Opportunity Information: Apply for L15AS00021
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- The Bureau of Land Management in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BLM New Mexico State Wide Cave Assistance Agreement" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.225 Recreation Resource Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 15, 2015 and posted on Feb 26, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 15, 2015 Amendment to open for 5 more days due to possible interest. Close date will be May 15. 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 $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 Bureau of Land Management (BLM) funding opportunity titled "BLM New Mexico State Wide Cave Assistance Agreement" (Funding Opportunity Number L15AS00021) is a discretionary cooperative agreement designed to support cave and karst work on public lands across New Mexico. The core purpose is to provide federal financial assistance to a non-federal partner to carry out public-benefit activities that advance the Federal Cave Resources Protection Act of 1988 and the regulations that implement that law. In practical terms, the BLM is looking to fund a partner that can help strengthen the understanding, stewardship, and long-term protection of cave and karst resources under BLM management.
The work emphasized by the announcement centers on scientific research and applied projects in caves and karst landscapes on public lands in New Mexico. Funded activities are meant to improve knowledge of cave systems, karst processes, and the associated biological, geological, hydrological, and cultural resources that depend on or occur within these environments. The opportunity is not limited to pure research; it also supports developing and carrying out projects that translate research and inventory results into usable management information and on-the-ground actions aligned with BLM goals for cave and karst protection.
A major component of the agreement is coordination and public-facing engagement. The BLM intends to use the funding to foster consultation and cooperation among stakeholders, interested parties, and the general public, which may include collaborative planning, shared project development, and structured input that helps prioritize and implement cave and karst initiatives statewide. The announcement also highlights environmental education and interpretation as key deliverables, including organizing, finalizing, and implementing projects that communicate cave and karst resource values to the public. The expectation is that information produced through the agreement will be made available through multiple types of media, which could include educational materials, interpretive products, digital content, presentations, or other outreach formats appropriate for broad public access.
Financially, the opportunity lists an estimated total funding amount of $250,000, with an award ceiling of $250,000 and an award floor of $8,000, indicating flexibility in project scale while still supporting potentially substantial statewide work. The BLM anticipated making one award. No cost sharing or matching is required, which lowers barriers for applicants and suggests the BLM is prepared to fund the full approved scope of work. The program is associated with CFDA number 15.225 (Recreation Resource Management) and falls under the Natural Resources activity category.
Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning it is open to any type of non-federal entity as long as it meets any additional eligibility clarifications contained in the full announcement. Because the funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, applicants should generally expect meaningful involvement by the BLM in planning, coordination, and oversight during the project period, rather than a hands-off grant structure. This typically fits projects where federal staff and the recipient collaborate on technical priorities, deliverables, and implementation steps.
Timing details show the opportunity was posted February 26, 2015, originally closed April 27, 2015, and then amended to extend the closing date by five days due to anticipated interest, with a final closing date of May 15, 2015. The archive date is June 16, 2015. For applicants needing access to the full application package and instructions, the notice points to the "APPLICATION" tab in the online listing. The listed contact for assistance is Charise P. Saiz, Grants Management Specialist, reachable at 505-761-8725 or csaiz@blm.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "BLM New Mexico State Wide Cave Assistance Agreement".
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is L15AS00021.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
What type of award is this?
This is a discretionary cooperative agreement. That generally means the BLM expects to have meaningful involvement in planning, coordination, and oversight during the project period.
What is the main purpose of the cooperative agreement?
The purpose is to provide federal financial assistance to a non-federal partner to carry out public-benefit activities that advance the Federal Cave Resources Protection Act of 1988 and its implementing regulations, by strengthening understanding, stewardship, and long-term protection of cave and karst resources managed by the BLM.
What geographic area does the work cover?
The work is focused on public lands across New Mexico, with an emphasis on statewide cave and karst needs under BLM management.
What kinds of projects and activities does the announcement emphasize?
The announcement emphasizes scientific research and applied projects in caves and karst landscapes on public lands in New Mexico. Activities are intended to improve knowledge of cave systems, karst processes, and related biological, geological, hydrological, and cultural resources.
Is the funding limited to basic research only?
No. The opportunity also supports developing and carrying out projects that translate research and inventory results into usable management information and on-the-ground actions aligned with BLM goals for cave and karst protection.
What role do coordination and public engagement play in this agreement?
Coordination and public-facing engagement are a major component. The BLM intends to foster consultation and cooperation among stakeholders, interested parties, and the public, which may include collaborative planning, shared project development, and structured input to help prioritize and implement statewide cave and karst initiatives.
Are environmental education and interpretation included?
Yes. The announcement highlights environmental education and interpretation as key deliverables, including organizing, finalizing, and implementing projects that communicate the value of cave and karst resources to the public.
How is the information produced under the agreement expected to be shared?
Information produced through the agreement is expected to be made available through multiple types of media, which could include educational materials, interpretive products, digital content, presentations, or other outreach formats appropriate for broad public access.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The estimated total funding amount is $250,000.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is $250,000.
What is the award floor?
The award floor is $8,000.
How many awards did the BLM anticipate making?
The BLM anticipated making one award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states that no cost sharing or matching is required.
What is the CFDA number and program association listed?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 15.225, identified as Recreation Resource Management.
What activity category is this opportunity listed under?
The activity category is Natural Resources.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning it is open to any type of non-federal entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications in the full announcement.
Why does the announcement describe the award as a cooperative agreement?
Because the instrument is a cooperative agreement, applicants should expect meaningful involvement by the BLM in planning, coordination, and oversight, rather than a hands-off grant structure.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on February 26, 2015.
What were the closing dates for applications?
The opportunity originally closed on April 27, 2015, and was later amended to extend the closing date by five days, with a final closing date of May 15, 2015.
What is the archive date?
The archive date listed is June 16, 2015.
Where do applicants find the full application package and instructions?
The notice points applicants to the "APPLICATION" tab in the online listing to access the full application package and instructions.
Who can be contacted for help or questions about this opportunity?
The listed contact is Charise P. Saiz, Grants Management Specialist. Phone: 505-761-8725. Email: csaiz@blm.gov.
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