Opportunity Information: Apply for NWRS R2 22521 02
Apply for NWRS R2 22521 02
- The Region 2 in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Challenge Cost Share for planning and restoration activities on Broad Canyon Ranch, New Mexico" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.642 Challenge Cost Share.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 11, 2009 and posted on Sep 11, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 18, 2009. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $40,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $40,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Challenge Cost Share opportunity titled "Challenge Cost Share for planning and restoration activities on Broad Canyon Ranch, New Mexico" was a US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Region 2, FY 2009 cooperative agreement announcement tied to the San Andres National Wildlife Refuge (SANWR) in New Mexico. The focus was Broad Canyon Ranch, a property newly acquired by the New Mexico State Parks Division, and the purpose was to support the planning and on-the-ground groundwork needed to move that new acquisition toward ecosystem restoration. Although the listing shows an estimated total funding amount of $40,000 with a $40,000 ceiling and floor, the announcement makes clear that the support was intended as in-kind match contributions rather than cash being distributed to an awardee, meaning participants would provide services, labor, equipment, or other non-cash resources toward the project goals.
The project scope emphasized developing and implementing a restoration framework for the property based on solid site knowledge, stakeholder input, and regulatory compliance. Expected work included researching and compiling all available information relevant to existing site conditions, ecological needs, and feasible restoration approaches, then using that information to guide restoration planning. A major component involved participating in stakeholder and public meetings, reflecting the requirement to coordinate with both public and private interests and to incorporate their input into proposed actions. Deliverables were expected to include mapping products and draft management materials, followed by more formal draft and final ecosystem restoration plans that incorporate feedback from partners and the public.
On the ground, the opportunity highlighted invasive species work and native habitat recovery as central themes. It called for delineating and mapping invasive exotic weeds and controlling them, with tamarisk identified as the primary target species. Tamarisk control is often linked to riparian and watershed restoration goals in the Southwest because it can alter hydrology, compete with native vegetation, and change habitat structure. In parallel with weed control, the project anticipated efforts to re-establish native vegetation, which typically involves planning for appropriate species selection, planting or seeding strategies, and follow-up maintenance and monitoring to improve establishment success.
The announcement also made it clear that environmental compliance and resource coordination were part of the restoration process, not an afterthought. It specifically referenced preparing environmental planning documentation under NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) and ESA (Endangered Species Act), indicating that the restoration actions would need to be analyzed for environmental effects and potential impacts on listed species and critical habitats. In addition, it required coordination with the State Historic Preservation Office, signaling the need to consider cultural and historic resource compliance during planning and implementation, especially where ground-disturbing activities could occur.
Monitoring and measurement were another explicit element of the work. The project anticipated measuring and monitoring water and groundwater flows and levels, which is often essential for designing riparian restoration, evaluating the effectiveness of tamarisk control and revegetation, and tracking ecosystem response over time. This suggests an approach that pairs restoration actions with data collection so that decisions can be adjusted based on observed conditions and outcomes.
Administratively, this was a discretionary opportunity with a cooperative agreement instrument under CFDA 15.642 (Challenge Cost Share). It anticipated a single award, and eligibility was limited to state governments, aligning with the involvement of the New Mexico State Parks Division. The opportunity was posted on September 11, 2009, with a closing date of September 18, 2009, and it was archived on October 18, 2009. The listed contact for assistance was Renee Robichaud, Assistant Refuge Supervisor (phone 505-248-6480, email reneerobichaud@fws.gov), for applicants or partners who had trouble accessing the full announcement or needed clarification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Challenge Cost Share for planning and restoration activities on Broad Canyon Ranch, New Mexico."
Which agency offered this opportunity?
It was announced by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Region 2.
What program or CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 15.642 (Challenge Cost Share).
What type of award instrument was used?
The announcement describes a cooperative agreement as the award instrument.
Is this opportunity competitive or discretionary?
It is described as a discretionary opportunity.
Where would the work take place?
The work focused on Broad Canyon Ranch in New Mexico and was tied to the San Andres National Wildlife Refuge (SANWR).
What property was the focus of the project?
The focus was Broad Canyon Ranch, a property newly acquired by the New Mexico State Parks Division.
What was the overall purpose of the opportunity?
The purpose was to support the planning and on-the-ground groundwork needed to move the new acquisition toward ecosystem restoration.
What was the estimated total funding amount?
The listing shows an estimated total funding amount of $40,000, with a $40,000 ceiling and a $40,000 floor.
Was the support provided as cash funding to an awardee?
No. The announcement indicates the support was intended as in-kind match contributions rather than cash being distributed to an awardee.
What does "in-kind match contributions" mean for this project?
Participants were expected to provide non-cash resources such as services, labor, equipment, or other contributions that support the project goals.
How many awards were anticipated?
The opportunity anticipated a single award.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to state governments, consistent with the involvement of the New Mexico State Parks Division.
What were the main planning expectations described in the scope?
The scope emphasized developing and implementing a restoration framework based on site knowledge, stakeholder input, and regulatory compliance. This included researching and compiling available information about existing site conditions, ecological needs, and feasible restoration approaches, and using that information to guide restoration planning.
What role did stakeholders and the public play in the project?
A major component involved participating in stakeholder and public meetings, with coordination across public and private interests and incorporation of their input into proposed actions.
What kinds of deliverables were expected from the planning work?
Expected deliverables included mapping products and draft management materials, followed by draft and final ecosystem restoration plans that incorporate feedback from partners and the public.
What on-the-ground restoration activities were highlighted?
The opportunity highlighted invasive species work and native habitat recovery, including delineating and mapping invasive exotic weeds, controlling them, and re-establishing native vegetation.
Which invasive species was specifically identified as a primary target?
Tamarisk was identified as the primary target species for invasive exotic weed control.
What kinds of native vegetation work were anticipated?
The announcement anticipated efforts to re-establish native vegetation, which typically involves planning for species selection, planting or seeding strategies, and follow-up maintenance and monitoring to improve establishment success.
What environmental compliance requirements were explicitly referenced?
The announcement specifically referenced preparing environmental planning documentation under NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) and ESA (Endangered Species Act).
Was cultural or historic resource coordination part of the requirements?
Yes. The opportunity required coordination with the State Historic Preservation Office, indicating cultural and historic resource compliance needed to be considered, particularly for ground-disturbing activities.
What monitoring or measurement activities were included?
Monitoring was an explicit element of the work, including measuring and monitoring water and groundwater flows and levels to inform restoration design and evaluate outcomes.
Why were water and groundwater measurements important to the project as described?
The description links water and groundwater monitoring to designing riparian restoration, evaluating the effectiveness of tamarisk control and revegetation, and tracking ecosystem response over time.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
It was posted on September 11, 2009, and had a closing date of September 18, 2009.
When was the opportunity archived?
The listing indicates it was archived on October 18, 2009.
Who was the listed point of contact for questions or access issues?
The listed contact was Renee Robichaud, Assistant Refuge Supervisor.
How could applicants or partners contact the point of contact?
Phone: 505-248-6480. Email: reneerobichaud@fws.gov.
What kinds of issues could the point of contact help with?
The contact was listed for applicants or partners who had trouble accessing the full announcement or needed clarification.
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