Opportunity Information: Apply for 8USFWSIM 1003
Apply for 8USFWSIM 1003
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Biostatistical Design and Analysis" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 28, 2011 and posted on Jun 14, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 28, 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 $51,655.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $51,655.00 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 the Biostatistical Design and Analysis project. This is a notice of intent to award the University of California, Davis a single source agreement of 51,655 under justification 505 DM 2.14 (B4).
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Opportunity Summary:
The Biostatistical Design and Analysis opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number 8USFWSIM 1003) is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) cooperative agreement focused on improving how biological monitoring data are designed, analyzed, and interpreted for National Wildlife Refuges (NWRs), specifically in USFWS Region 8. The core purpose is to bring in specialized biostatistical expertise to help refine monitoring sampling designs and to conduct analyses of existing or "legacy" datasets that have already been collected on refuges. In practical terms, the work centers on making sure monitoring programs are statistically sound (so future data collection answers management questions efficiently and credibly) while also extracting more value from past datasets by applying appropriate statistical approaches to understand trends, patterns, and ecological drivers.
A defining feature of this award is the level of anticipated federal involvement. USFWS expects substantial participation in the day-to-day technical direction and in the interpretation of results, rather than simply receiving a final report from an outside contractor. The intent is collaborative: Service biologists will work closely with the research partner not only to support the analyses, but also to learn analysis techniques and strengthen in-house capacity. The research partner provides statistical design and analysis leadership, while USFWS staff contribute refuge-specific ecological context, management priorities, and interpretation of statistical outputs so that results are meaningful for real-world conservation decisions.
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement under the Natural Resources activity category, with an estimated total funding amount of $51,655 and an award ceiling of $51,655. Only one award was expected. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement listed, which means the recipient is not required to contribute additional non-federal funds to meet a match.
This notice is not a competitive grant solicitation with an open application process. Instead, it is a notice of intent to make a single-source award to the University of California, Davis, justified under 505 DM 2.14 (B4). Because it is a single-source action, the typical eligibility landscape is largely irrelevant to would-be applicants; the posting functions mainly as a public notice that USFWS plans to make this specific award to this specific institution rather than inviting proposals from multiple entities.
Key dates associated with the posting include a posted date of June 14, 2011 and a closing date of June 28, 2011, with the opportunity later archived on July 28, 2011. For access issues or administrative questions about the announcement, the listed contact is Kaylene Keller, IM Data Manager, reachable by phone at 916-278-9419.
Finally, the announcement emphasizes that the government retains exclusive control over the award process and any subsequent contractual actions, including modifications, change orders, and performance direction. This underscores that while the technical work is collaborative, formal authority over scope adjustments and related administrative actions remains with USFWS.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Biostatistical Design and Analysis opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number 8USFWSIM 1003)?
This is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) cooperative agreement focused on improving how biological monitoring data are designed, analyzed, and interpreted for National Wildlife Refuges (NWRs), specifically within USFWS Region 8.
What is the main purpose of this cooperative agreement?
The core purpose is to bring in specialized biostatistical expertise to (1) refine monitoring sampling designs so future monitoring is statistically sound, and (2) analyze existing "legacy" datasets that have already been collected on refuges to extract additional value, such as trends, patterns, and potential ecological drivers.
What types of work are expected under this award?
Based on the notice, the work centers on two practical areas: improving statistical sampling designs for refuge monitoring programs, and conducting biostatistical analyses of existing refuge datasets to support interpretation of ecological trends and patterns in a way that is useful for management decisions.
What does "legacy datasets" mean in this announcement?
"Legacy datasets" refers to biological monitoring datasets that were collected previously on refuges. The intent is to apply appropriate statistical approaches to these existing datasets to better understand trends, patterns, and ecological drivers.
Which geographic area and program does this opportunity support?
The opportunity supports National Wildlife Refuges (NWRs) in USFWS Region 8.
Is this a grant or a cooperative agreement?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement under the Natural Resources activity category.
How is a cooperative agreement different in practice for this project?
A defining feature of this award is substantial federal involvement. USFWS expects significant participation in day-to-day technical direction and in interpreting results, rather than only receiving a final report. The project is intended to be collaborative, with USFWS staff working closely with the research partner.
What level of federal involvement is anticipated?
The notice describes substantial USFWS involvement in technical direction and interpretation of results. Service biologists are expected to collaborate with the research partner throughout the work, including learning analysis techniques to strengthen in-house capacity.
Who is expected to receive the award?
This posting is a notice of intent to make a single-source award to the University of California, Davis.
Is this an open, competitive funding opportunity?
No. The notice states it is not a competitive grant solicitation with an open application process. It is a single-source action and functions mainly as a public notice that USFWS plans to make an award to a specific institution rather than inviting proposals from multiple entities.
If an organization wanted to apply, can it submit an application anyway?
Based on the notice, USFWS is planning a single-source award to a specific institution, and the announcement is not described as an open solicitation. The typical competitive application process is not indicated here.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $51,655.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is $51,655.
How many awards are expected?
Only one award was expected.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed. This means the recipient is not required to contribute additional non-federal funds to meet a match, based on the information provided.
What are the key dates for this posting?
The posting date is June 14, 2011. The closing date is June 28, 2011. The opportunity was later archived on July 28, 2011.
What does the closing date mean if this is single-source?
The notice includes a closing date (June 28, 2011) even though it is not an open, competitive solicitation. Based on the description, the posting serves as a public notice of intent rather than an invitation for competing proposals.
Who should be contacted for access issues or administrative questions?
The listed contact is Kaylene Keller, IM Data Manager. The phone number provided is 916-278-9419.
What is meant by "exclusive control over the award process" in the announcement?
The announcement emphasizes that the government retains exclusive control over the award process and any subsequent contractual actions. This includes modifications, change orders, and performance direction.
Does the collaborative nature of the work change who has formal authority over scope or changes?
No. While the technical work is described as collaborative, the notice underscores that formal authority over scope adjustments and related administrative actions remains with USFWS.
What is the intended benefit to USFWS staff beyond receiving analysis results?
The intent is for USFWS biologists to work closely with the research partner not only to support analyses, but also to learn analysis techniques and strengthen in-house capacity.
What roles do the research partner and USFWS staff play?
The research partner provides statistical design and analysis leadership. USFWS staff contribute refuge-specific ecological context, management priorities, and interpretation of statistical outputs so results are meaningful for conservation decision-making.
What is the justification cited for the single-source action?
The notice states the single-source award is justified under 505 DM 2.14 (B4).
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