Opportunity Information: Apply for F14AS00247
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- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Control of Invasive Species in the SuAsCo Watershed" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.658 Natural Resource Damage Assessment, Restoration and Implementation.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 20, 2014 and posted on Jun 20, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 24, 2014 THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD TO A SINGLE SOURCE. THERE IS NO FULL ANNOUNCEMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS NOTICE. Questions should be directed to Artela Jacobs (404) 679 7197 or artelajacobs@fws.gov no later than 6/24/2014.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $308,134.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- 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.
- This opportunity is not a request for applications. The determination not to compete is based on Departmental policy (505 DM 2.14,B. (2) and is within the discretion of the Agency.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "Control of Invasive Species in the SuAsCo Watershed" (Funding Opportunity Number F14AS00247) is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) notice of intent to make a single-source award, not an open or competitive funding announcement. In practical terms, that means there was no full solicitation package and no opportunity for other organizations to submit proposals in response. The USFWS stated explicitly that the notice was not a request for competitive applications and that the decision not to compete the award was made under Departmental Manual policy (505 DM 2.14(B)(2)), which the agency emphasized is solely within the government’s discretion.
The intended award mechanism is a cooperative agreement, which signals that the federal agency expects to be substantially involved in carrying out and overseeing the work rather than simply issuing funds with minimal interaction. The planned recipient is the Massachusetts Audubon Society, Inc., and the assistance is provided under CFDA 15.658, Natural Resource Damage Assessment, Restoration and Implementation. The core purpose of the project is to implement natural resource restoration activities in the Sudbury River area of Massachusetts, specifically aimed at restoring injured natural resources and addressing recreational use losses tied to impacts in the watershed. While the title highlights invasive species control in the SuAsCo watershed (Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord), the description frames the broader restoration intent as improving ecological conditions and the public’s ability to enjoy the river system.
Because this is a cooperative agreement, USFWS anticipated an active role throughout the period of performance. The agency indicated it would work closely with Massachusetts Audubon to promote and implement the restoration projects, and it would also oversee the work by reviewing and approving the recipient’s progress toward completing activities. That oversight extends beyond technical milestones to include review of financial matters and ensuring the recipient meets obligations spelled out in the award terms. This kind of arrangement typically involves regular coordination, progress reporting, and agency sign-off at key points to keep the project aligned with restoration goals and compliance requirements.
The planned period of performance runs from June 1, 2014 through March 31, 2017. The opportunity was posted on June 20, 2014, with an original and current closing date of June 24, 2014. Even though the listing shows eligibility as "unrestricted" in the standard field, the text makes clear the opportunity was not actually open for applications, so eligibility categories did not function in the normal way. The estimated total funding amount listed is $308,134, and the opportunity notes no cost sharing or matching requirement. The award floor and ceiling fields are shown as zero, which commonly happens in notices where the agency is not soliciting applications and is not presenting a competitive range of award amounts.
For questions, the notice directed interested parties to contact Artela Jacobs (USFWS) at (404) 679-7197 or by email at artelajacobs@fws.gov, with Molly Sperduto also listed as a point of contact at (603) 223-2541. The notice also referenced Grant.gov as the platform where the listing was posted, but it reiterated that there was no full announcement associated with the notice and that inquiries needed to be made by the stated deadline.
FAQs: Control of Invasive Species in the SuAsCo Watershed (F14AS00247)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Control of Invasive Species in the SuAsCo Watershed".
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is F14AS00247.
Which federal agency is associated with this notice?
This notice is from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
Is this an open, competitive grant opportunity?
No. This notice is a notice of intent to make a single-source award, and USFWS explicitly stated it is not a request for competitive applications. In practical terms, there was no opportunity for other organizations to submit proposals in response to this listing.
Was there a full solicitation package or full funding announcement?
No. The notice stated there was no full announcement associated with it and that it was not a competitive application request.
Why did USFWS choose not to compete the award?
USFWS stated that the decision not to compete the award was made under Departmental Manual policy (505 DM 2.14(B)(2)), and emphasized that this decision is solely within the government’s discretion.
What type of award instrument is planned?
The intended award mechanism is a cooperative agreement.
What does a cooperative agreement mean in this context?
In this notice, a cooperative agreement indicates that USFWS expected to be substantially involved in carrying out and overseeing the work, including working closely with the recipient, reviewing progress toward completion of activities, and reviewing financial matters to ensure compliance with award terms.
Who is the planned recipient of the award?
The planned recipient is the Massachusetts Audubon Society, Inc.
What is the CFDA program listed for this assistance?
The assistance is listed under CFDA 15.658, Natural Resource Damage Assessment, Restoration and Implementation.
What is the main purpose of the project described in the notice?
The purpose is to implement natural resource restoration activities in the Sudbury River area of Massachusetts, aimed at restoring injured natural resources and addressing recreational use losses tied to watershed impacts. While the title highlights invasive species control in the SuAsCo watershed, the description frames a broader restoration intent focused on improving ecological conditions and the public’s ability to enjoy the river system.
What geographic area does this project focus on?
The work focuses on the Sudbury River area in Massachusetts, within the SuAsCo watershed (Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord).
What role did USFWS expect to play during the project?
USFWS anticipated an active role, including working closely with Massachusetts Audubon to promote and implement the restoration projects, overseeing the work by reviewing and approving progress, and reviewing financial matters to ensure the recipient meets the obligations described in the award terms.
What is the period of performance for the planned award?
The planned period of performance is June 1, 2014 through March 31, 2017.
When was the opportunity posted?
The listing was posted on June 20, 2014.
What were the original and current closing dates?
Both the original and current closing date are listed as June 24, 2014.
If eligibility is listed as "unrestricted," does that mean anyone could apply?
No. Although the standard field shows eligibility as "unrestricted", the notice text makes clear it was not actually open for applications because it was a single-source notice of intent rather than a competitive opportunity.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount listed is $308,134.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No. The opportunity notes no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Why do the award floor and ceiling fields show zero?
The notice shows the award floor and ceiling fields as zero, which commonly occurs in listings where the agency is not soliciting competitive applications and is not presenting a competitive range of award amounts.
Where was this notice posted?
The notice referenced Grant.gov as the platform where the listing was posted.
Who should be contacted with questions about this notice?
The notice directed questions to Artela Jacobs (USFWS) at (404) 679-7197 or artelajacobs@fws.gov. It also listed Molly Sperduto as a point of contact at (603) 223-2541.
Was there a deadline for inquiries?
Yes. The notice stated that inquiries needed to be made by the stated deadline, which aligns with the listing’s closing date of June 24, 2014.
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