Opportunity Information: Apply for L15AS00014
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- The Bureau of Land Management in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BLM CA Mojave Desert Area Hydrologic Reconnaissance" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.236 Environmental Quality and Protection Resource Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 8, 2015 and posted on Jan 8, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 9, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $350,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $350,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The BLM CA Mojave Desert Area Hydrologic Reconnaissance grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number L15AS00014) was a Bureau of Land Management discretionary funding program focused on improving baseline hydrologic knowledge of springs and selected wells across Mojave Desert subregions in California. The main purpose was to carry out on-the-ground field reconnaissance that documents the condition and viability of water sources, with an emphasis on measurements and observations that can be collected consistently and repeated over time. The results were intended to help BLM and partners prioritize where to invest effort in later biological surveys and, if warranted, more detailed water chemistry (geochemical) sampling.
The work described centered on visiting springs and certain wells in each identified subarea and collecting hydrologic information under professional oversight. All field activities were required to be conducted under the supervision of a California Professional Geologist and Certified Hydrogeologist, reflecting the technical nature of the project and the need for defensible methods and data quality. A nongovernmental organization and the hydrogeologist were expected to coordinate closely with BLM to determine the final list of sites to be visited, meaning the exact spring and well targets would be refined collaboratively based on BLM priorities, access, and management needs.
Methodologically, the opportunity pointed to Dr. Donald Sadas spring reconnaissance methodology developed for the Desert Managers Group as the general framework, but with the project specifically focusing on the hydrologic components of that approach. The rationale given was practical: while biological information at springs is important, the biological condition of spring-dependent resources is ultimately linked to the reliability of the water source itself. Hydrologic observations (such as discharge, evidence of flow persistence, basic physical characteristics, and other water-source indicators) tend to be more straightforward to quantify and replicate than biological observations that can shift seasonally or with other ecological factors. By first building a strong hydrologic screening dataset, BLM aimed to reduce time spent on remote or wide-ranging biological survey efforts at locations that may not have sustained water or long-term ecological value.
A key expected outcome was a dataset and set of findings that would guide future decisions. Specifically, the reconnaissance information was meant to inform where subsequent biological surveys should be conducted and to support planning for any follow-up geochemical sampling of spring water. In other words, this phase functioned as a reconnaissance-level, hydrology-first step to improve targeting and efficiency of later, more specialized field work.
Administratively, the award instrument was a cooperative agreement, which typically indicates substantial involvement or collaboration with the federal agency during project implementation. The activity category was Natural Resources, with CFDA listing 15.236 (Environmental Quality and Protection Resource Management). BLM anticipated making a single award, with estimated total funding of $350,000 and an award ceiling of $350,000 (award floor listed as $500). No cost sharing or matching was required. Eligibility was limited to nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education.
The opportunity was posted on January 8, 2015, with a closing date of March 9, 2015, and it was later archived on December 31, 2019. The public listing referenced Grants.gov for full announcement access, and the contact provided for assistance was Leona B. Parker (GMO) at 530-252-5338 and lparker@blm.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the BLM CA Mojave Desert Area Hydrologic Reconnaissance grant (L15AS00014)?
It was a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) discretionary funding opportunity to improve baseline hydrologic knowledge of springs and selected wells across Mojave Desert subregions in California. The emphasis was on field reconnaissance that documents water-source condition and viability using measurements and observations that can be collected consistently and repeated over time.
What was the main purpose of the funded work?
The purpose was to carry out on-the-ground field reconnaissance at springs and selected wells to collect hydrologic information (measurements and observations) that can be replicated over time. The results were intended to help BLM and partners prioritize where to invest effort in later biological surveys and, if warranted, more detailed geochemical (water chemistry) sampling.
What types of sites were included in the reconnaissance?
The work centered on visiting springs and certain wells in each identified Mojave Desert subarea in California. The final list of specific sites was expected to be refined collaboratively with BLM based on priorities, access, and management needs.
What kind of data or observations were expected to be collected?
The opportunity emphasized hydrologic reconnaissance observations and measurements that are straightforward to quantify and repeat over time. Examples mentioned or implied include discharge and evidence of flow persistence, along with basic physical characteristics and other water-source indicators.
Why did the project focus on hydrology first rather than biology?
The rationale was that the biological condition of spring-dependent resources is ultimately linked to the reliability of the water source. Hydrologic observations (such as discharge and persistence of flow) tend to be more consistently measurable and replicable than biological observations, which can vary seasonally and due to other ecological factors. Building a hydrologic screening dataset first was intended to reduce time spent on biological surveys at locations that may not have sustained water or long-term ecological value.
What methodology was referenced for the reconnaissance approach?
The opportunity pointed to Dr. Donald Sadas spring reconnaissance methodology developed for the Desert Managers Group as the general framework. This project specifically focused on the hydrologic components of that approach.
What was the expected outcome or deliverable from this work?
A key expected outcome was a dataset and findings that would guide future decisions. The reconnaissance information was meant to inform where subsequent biological surveys should be conducted and to support planning for any follow-up geochemical sampling of spring water.
How was BLM expected to be involved during the project?
The award instrument was a cooperative agreement, which typically indicates substantial involvement or collaboration with the federal agency during implementation. In addition, the nongovernmental organization and the hydrogeologist were expected to coordinate closely with BLM to determine the final list of sites to be visited.
What professional oversight requirements applied to field activities?
All field activities were required to be conducted under the supervision of a California Professional Geologist and Certified Hydrogeologist. This reflected the technical nature of the work and the need for defensible methods and data quality.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) status. Institutions of higher education were excluded.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching was required.
How much funding was available?
BLM anticipated making a single award. The estimated total funding was $350,000, and the award ceiling was also $350,000. The award floor was listed as $500.
How many awards did BLM plan to make?
BLM anticipated making a single award.
What was the activity category and CFDA listing?
The activity category was Natural Resources. The CFDA listing was 15.236 (Environmental Quality and Protection Resource Management).
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on January 8, 2015, and the closing date was March 9, 2015.
Is this opportunity still active?
No. The listing was later archived on December 31, 2019.
Where could applicants access the full announcement?
The public listing referenced Grants.gov for full announcement access.
Who was the contact for assistance?
The contact listed was Leona B. Parker (GMO). Phone: 530-252-5338. Email: lparker@blm.gov.
What geographic area did the project cover?
The work focused on Mojave Desert subregions in California, targeting springs and selected wells within identified subareas.
How were site targets determined?
The nongovernmental organization and the hydrogeologist were expected to coordinate closely with BLM to determine and refine the final list of springs and wells to be visited, based on BLM priorities, access, and management needs.
How were the results intended to be used by BLM and partners?
The reconnaissance results were intended to help prioritize where to invest effort in later biological surveys and to plan for follow-up geochemical sampling if warranted, improving the targeting and efficiency of more specialized field work.
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