate during treatment or where ventilation and housing density can complicate pesticide use.
A key expectation is that the work produce replicable products and materials that can be used beyond the initial target communities. Rather than creating one-off resources, the project is meant to generate templates, training materials, outreach toolkits, protocols, or other practical resources that can be adopted by other Alaskan communities facing similar challenges. This makes the project not only a direct response effort, but also a capacity-building initiative intended to scale across rural Alaska.
In terms of funding details, the opportunity anticipated a single award with an estimated total funding amount of $100,000 and an award ceiling of $100,000, with no cost sharing or matching requirement. The funding instrument type was a cooperative agreement grant, meaning the EPA would likely have substantial involvement during the project compared to a typical grant. The assistance listing (CFDA) number associated with the opportunity is 66.716, which covers research, development, monitoring, public education, training, demonstrations, and related studies. The opportunity was posted May 5, 2015, with an original closing date of June 21, 2015 and a current closing date of June 22, 2015, and it was archived July 21, 2015. Eligibility is described broadly as "Others" with further clarification and full eligibility requirements located in Section III of the full announcement.
For access and questions, the contact listed was Derrick Terada at the EPA Region 10 Pesticides and Toxics Unit, based in Seattle, Washington (terada.derrick@epa.gov), with instructions to consult the full announcement for complete submission methods, due dates, and other requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Addressing Bed Bugs in Rural Alaska" and was offered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 10.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is EPA R10 PTU 15 01.
Which EPA office is offering this opportunity?
This is an EPA Region 10 discretionary funding opportunity, associated with the Region 10 Pesticides and Toxics Unit.
What is the purpose of the project?
The purpose is to help Alaska Native Village communities reduce the practical and logistical barriers that make bed bug control difficult in rural Alaska, and to strengthen local capacity so communities have clear, reliable, workable ways to respond to infestations. The emphasis is on moving from ad hoc responses to coordinated, informed, and effective bed bug management.
Who is the project intended to support?
The project is intended to support Alaska Native Village communities dealing with bed bug infestations in rural Alaska.
What kinds of barriers is the project expected to address?
Proposals are expected to account for barriers common in rural Alaska, including remote geography, limited access to pest control services, housing conditions, and supply constraints that affect what is feasible and effective for bed bug control.
What are the required proposal components described in the opportunity summary?
Based on the provided summary, required components include:
- Mapping and clarifying roles and responsibilities among organizations and regulatory agencies involved in bed bug issues (for example: local governments, tribal entities, housing authorities, health organizations, state and federal partners, and pest management resources).
- Identifying the treatment options, education efforts, and outreach services actually needed in rural Alaska (considering local constraints and feasibility).
- Producing practical tools and accurate information that communities can use immediately when bed bugs are detected (including confirming infestations, preventing spread, selecting effective treatment steps, and avoiding ineffective or unsafe practices).
- Using integrated pest management (IPM) principles as a core approach.
- Developing replicable products/materials that can be used beyond the initial target communities (templates, training materials, outreach toolkits, protocols, or similar resources).
What does it mean to "map out roles and responsibilities" for bed bug response?
The project expects applicants to clarify who does what among the relevant organizations and agencies connected to bed bug issues. The summary notes that this may include local governments, tribal entities, housing authorities, health organizations, state and federal partners, and pest management resources.
What types of community resources or tools are expected as deliverables?
A central deliverable is practical tools and accurate information rural communities can use right away when bed bugs are detected. The summary specifically mentions guidance on:
- How to confirm infestations
- How to prevent spread
- How to select effective treatment steps
- How to avoid ineffective or unsafe practices
Is the project required to use Integrated Pest Management (IPM)?
Yes. A core requirement is that the project use integrated pest management (IPM) principles.
What does IPM mean in the context of this opportunity?
In this opportunity, IPM is described as a coordinated strategy that can include prevention, monitoring and inspection, accurate identification, non-chemical and chemical controls (as appropriate), occupant education, and follow-up to reduce reinfestation. The summary also notes that IPM typically prioritizes minimizing unnecessary pesticide exposure while still achieving effective control.
Does EPA expect coordination on educational materials?
Yes. EPA specifically encourages the grantee to coordinate with the agency so educational materials reflect the most current, evidence-based recommendations for bed bug management.
Are the products expected to be usable beyond the initial communities?
Yes. The opportunity emphasizes creating replicable products and materials that can be adopted by other Alaskan communities facing similar challenges, rather than one-off resources.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The opportunity anticipated an estimated total funding amount of $100,000.
What is the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The award ceiling is $100,000.
How many awards were anticipated?
The opportunity anticipated a single award.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
No. The summary states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What type of funding instrument is this?
The funding instrument type is a cooperative agreement grant.
What does a cooperative agreement imply for the project?
The summary indicates that a cooperative agreement means EPA would likely have substantial involvement during the project compared to a typical grant.
What is the Assistance Listing (CFDA) number?
The Assistance Listing (CFDA) number associated with this opportunity is 66.716.
What general activities does CFDA 66.716 cover?
As described in the summary, CFDA 66.716 covers research, development, monitoring, public education, training, demonstrations, and related studies.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on May 5, 2015.
What was the closing date for applications?
The summary lists an original closing date of June 21, 2015 and a current closing date of June 22, 2015. Applicants were instructed to consult the full announcement for complete submission methods and due dates.
Is this funding opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on July 21, 2015.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described broadly as "Others", with further clarification and full eligibility requirements located in Section III of the full announcement.
Where can applicants find the complete eligibility and application requirements?
The summary directs applicants to consult the full announcement, especially Section III for eligibility, and the full announcement generally for submission methods, due dates, and other requirements.
Who is the EPA contact for this opportunity?
The contact listed is Derrick Terada, EPA Region 10 Pesticides and Toxics Unit, Seattle, Washington. The email provided is terada.derrick@epa.gov.
What should applicants do if they have submission questions?
The summary indicates applicants should consult the full announcement for complete submission methods, due dates, and other requirements, and provides the EPA contact (Derrick Terada) for access and questions.
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