Opportunity Information: Apply for P14AS00358
Apply for P14AS00358
- The National Park Service in the education other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Concrete Preservation Stewardship Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.954 National Park Service Conservation, Protection, Outreach, and Education.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 9, 2014 and posted on Sep 9, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 23, 2014 NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD. This is not a request for applications. This funding announcement is to provide public notice that the National Park Service will fund the following project under an existing Cooperative Agreement with CPI. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $300,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $300,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
The Concrete Preservation Stewardship Program (Funding Opportunity Number P14AS00358) is a National Park Service (NPS) cooperative agreement that supports hands-on preservation work on historic concrete resources at Alcatraz Island and across the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). The project is carried out in partnership with the Concrete Preservation Institute (CPI) and other professional partners, and it combines cultural resource stewardship with workforce development and education. The core idea is to assess, research, stabilize, and repair small to medium-scale concrete features while training a pipeline of future preservation and NPS professionals.
The program was structured as a three-year effort beginning in summer 2014, with work conducted in three sessions per year, each running roughly 10 to 12 weeks. Teams are made up of university students, military veterans, and high school graduates, emphasizing both learning and real production work in a high-profile historic setting. Participants work under an experienced CPI team leader, who reports to a CPI Job Site Supervisor present onsite at all times. All activities are coordinated and guided by GGNRA staff, and the work plan is developed collaboratively to ensure that treatments are appropriate for protected historic resources and aligned with park priorities.
A major educational component is the direct integration of historic preservation principles into concrete repair practice. Participants are exposed to NPS cultural resource management approaches, including the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, and learn how those standards translate into field decisions about materials, methods, documentation, and maintaining historic character. Beyond technical skills, the program is meant to introduce participants to NPS career pathways and encourage youth to consider long-term work in preservation, conservation, and related public service fields. The program also includes "Mentoring Days," where CPI students mentor high school volunteer groups working on other GGNRA projects, reinforcing the pipeline concept by encouraging younger students to pursue college and similar technical or preservation-focused disciplines.
Funding for this notice totaled an estimated $300,000, with an award ceiling of $300,000 and an award floor of $80,000. The opportunity is categorized under Education with an emphasis on cultural resources and historical concrete preservation, and it is listed under CFDA 15.954 (National Park Service Conservation, Protection, Outreach, and Education). Cost sharing or matching was required. The posting date was September 9, 2014, with an original and current closing date of September 23, 2014, and an archive date of September 30, 2014.
Importantly, this announcement was a "Notice of Intent to Award" and explicitly not a request for applications. It served as public notice that NPS intended to fund the project under an existing cooperative agreement with CPI, rather than run an open competition. While the eligibility field lists nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education), the practical effect of the notice was informational, reflecting that the award was already tied to CPI through the existing agreement.
The initial funded scope (Phase 1) focused on targeted repairs on Alcatraz: the west wall of the Powerhouse, the concrete railings behind Building 64, and the concrete posts and handrails along the stairs leading to the Recreation Yard. Additional phases were planned to be added later through modifications to the task agreement, depending on demonstrated need, successful completion of earlier phases, and the availability of funds. For administrative questions, the contact listed was Kristina Bliss, Agreements Specialist, at kristinabliss@nps.gov and 805-370-2321.
Concrete Preservation Stewardship Program (P14AS00358) - FAQs
What is the Concrete Preservation Stewardship Program?
The Concrete Preservation Stewardship Program is a National Park Service (NPS) cooperative agreement effort focused on hands-on preservation of historic concrete resources at Alcatraz Island and across the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). It supports assessing, researching, stabilizing, and repairing small to medium-scale concrete features while also training participants for future work in preservation and related NPS career pathways.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this notice?
The Funding Opportunity Number is P14AS00358.
Which NPS unit is associated with this work?
The work is associated with Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) and includes preservation work on Alcatraz Island.
Who are the partners involved in delivering the project?
The project is carried out in partnership with the Concrete Preservation Institute (CPI) and other professional partners, with activities coordinated and guided by GGNRA staff.
What types of activities does the program support?
The program supports hands-on preservation work on historic concrete resources, including assessment, research, stabilization, and repair of small to medium-scale concrete features in a protected historic setting.
What is the purpose of the program beyond completing repairs?
In addition to completing preservation treatments, the program is designed to provide workforce development and education by building a pipeline of future preservation and NPS professionals. Participants learn technical repair skills and are introduced to NPS cultural resource management approaches and career pathways.
How long was the program structured to run?
The program was structured as a three-year effort beginning in summer 2014.
How was the work scheduled during the year?
Work was conducted in three sessions per year, with each session running roughly 10 to 12 weeks.
Who typically makes up the work teams?
Teams are made up of university students, military veterans, and high school graduates, emphasizing both learning and real production work.
Who supervises participants onsite?
Participants work under an experienced CPI team leader, who reports to a CPI Job Site Supervisor present onsite at all times. All activities are coordinated and guided by GGNRA staff.
How is the work plan developed and approved?
The work plan is developed collaboratively to ensure treatments are appropriate for protected historic resources and aligned with park priorities, with coordination and guidance from GGNRA staff.
