Opportunity Information: Apply for L16AS00221
Apply for L16AS00221
- The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BLM OR/WA - Siuslaw and Willamette Stream and Riparian Enhancement, Eugene District" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.231.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 25, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 26, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $25,000.00 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.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), through its Eugene District in Oregon, offered a discretionary cooperative agreement opportunity titled "BLM OR/WA - Siuslaw and Willamette Stream and Riparian Enhancement, Eugene District" (Funding Opportunity Number L16AS00221). The focus of the opportunity is watershed health restoration and improvement in Western Oregon, specifically within the Siuslaw and Willamette Watersheds. BLM is seeking a partner (or partners) to help assess current conditions, develop and carry out restoration planning, conduct monitoring, and implement actions that improve stream and riparian function. The overall intent is to reverse long-term declines in watershed health and to rebuild the ecological processes that support native aquatic species.
The need for the project is rooted in cumulative impacts from historical and ongoing land use. The opportunity description highlights how agricultural development, road construction, and forestry practices have reduced watershed health by disrupting key watershed functions. It also points to older riparian management approaches, such as grazing in streamside areas and "stream cleaning," which have degraded aquatic habitat complexity and contributed to higher water temperatures. In addition, the opportunity identifies road-stream crossings as a major problem: many culverts or crossing structures have blocked aquatic organism passage (limiting fish and other species from moving through the stream network) while also increasing the delivery of fine sediments into streams. These stressors collectively reduce habitat quality, simplify stream channels, and impair the natural processes that native aquatic species depend on.
From a project outcomes standpoint, the grant emphasizes restoring or maintaining watershed functions rather than only treating isolated symptoms. In practical terms, that can include evaluating limiting factors in stream and riparian areas, prioritizing restoration sites, designing interventions that improve habitat and stream processes, and tracking results through monitoring. Although the notice does not list specific restoration techniques, the described problems imply likely work areas such as improving riparian condition (to reduce temperature impacts and improve habitat), addressing passage barriers at road crossings, and reducing fine sediment inputs. Monitoring is explicitly included, signaling that BLM is looking for measurable improvements and feedback that can guide future work.
Administratively, the opportunity was issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, under the natural resources activity category (CFDA 15.231). The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, which typically means BLM anticipates substantial involvement in the project rather than simply providing funds and stepping back. The opportunity anticipated a single award, with an award ceiling of $25,000. Eligibility was listed as unrestricted, meaning it was open to a broad range of entity types, subject to any additional eligibility notes that would have appeared in the full announcement text. The opportunity was created on June 25, 2016, and had an original closing date of August 26, 2016.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "BLM OR/WA - Siuslaw and Willamette Stream and Riparian Enhancement, Eugene District."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is L16AS00221.
Which agency is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity was issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), through its Eugene District in Oregon.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does a cooperative agreement imply about BLM's role?
A cooperative agreement typically indicates substantial involvement by BLM during the project, rather than BLM only providing funding with minimal participation.
What is the main focus of the project?
The project focuses on watershed health restoration and improvement in Western Oregon, specifically within the Siuslaw and Willamette Watersheds, with an emphasis on improving stream and riparian function.
What is the overall intent or purpose of the work?
The intent is to reverse long-term declines in watershed health and rebuild ecological processes that support native aquatic species.
Where will the work take place?
The work is focused in Western Oregon within the Siuslaw and Willamette Watersheds, under the BLM Eugene District.
What kinds of partners is BLM seeking?
BLM is seeking a partner or partners to assess current conditions, develop and carry out restoration planning, conduct monitoring, and implement actions that improve stream and riparian function.
What problems or needs is this opportunity trying to address?
The need is tied to cumulative impacts from historical and ongoing land use that have disrupted watershed functions, reduced habitat quality, simplified stream channels, and impaired natural processes needed by native aquatic species.
What land-use impacts are mentioned as contributing to watershed decline?
The notice cites agricultural development, road construction, and forestry practices as contributors that have reduced watershed health by disrupting key watershed functions.
What older riparian management practices are mentioned as harmful?
Older approaches such as grazing in streamside areas and "stream cleaning" are described as having degraded aquatic habitat complexity and contributed to higher water temperatures.
Why are road-stream crossings highlighted as a major issue?
Many culverts or crossing structures have blocked aquatic organism passage (limiting movement of fish and other species through the stream network) and have also increased delivery of fine sediments into streams.
What is meant by "aquatic organism passage" in this context?
It refers to the ability of fish and other aquatic species to move through the stream network. Barriers like undersized or poorly designed culverts can prevent that movement.
What kinds of activities does the opportunity specifically call out?
The description explicitly includes assessing current conditions, restoration planning, monitoring, and implementing actions that improve stream and riparian function.
