Opportunity Information: Apply for EPA R3 CBP 10 02
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- The Environmental Protection Agency in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Chesapeake Bay Program Office Fiscal Year 2010 Request for Proposals (RFP) for Communications, Outreach and Education" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 66.466 Chesapeake Bay Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Oct 26, 2009 and posted on Oct 26, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 8, 2009 Please refer to the full announcement, including Section IV, for additional information on submission methods and due dates.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $4,800,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $800,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: County governments Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) City or township governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments.
- See Section III of the announcement for additional eligibility information.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), through its Chesapeake Bay Program Office, released a Fiscal Year 2010 Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking organizations to support key communications and public-engagement functions tied to Chesapeake Bay restoration. The opportunity is structured as a competitive process to select recipients that can deliver communications, outreach, and media services for Chesapeake Bay Program partners while helping achieve specified environmental results across the Chesapeake Bay watershed. In practical terms, the RFP is aimed at strengthening how the Bay Program communicates priorities, progress, and restoration needs to the public and stakeholders, and it also supports two specific engagement pillars: the Bay Journal and the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC).
This grant is a discretionary funding opportunity using a Cooperative Agreement, which typically means EPA expects substantial involvement during the project period (for example, coordination on deliverables, messaging, schedules, and performance reporting). The funding falls under the environmental assistance listing CFDA 66.466 (Chesapeake Bay Program). EPA anticipated making up to three awards under this RFP, reflecting the three main areas of support described: (1) broad Chesapeake Bay Program communications, outreach, and media support, (2) support for the Bay Journal, and (3) support for the Citizens Advisory Committee. The RFP emphasizes that selected recipients must be capable of providing these support functions in a way that contributes to measurable, on-the-ground environmental outcomes in the watershed, not just general awareness-raising.
The total estimated funding available for the opportunity is $4,800,000. Individual awards were expected to fall within a relatively tight range, with an award floor of $700,000 and an award ceiling of $800,000. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants should be prepared to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the program rules and the full announcement details. Because the award range is large and the instrument is cooperative, applicants would generally need to demonstrate strong administrative capacity, sound financial management, and the ability to coordinate with multiple Bay Program partners and audiences.
Eligibility is fairly broad and includes state governments, county governments, and city or township governments, as well as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education. Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) are also eligible. The announcement indicates that additional eligibility details are provided in Section III of the full RFP, so prospective applicants would need to consult that section for any specific restrictions, partnership requirements, or clarifications about what qualifies under the "others" category.
Key dates for the competition are straightforward. The RFP was posted on October 26, 2009, with the application closing date set for December 8, 2009 (the same date listed as both the original and current closing date). The opportunity was archived on January 7, 2010. The announcement notes that applicants should consult the full RFP, especially Section IV, for the authoritative submission instructions, accepted submission methods, and any nuances about deadlines or required components.
For applicants who could not access the full announcement electronically, the EPA provided a direct contact: Holly Waldman. The listed fax number for assistance is 410-267-5777.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this EPA funding opportunity about?
This is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Chesapeake Bay Program Office Fiscal Year 2010 Request for Proposals (RFP) focused on communications and public-engagement work that supports Chesapeake Bay restoration. The intent is to strengthen how Chesapeake Bay Program partners communicate priorities, progress, and restoration needs to the public and stakeholders, while contributing to measurable environmental results across the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Which EPA program is offering this RFP?
The opportunity is offered by the EPA through its Chesapeake Bay Program Office.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The RFP is a discretionary funding opportunity using a Cooperative Agreement. This generally indicates EPA expects substantial involvement during the project period, such as coordination on deliverables, messaging, schedules, and performance reporting.
What is the assistance listing / CFDA number for this opportunity?
The funding is identified under CFDA 66.466 (Chesapeake Bay Program).
How many awards did EPA anticipate making?
EPA anticipated making up to three awards under this RFP.
Why does the RFP mention up to three awards?
The RFP describes three main areas of support and anticipated awards reflect those areas: (1) broad Chesapeake Bay Program communications, outreach, and media support, (2) support for the Bay Journal, and (3) support for the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC).
What kinds of activities or services are being supported?
The RFP seeks organizations that can deliver communications, outreach, and media services for Chesapeake Bay Program partners. It also specifically supports two engagement pillars mentioned in the announcement: the Bay Journal and the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC).
Is the focus only on general public awareness?
No. The RFP emphasizes that selected recipients must provide communications and engagement support in a way that contributes to measurable, on-the-ground environmental outcomes in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, not just general awareness-raising.
What is the total estimated amount of funding available?
The total estimated funding available for the opportunity is $4,800,000.
What is the expected award size?
Individual awards were expected to fall within a relatively narrow range, with an award floor of $700,000 and an award ceiling of $800,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The opportunity includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants should be prepared to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the program rules and the full announcement details.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility includes state governments, county governments, and city or township governments; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education).
Are there additional eligibility details or restrictions?
Yes. The announcement indicates that additional eligibility details are provided in Section III of the full RFP. Applicants should consult that section for specific restrictions, partnership requirements, or clarifications (including what qualifies under any "others" category referenced in the full notice).
What capacity or experience should applicants be ready to demonstrate?
Because the instrument is a Cooperative Agreement and the award range is substantial, applicants would generally need to demonstrate strong administrative capacity, sound financial management, and the ability to coordinate with multiple Chesapeake Bay Program partners and audiences.
When was the RFP posted?
The RFP was posted on October 26, 2009.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was December 8, 2009 (listed as both the original and current closing date).
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on January 7, 2010.
Where can applicants find the official submission instructions?
The announcement directs applicants to consult the full RFP, especially Section IV, for authoritative submission instructions, accepted submission methods, deadline details, and required application components.
What should someone do if they cannot access the full announcement electronically?
The EPA provided a contact for assistance: Holly Waldman. The fax number listed for help is 410-267-5777.
What are the three main support areas described in the RFP?
The three areas described are: (1) broad communications, outreach, and media support for Chesapeake Bay Program partners, (2) support for the Bay Journal, and (3) support for the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC).
Does EPA expect coordination during the project period?
Yes. As a Cooperative Agreement, the announcement notes EPA expects substantial involvement, such as coordinating on deliverables, messaging, schedules, and performance reporting.
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