Opportunity Information: Apply for RECOVERY ACT BLM MT RFA10 1573
Apply for RECOVERY ACT BLM MT RFA10 1573
- The Department of the Interior in the recovery act sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Biomass Utilization Program in Montana" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.233 Forests and Woodlands Resource Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 20, 2009 and posted on Nov 5, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 3, 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 $250,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $250,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Biomass Utilization Program in Montana was a discretionary federal grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior (through the Bureau of Land Management) under the Recovery Act. The purpose of the award was to support administrative oversight for Montana's Fuels for Schools Program focused on woody biomass utilization. In practical terms, the grant was aimed at helping coordinate and manage efforts that take woody biomass generated from habitat restoration projects and put it to productive use, rather than treating it purely as waste. At the same time, the program was designed to expand opportunities for public schools and other public institutions to use that woody material as a renewable energy source, typically by substituting biomass for more conventional heating fuels where feasible.
The grant emphasized two connected outcomes. First, it sought to improve the utilization of woody biomass that becomes available through restoration work, which often includes thinning, fuels reduction, and other activities that improve habitat conditions and reduce wildfire risk. Those projects can create large volumes of low-value wood that are expensive to haul and dispose of, so funding that supports better utilization can help reduce treatment costs and improve the overall economics of restoration. Second, it aimed to strengthen renewable energy use in public-sector facilities by supporting the use of that biomass as fuel, a model commonly associated with biomass heating systems for schools and community buildings. The overall idea was to connect forest and rangeland restoration supply with institutional energy demand, creating a more stable pathway for biomass to be collected, processed, and consumed locally.
Funding was provided through a cooperative agreement, indicating that the federal agency expected to have substantial involvement in the work rather than simply issuing a hands-off grant. The opportunity anticipated a single award, with an estimated total funding amount of $250,000. The award ceiling was $250,000 and the award floor was $125,000, meaning proposals were expected to fall within that range. There was no cost-sharing or matching requirement listed, which can lower the barrier for applicants that might otherwise struggle to provide non-federal match.
This opportunity was posted on November 5, 2009, with a closing date of January 3, 2010, and it was later archived on March 15, 2010. The program was associated with CFDA number 15.233, Forests and Woodlands Resource Management, aligning it with broader federal objectives around sustainable management and restoration of forest and woodland resources. Eligibility was listed as unrestricted (open to any type of entity), subject to any additional eligibility clarifications contained in the full announcement on Grants.gov.
For applicants or interested parties who needed help accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact was Lori J. Anderson, Grants Management Officer, reachable by email at landerso@blm.gov. The official listing referenced Grants.gov as the source for complete details and application materials.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Biomass Utilization Program in Montana?
The Biomass Utilization Program in Montana was a discretionary federal grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior through the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) under the Recovery Act. It focused on woody biomass utilization connected to Montana's Fuels for Schools Program.
What was the main purpose of this grant?
The purpose of the award was to support administrative oversight for Montana's Fuels for Schools Program as it relates to woody biomass utilization. In practical terms, it aimed to help coordinate and manage efforts to take woody biomass generated from habitat restoration projects and put it to productive use, rather than treating it as waste.
What outcomes did the grant emphasize?
The opportunity emphasized two connected outcomes: (1) improving utilization of woody biomass made available through restoration work (such as thinning and fuels reduction) and (2) strengthening renewable energy use in public-sector facilities by supporting the use of that biomass as fuel, including for biomass heating systems in schools and other public buildings.
How does habitat restoration relate to this program?
Habitat restoration projects can generate large volumes of low-value woody material, often from thinning, fuels reduction, and similar activities that improve habitat conditions and reduce wildfire risk. The program aimed to connect that supply of woody biomass to productive end uses, which can reduce hauling and disposal needs and help improve the economics of restoration work.
What types of facilities were intended to benefit from the biomass energy focus?
The grant description specifically noted public schools and other public institutions, with a typical use case being substitution of biomass for more conventional heating fuels where feasible.
What is meant by "woody biomass utilization" in this opportunity?
Within the context provided, woody biomass utilization refers to collecting, coordinating, processing, and consuming woody material generated from restoration activities and using it productively, including as a renewable energy source for public-sector facilities.
How was this funding awarded (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
Funding was provided through a cooperative agreement. This indicates the federal agency expected to have substantial involvement in the work rather than issuing a fully hands-off award.
How many awards were anticipated?
The opportunity anticipated a single award.
What was the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount was $250,000.
What were the award ceiling and award floor?
The award ceiling was $250,000 and the award floor was $125,000, meaning proposals were expected to fall within that range.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No cost-sharing or matching requirement was listed for this opportunity.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on November 5, 2009, and had a closing date of January 3, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
The listing was archived on March 15, 2010.
What CFDA number was associated with this program?
The program was associated with CFDA number 15.233, titled "Forests and Woodlands Resource Management."
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was listed as unrestricted (open to any type of entity), subject to any additional eligibility clarifications contained in the full announcement on Grants.gov.
Where could applicants find the full announcement and application materials?
The official listing referenced Grants.gov as the source for complete details and application materials.
Who was the point of contact for questions or access issues?
The listed point of contact was Lori J. Anderson, Grants Management Officer. The contact email provided was landerso@blm.gov.
Which federal agency offered this opportunity?
The opportunity was offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior through the Bureau of Land Management.
How did the program aim to support restoration economics?
By improving utilization of low-value woody material produced during restoration, the program aimed to reduce the costs associated with hauling and disposal and improve the overall economics of restoration treatments.
What was the broader idea behind connecting biomass supply and demand?
The overall concept described was to connect forest and rangeland restoration supply with institutional energy demand, creating a more stable pathway for biomass to be collected, processed, and consumed locally.
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