Opportunity Information: Apply for G12AS20043
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- The Geological Survey in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Colorado Plateau CESU" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.808 U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 16, 2012 and posted on May 16, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 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 $50,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- This financial assistance opportunity is being issued under a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Program. CESUs are partnerships that provide research, technical assistance, and education. Eligible recipients must be a participating partner of the Colorado Plateau Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CPCESU) Program.
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number G12AS20043) was released by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) under the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) program, specifically through the Colorado Plateau CESU (often referenced as the Colorado Plateau Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, or CPCESU). It is a discretionary grant opportunity using a cooperative agreement as the funding instrument, meaning the USGS expects to have substantial involvement with the recipient during the project rather than simply issuing funds and receiving a final report. The programmatic category is listed as Science and Technology and other Research and Development, and it is tied to CFDA 15.808 (U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection).
The core purpose of the award is to support an evaluation of a "Tsunami scenario." In practical terms, the project is intended to assess how a tsunami-related scenario (such as a planning, response, or risk-reduction scenario) performs and what can be learned from it. The evaluation is meant to generate information that feeds back into ongoing activities, helping improve what is currently being done. At the same time, the evaluation is expected to produce results that help decision-makers identify which strategies are most likely to work over the long term. A key theme in the description is transferability: the USGS is looking for findings that are not only useful for the immediate effort, but that can also be applied to other settings and inform future projects beyond the original context.
The opportunity anticipated a single award (Expected Awards: 1) with an estimated total funding amount of $50,000. No cost sharing or matching funds were required, which typically lowers barriers for eligible partners by allowing the federal funds to cover the project costs without a mandatory non-federal contribution. The listing shows an award ceiling and floor of $0, which generally indicates the posting did not specify a formal minimum or maximum per award in that particular field, but the estimated total funding provides the best practical indicator of the intended award size.
Eligibility is limited and tied directly to CESU membership. Applicants must be a participating partner of the Colorado Plateau CESU (CPCESU) Program. The general eligibility category is listed as "Others," with the clarification that only CPCESU partners are eligible. CESUs are structured partnerships that link federal agencies with universities, research institutions, and other partners to provide research, technical assistance, and education. As a result, this opportunity is not open competition for the general public; it is restricted to organizations already within the Colorado Plateau CESU network.
In terms of timing, the opportunity was posted and created on May 16, 2012, with an original and current closing date of June 5, 2012, and it was archived on August 16, 2012. The short application window suggests the opportunity may have been aimed at addressing a time-sensitive need or aligned with a specific project planning cycle. Additional details were made available through Grants.gov (the notice includes a link to http://www.grants.gov/), and the contact listed for assistance was Faith Graves at the USGS (703-648-7356, fgraves@usgs.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the funding opportunity number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is G12AS20043.
Which federal agency released this opportunity?
This opportunity was released by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
What program is this opportunity associated with?
The opportunity is offered under the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) program, specifically through the Colorado Plateau CESU (also referenced as the Colorado Plateau Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, or CPCESU).
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement indicates that the USGS expects to have substantial involvement with the recipient during the project, rather than simply providing funds and receiving a final report.
Is this considered a discretionary grant?
Yes. The opportunity is described as a discretionary grant opportunity using a cooperative agreement as the instrument.
What is the programmatic category for this opportunity?
The programmatic category is listed as Science and Technology and other Research and Development.
What CFDA program is this tied to?
This opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.808, titled U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection.
What is the main purpose of this award?
The core purpose is to support an evaluation of a tsunami scenario. The evaluation is intended to assess how the scenario performs and what can be learned from it.
What is meant by evaluating a "tsunami scenario" in this context?
Based on the description provided, the project is intended to assess a tsunami-related scenario (for example, a planning, response, or risk-reduction scenario) and determine how it performs and what lessons can be drawn from it.
How will the evaluation results be used?
The evaluation is expected to generate information that feeds back into ongoing activities to improve what is currently being done, and also to help decision-makers identify strategies most likely to work over the long term.
Is USGS looking for results that apply beyond the immediate project?
Yes. A stated theme is transferability, meaning the USGS is looking for findings that are useful for the immediate effort and can also be applied to other settings and inform future projects beyond the original context.
How many awards were expected?
The opportunity anticipated a single award (Expected Awards: 1).
What was the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount for this opportunity was $50,000.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity indicates that no cost sharing or matching funds were required.
Why do the award ceiling and floor show $0?
The listing shows an award ceiling and floor of $0, which generally indicates the posting did not specify a formal minimum or maximum in those fields. The estimated total funding amount of $50,000 provides the most practical indicator of the intended award size.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to organizations that are participating partners of the Colorado Plateau CESU (CPCESU) Program. The general eligibility category is listed as "Others," with the clarification that only CPCESU partners are eligible.
Is this opportunity open to the general public or all organizations?
No. This is not an open competition for the general public. It is restricted to organizations that are already part of the Colorado Plateau CESU network.
What kinds of organizations are typically involved in CESUs?
CESUs are structured partnerships that link federal agencies with universities, research institutions, and other partners to provide research, technical assistance, and education.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted (and created) on May 16, 2012.
What was the closing date for applications?
The original and current closing date listed was June 5, 2012.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on August 16, 2012.
How long was the application window?
Based on the posted date (May 16, 2012) and the closing date (June 5, 2012), the application window was relatively short, suggesting the opportunity may have been aligned with a time-sensitive need or a specific planning cycle.
Where could applicants find additional details or apply?
Additional details were made available through Grants.gov (the notice includes a link to http://www.grants.gov/).
Who was the listed contact for assistance?
The contact listed was Faith Graves at the USGS.
What contact information was provided for the point of contact?
Phone: 703-648-7356
Email: fgraves@usgs.gov
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