Opportunity Information: Apply for F12AS00391
Apply for F12AS00391
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Clean Vessel Act Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.616 Clean Vessel Act Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 7, 2012 and posted on Aug 24, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 5, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $16,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 50 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Grant Program is a federal funding opportunity administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that supports projects aimed at reducing water pollution from recreational boating. Established under the Clean Vessel Act of 1992 (codified at 33 U.S.C. 1322) and created as an amendment to the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act (also known as the Wallop-Breaux Act, 16 U.S.C. 777), the program helps states and U.S. territories improve boating-related sewage disposal infrastructure. In practical terms, it funds the construction and upgrade of pumpout stations and other waste reception facilities used by recreational boaters to properly dispose of sewage and related waste, which helps protect waterways, public health, and aquatic ecosystems.
The core purpose of the program is twofold: first, to pay for on-the-ground facilities that make proper waste disposal easy and accessible for boaters; and second, to support boater education efforts so that the public actually knows these services exist and understands why and how to use them. Eligible projects can include constructing new pumpout stations, renovating or expanding existing stations, and covering certain costs to operate and maintain pumpout and waste reception facilities. The program also explicitly supports outreach and information campaigns that promote the availability, benefits, and correct use of these facilities, recognizing that infrastructure alone does not solve the problem unless it is actively used.
Eligibility is limited to state governments, with the opportunity describing eligible applicants as the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. commonwealths and territories (collectively referred to as "States" in the announcement). This structure reflects the program's design: federal funds are awarded to state-level agencies, which then plan and oversee implementation within their jurisdictions, typically coordinating with local governments, marina operators, and other partners to install and maintain pumpout capacity where recreational boating activity is high.
This particular announcement (Funding Opportunity Number F12AS00391) was categorized as a discretionary grant opportunity in the environmental funding area. The program anticipated making approximately 50 awards, consistent with offering one award per eligible state or equivalent jurisdiction. The total estimated funding available under the announcement was $16,000,000, with an award ceiling of $1,500,000 and no stated award floor (listed as $0, meaning award size could vary widely depending on state proposals, needs, and allocations). The listing also indicates a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients are generally expected to contribute non-federal funds or eligible in-kind support as part of the overall project financing, rather than relying entirely on federal dollars.
Key administrative details include the CFDA number 15.616 (Clean Vessel Act Program), a posted date of August 24, 2012, and an application closing date of December 5, 2012 (with the same date shown as the original and current deadline). The opportunity was later archived on February 5, 2013. For applicants needing assistance accessing the full announcement, the notice provided a program contact: Christy Vigfusson, National Program Leader for the Clean Vessel Act, at the Fish and Wildlife Service, with phone number 703-358-1748 and email ChristyVigfusson@fws.gov.
Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Grant Program FAQs
What is the Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Grant Program?
The Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Grant Program is a federal funding opportunity administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It supports projects that reduce water pollution from recreational boating by improving sewage disposal options for boaters.
What problem is this grant program designed to address?
The program is designed to reduce water pollution caused by improper disposal of sewage and related waste from recreational boats. By funding pumpout stations and other waste reception facilities (and promoting their use), the program helps protect waterways, public health, and aquatic ecosystems.
What types of projects can CVA grant funds be used for?
Eligible projects include constructing new pumpout stations, renovating or expanding existing pumpout stations, and supporting certain costs to operate and maintain pumpout and waste reception facilities used by recreational boaters.
Does the program fund outreach or education, or only infrastructure?
Yes. In addition to funding facilities, the program explicitly supports outreach and information campaigns that promote the availability, benefits, and correct use of pumpout and waste reception facilities. The program recognizes that infrastructure only helps if boaters know about it and use it.
Who is eligible to apply for this opportunity?
Eligibility is limited to state governments. Eligible applicants are the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. commonwealths and territories (collectively referred to as "States" in the announcement).
Can marinas, local governments, or nonprofits apply directly for these funds?
Based on the announcement, applicants must be eligible "States" (state governments, DC, and U.S. territories/commonwealths). The program is structured so that federal funds go to state-level agencies, which typically coordinate implementation with local governments, marina operators, and other partners.
What agency administers the CVA Grant Program?
The program is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
What is the legal authority for the Clean Vessel Act program?
The program was established under the Clean Vessel Act of 1992 (codified at 33 U.S.C. 1322) and created as an amendment to the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act (also known as the Wallop-Breaux Act, 16 U.S.C. 777).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed in the announcement is F12AS00391.
How is this funding opportunity categorized?
The announcement described it as a discretionary grant opportunity in the environmental funding area.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The CFDA number listed is 15.616 (Clean Vessel Act Program).
How much total funding was estimated to be available under this announcement?
The total estimated funding available was $16,000,000.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The program anticipated making approximately 50 awards, consistent with offering one award per eligible state or equivalent jurisdiction.
What was the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The award ceiling was listed as $1,500,000.
Was there a minimum (floor) award amount?
No minimum award amount was stated. The award floor was listed as $0, meaning award size could vary depending on state proposals, needs, and allocations.
Is there a cost share or match requirement?
Yes. The listing indicates there is a cost-sharing or matching requirement. Recipients are generally expected to contribute non-federal funds or eligible in-kind support as part of the overall project financing, rather than relying entirely on federal funds.
What kinds of outcomes does the program aim to achieve?
The program aims to make proper sewage and waste disposal easy and accessible for recreational boaters by funding facilities, and to increase actual use of these services through education and outreach. Together, these outcomes are intended to reduce pollution and protect water quality and aquatic resources.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The posted date was August 24, 2012.
What was the application deadline?
The application closing date was December 5, 2012 (the same date shown as both the original and current deadline).
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on February 5, 2013.
Who was the program contact listed for this announcement?
The notice listed Christy Vigfusson, National Program Leader for the Clean Vessel Act, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
How can someone contact the program contact listed in the announcement?
Phone: 703-358-1748. Email: ChristyVigfusson@fws.gov.
What kinds of facilities does the program support for recreational boaters?
The program supports pumpout stations and other waste reception facilities that allow recreational boaters to properly dispose of sewage and related waste.
How are projects typically implemented if only states can apply?
The announcement explains that federal funds are awarded to state-level agencies, which then plan and oversee implementation within their jurisdictions, typically coordinating with local governments, marina operators, and other partners to install and maintain pumpout capacity where recreational boating activity is high.
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