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- The Bureau of Land Management in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BLM OR WA CESU Oregon Bio diversity Information Coordination, Oregon State Office, Portland, Oregon" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.231 Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 17, 2011 and posted on Aug 17, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 31, 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 $20,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $20,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "BLM OR WA CESU Oregon Bio diversity Information Coordination, Oregon State Office, Portland, Oregon" (Funding Opportunity Number L11AS00235) is a discretionary funding announcement from the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM). It was posted on August 17, 2011, and uses a Cooperative Agreement as the funding instrument, signaling that BLM expects substantial involvement and coordination with the recipient during the project rather than simply issuing a hands-off grant. The activity falls under the Natural Resources category and is tied to CFDA 15.231, Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management.
At its core, the project is about keeping Oregon's biodiversity information accurate, current, and widely usable by the organizations that depend on it. The recipient is expected to maintain, develop, and distribute biodiversity information for the state, with an emphasis on building the most comprehensive possible picture of Oregon's biological resources. This includes information spanning multiple biological groups and habitat components, specifically plants, wildlife, fish, fungi, and vegetation. The work is not meant to happen in isolation; a central expectation is active collaboration with a broad network of partners, including state and federal agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private partners. The practical outcome of that cooperative approach is improved data consistency, stronger coverage across taxa and regions, and better information sharing so that conservation and land management decisions are based on the best available science.
A key deliverable embedded in the description is stewardship of Oregon's rare and endangered species database. That responsibility typically implies ongoing database management tasks such as incorporating new occurrence records, correcting and standardizing existing records, tracking sensitive species information appropriately, updating taxonomy and nomenclature as science evolves, and ensuring that agency and partner users can access authoritative, up-to-date outputs for planning, consultation, and conservation prioritization. Because this is framed as "information coordination," the effort also points to the behind-the-scenes work that makes biodiversity data usable at scale, such as integrating source datasets from different contributors, improving data quality controls, and distributing updated products or datasets to partners in a consistent format.
Funding for the opportunity is modest and targeted, with an estimated total funding amount of $20,000 and an award ceiling of $20,000 (the award floor is listed as $1). BLM anticipated making one award. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which reduces barriers for eligible applicants and indicates the federal funds are intended to fully support the proposed scope up to the ceiling amount. The eligible applicant pool is limited to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, consistent with the CESU framework referenced in the title, which often channels cooperative research and technical assistance through university partners with relevant expertise and infrastructure.
The application timeline for this specific posting ran from August 17, 2011 (posted/created) to an original and current closing date of August 31, 2011, and it was archived on August 17, 2012. Applicants were directed to use the application materials available through the announcement's application package. For access issues or questions, the listed point of contact was Teresa Spickerman, Grants Management Officer at BLM, reachable at 503-808-6243 or teresaespickerman@blm.gov, with an additional reference to the Oregon Biodiversity Information Center.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "BLM OR WA CESU Oregon Bio diversity Information Coordination, Oregon State Office, Portland, Oregon."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is L11AS00235.
Which federal agency is offering this funding?
This is a discretionary funding announcement from the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The funding instrument is a Cooperative Agreement. This indicates BLM expects substantial involvement and coordination with the recipient during the project, rather than issuing a hands-off grant.
What category does this opportunity fall under?
The activity falls under the Natural Resources category.
What CFDA program is this associated with?
This opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.231, "Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management."
What is the main purpose of the project?
The project focuses on keeping Oregon's biodiversity information accurate, current, and widely usable by the organizations that rely on it. The recipient is expected to maintain, develop, and distribute biodiversity information for Oregon, aiming to build the most comprehensive possible picture of the state's biological resources.
What kinds of biodiversity information are included in scope?
The scope spans multiple biological groups and habitat components, specifically plants, wildlife, fish, fungi, and vegetation.
Is collaboration with other organizations required or expected?
Yes. A central expectation is active collaboration with a broad network of partners, including state and federal agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private partners. The cooperative approach is intended to improve data consistency, strengthen coverage across taxa and regions, and support better information sharing.
What database stewardship responsibilities are mentioned?
A key deliverable is stewardship of Oregon's rare and endangered species database. This typically implies ongoing database management such as incorporating new occurrence records, correcting and standardizing existing records, tracking sensitive species information appropriately, updating taxonomy and nomenclature as science evolves, and ensuring users have access to authoritative, up-to-date outputs.
What does "information coordination" imply for day-to-day work?
Based on the description, it includes behind-the-scenes work that makes biodiversity data usable at scale, such as integrating source datasets from different contributors, improving data quality controls, and distributing updated products or datasets to partners in a consistent format.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding amount is $20,000, and the award ceiling is $20,000.
Is there an award floor?
Yes. The award floor is listed as $1.
How many awards did BLM anticipate making?
BLM anticipated making one award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement listed.
Who is eligible to apply?
The eligible applicant pool is limited to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, consistent with the CESU framework referenced in the title.
When was this opportunity posted?
It was posted (created) on August 17, 2011.
What was the application deadline?
The original and current closing date was August 31, 2011.
When was the opportunity archived?
It was archived on August 17, 2012.
How were applicants expected to apply?
Applicants were directed to use the application materials available through the announcement's application package.
Who was the point of contact for questions or access issues?
The listed point of contact was Teresa Spickerman, Grants Management Officer at BLM. She could be reached at 503-808-6243 or teresaespickerman@blm.gov.
Is any other organization referenced in connection with the work?
Yes. The description includes an additional reference to the Oregon Biodiversity Information Center.
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