Does the opportunity emphasize treating symptoms or restoring underlying processes?
It emphasizes restoring or maintaining watershed functions (underlying processes) rather than only treating isolated symptoms.
What practical outcomes or steps are mentioned for achieving restoration?
Examples described include evaluating limiting factors in stream and riparian areas, prioritizing restoration sites, designing interventions that improve habitat and stream processes, and tracking results through monitoring.
Are specific restoration techniques required or listed?
No specific restoration techniques are listed in the provided notice. However, the described problems imply work areas such as improving riparian condition, addressing passage barriers at road crossings, and reducing fine sediment inputs.
Is monitoring required as part of the project?
Monitoring is explicitly included, indicating BLM is looking for measurable improvements and information that can guide future work.
What is the activity category and CFDA number?
The activity category is natural resources, and the CFDA number is 15.231.
How many awards were anticipated?
The opportunity anticipated a single award.
What is the maximum funding amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling was $25,000.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was listed as unrestricted, meaning it was open to a broad range of entity types, subject to any additional eligibility notes that would have appeared in the full announcement.
When was the opportunity posted (created)?
The opportunity was created on June 25, 2016.
What was the original closing date?
The original closing date was August 26, 2016.
What watershed-level outcomes is BLM ultimately aiming for?
BLM is aiming to improve overall watershed health by restoring stream and riparian function, reducing factors that degrade habitat (such as passage barriers and fine sediment delivery), and supporting ecological processes needed by native aquatic species.
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Natural Resources
Next opportunity: Sacramento River Basin Salmonid Monitoring
Previous opportunity: Notice of Intent to Award
USGrants.org Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for L16AS00221
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (L16AS00221) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Archeological Technician Young Adult Engagement and Development for Joshua Tree NP Apply for P16AS00293 Funding Number: P16AS00293 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $186,000 |
| Ute-Ladies' Tresses Orchid Inventory Apply for L16AS00213 Funding Number: L16AS00213 Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $25,000 |
| Sage-grouse Habitat Use and Population Response to Owyhee Uplands Vegetation Treatments Apply for L16AS00210 Funding Number: L16AS00210 Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| BLM OR-WA Cultural Resources Data Management in Oregon Apply for L16AS00224 Funding Number: L16AS00224 Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $20,000 |
| BLM OR-WA Warner Basin Fish Passage, Screening, and Watershed Restoration Apply for L16AS00222 Funding Number: L16AS00222 Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $67,000 |
| BLM OR-WA Gooseneck Creek County Road Culvert Replacement-Fish Passage Restoration Apply for L16AS00216 Funding Number: L16AS00216 Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $45,000 |
| BLM CA Management and Technical Support of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) Apply for L16AS00203 Funding Number: L16AS00203 Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| Migratory Bird Joint Ventures - Gulf Coast Joint Venture Apply for F16AS00305 Funding Number: F16AS00305 Agency: Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $80,000 |
| Youth Service Maintenance Crew/Work Program Apply for P16AS00294 Funding Number: P16AS00294 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| SCA San Mateo Commuter Crew Apply for P16AS00296 Funding Number: P16AS00296 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $50,000 |
| Landbird Monitoring at Sites in National Parks Within the North Coast and Cascades Network Apply for NPS NOIP15AC00468 Funding Number: NPS NOIP15AC00468 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $104,853 |
| BLM OR-WA Native American Repatriation of Human Remains Apply for L16AS00218 Funding Number: L16AS00218 Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $6,000 |
| Notice of Intent to award CA to Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Apply for P16AS00271 Funding Number: P16AS00271 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $800,000 |
| Invasive Plant Crew Apply for NPS NOIGWMP1600978 Funding Number: NPS NOIGWMP1600978 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| BLM OR-WA Native Plants for Pollinators/Restoration, Coos Bay District Apply for L16AS00223 Funding Number: L16AS00223 Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $12,000 |
| Monitoring Cave and Forest Habitat Use by Bats at Jewel Cave National Monument Apply for NOIP P16AC00679 Funding Number: NOIP P16AC00679 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| Notice of Intent: A History of Mammoth Hot Springs Publication Apply for P16AS00287 Funding Number: P16AS00287 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $29,998 |
| Notice of Intent: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area visitor study Apply for P16AS00285 Funding Number: P16AS00285 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $60,012 |
| Engaging Visitors in Bird Ecology at Crater Lake National Park Apply for P16AS00243 Funding Number: P16AS00243 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $149,995 |
| Endangered Species Conservation, Recovery Implementation Funds Apply for F16AS00301 Funding Number: F16AS00301 Agency: Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service Category: Natural Resources Funding Amount: $117,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Subscribe to Leads
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "L16AS00221", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.