What preservation standards or principles are participants exposed to?
Participants are exposed to NPS cultural resource management approaches, including the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, and learn how these standards inform field decisions about materials, methods, documentation, and maintaining historic character.
Does the program include mentoring or outreach components?
Yes. The program includes "Mentoring Days," where CPI students mentor high school volunteer groups working on other GGNRA projects. This is intended to reinforce a pipeline by encouraging younger students to pursue college and technical or preservation-focused disciplines.
What is the funding amount for this notice?
The notice listed estimated total funding of $300,000, with an award ceiling of $300,000 and an award floor of $80,000.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. Cost sharing or matching was required under this opportunity.
What is the program category and focus area?
The opportunity is categorized under Education with an emphasis on cultural resources and historical concrete preservation.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 15.954 (National Park Service Conservation, Protection, Outreach, and Education).
What were the key dates for the notice?
The posting date was September 9, 2014. The original and current closing date was September 23, 2014. The archive date was September 30, 2014.
Was this an open call for applications?
No. This announcement was a "Notice of Intent to Award" and explicitly not a request for applications. It served as public notice that NPS intended to fund the project under an existing cooperative agreement with CPI rather than run an open competition.
Why does the notice list eligibility if it was not an open competition?
Although the eligibility field lists nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education), the practical effect of the notice was informational because the award was already tied to CPI through an existing cooperative agreement.
What specific sites or features were included in the initial funded scope (Phase 1)?
The initial funded scope (Phase 1) focused on targeted repairs on Alcatraz Island, including the west wall of the Powerhouse, the concrete railings behind Building 64, and the concrete posts and handrails along the stairs leading to the Recreation Yard.
Were additional phases planned beyond Phase 1?
Yes. Additional phases were planned to be added later through modifications to the task agreement, depending on demonstrated need, successful completion of earlier phases, and the availability of funds.
Who should be contacted for administrative questions about this notice?
The administrative contact listed was Kristina Bliss, Agreements Specialist. Email: kristinabliss@nps.gov. Phone: 805-370-2321.
Browse more opportunities from the same agency: National Park Service
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification)
Next opportunity: Submerged Marine Habitat Mapping Ocean side of Gateway National Recreation Area, Sandy Hook Unit (Post Hurricane Sandy study)
Previous opportunity: Secondary Analyses of Existing Alcohol Epidemiology Data (R01)
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 P14AS00358
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (P14AS00358) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| OVW FY 2015 Training and Services to End Violence Against Women with Disabilities Grants Program Apply for OVW 2015 4026 Funding Number: OVW 2015 4026 Agency: Office on Violence Against Women Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $450,000 |
| OVW FY 2015 Grants to Reduce Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking on Campus Program Apply for OVW 2015 4032 Funding Number: OVW 2015 4032 Agency: Office on Violence Against Women Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $750,000 |
| Cleantech University Prize (Cleantech UP) Apply for DE FOA 0001271 Funding Number: DE FOA 0001271 Agency: Golden Field Office Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Missile Defense Agency STEM Outreach BEST Robotics Grant Apply for MDA 2015 DACV STEM 0001 Funding Number: MDA 2015 DACV STEM 0001 Agency: Department of Defense Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 Homeland Security National Training Program (HSNTP) National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (NDPC) Apply for DHS 15 NPD 005 000 02 Funding Number: DHS 15 NPD 005 000 02 Agency: Department of Homeland Security FEMA Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $22,000,000 |
| Translation of NPS Interpretive Material from English to Spanish Apply for P15AS00174 Funding Number: P15AS00174 Agency: National Park Service Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 Homeland Security National Training Program (HSNTP) Continuing Training Grants (CTG) Apply for DHS 15 NPD 005 000 01 Funding Number: DHS 15 NPD 005 000 01 Agency: Department of Homeland Security FEMA Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Citizenship Grant Program Apply for DHS 09 CIS 010 001 Funding Number: DHS 09 CIS 010 001 Agency: Office of Procurement Operations Grants Division Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| 2009 Help America Vote Act Mock Election Apply for EAC 09 002 Funding Number: EAC 09 002 Agency: Election Assistance Commission Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $75,000 |
| Information Technology Training and Materials Development Apply for S LMAQM 10 RFA WHA PDA 011 Funding Number: S LMAQM 10 RFA WHA PDA 011 Agency: Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| OVW Fiscal Year 2011 Education, Training and Enhanced Services to End Violence Against and Abuse of Women with Disabilities Grant Program Apply for OVW 2011 2910 Funding Number: OVW 2011 2910 Agency: Office on Violence Against Women Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $700,000 |
| Program for Research and Training on Eastern Europe and the Independent States of the Former Soviet Union (Title VIII) Apply for EE ERT 12 001 Funding Number: EE ERT 12 001 Agency: Bureau of Intelligence and Research Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $1,250,000 |
| Program for Research and Training on Eastern Europe and the Independent States of the Former Soviet Union (Title VIII) Apply for EE ERT 11 001 012238 Funding Number: EE ERT 11 001 012238 Agency: Bureau of Intelligence and Research Category: Education Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $1,500,000 |
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 "P14AS00358", 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.