Opportunity Information: Apply for G14AS00004
Apply for G14AS00004
- The Geological Survey in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Cooperative Research Units Program FY 2014" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.812 Cooperative Research Units Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 20, 2013 and posted on Sep 20, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by June 24, 2014 (new or changes in scope of work or total estimated cost) August 13, 2014 (other changes not involving change to scope of work or total estimated cost). (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Only CRU Cooperating Universities are eligible to apply to the RWO component of the Cooperative Research Unit Program pursuant to the Cooperative Research Unit Act (Public Law 86 686).
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Opportunity Summary:
The Cooperative Research Units Program FY 2014 grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number G14AS00004) is a discretionary federal funding opportunity offered by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to support the work of the Cooperative Research Units (CRU) Program. The CRU Program is built around a long-standing partnership model that links state natural resource agencies, universities, the federal government, and a nonprofit organization in a shared effort to carry out applied research and related activities in fish and wildlife conservation and management. The program is organized as 40 Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Units located on university campuses across 38 states. Its roots go back to the 1930s, when the first nine units were created, and additional units have since been established by Congress at specific universities, making it a nationally distributed network with a consistent mission and structure.
This opportunity is offered as a cooperative agreement under the broad funding activity category of Science and Technology and other Research and Development, with the associated CFDA number 15.812 (Cooperative Research Units Program). The core concept behind the program is that these units are not funded or operated by a single entity; instead, they are jointly supported and coordinated through contributions and collaboration among USGS, the host universities, state natural resource agencies, the Wildlife Management Institute, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. That joint support structure is central to how the program functions, helping ensure that research and training efforts remain closely tied to real-world management needs while also benefiting from academic expertise and federal scientific capacity.
Eligibility for this particular funding announcement is tightly limited. Only CRU Cooperating Universities are eligible to apply to the RWO component of the Cooperative Research Unit Program, as authorized under the Cooperative Research Unit Act (Public Law 86-686). In other words, it is not an open competition for the general public, private entities, or even universities that are not designated cooperating institutions within the CRU network. The listing indicates no cost sharing or matching requirement, but the broader program itself is inherently collaborative and supported through multiple partner contributions as part of its normal operating model.
Key administrative details show the opportunity was posted and created on September 20, 2013. The closing date structure indicates June 24, 2014 as the deadline for submissions involving new projects or changes in scope of work or total estimated cost, and August 13, 2014 for other changes that do not affect scope of work or total estimated cost. The archive date is December 31, 2014. The announcement lists estimated total funding, award ceiling, and award floor as 0, which typically signals that funding amounts are not specified in the public synopsis or are handled through internal allocations and project-by-project agreements rather than a single published pool with stated limits.
For applicants or interested parties who need assistance accessing the full announcement, the contact listed is Laura Mahoney at USGS, reachable by phone at 703-648-7344 or by email at lmahoney@usgs.gov. The announcement also points readers to Grants.gov for additional information via the provided link.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Cooperative Research Units Program FY 2014 funding opportunity?
It is a discretionary federal funding opportunity from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to support the work of the Cooperative Research Units (CRU) Program. The Funding Opportunity Number is G14AS00004, and it is associated with CFDA 15.812 (Cooperative Research Units Program).
What type of award is being offered?
This opportunity is offered as a cooperative agreement under the broad funding activity category of Science and Technology and other Research and Development.
What is the purpose of the CRU Program?
The program supports applied research and related activities in fish and wildlife conservation and management. It is designed to keep research and training closely connected to real-world natural resource management needs while drawing on university expertise and federal scientific capacity.
How is the CRU Program structured nationwide?
The program consists of 40 Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Units located on university campuses across 38 states, forming a nationally distributed network with a consistent mission and structure.
Who are the partners involved in the CRU Program?
The CRU Program is built on a partnership model linking state natural resource agencies, universities, the federal government, and a nonprofit organization. The description specifically names USGS, the host universities, state natural resource agencies, the Wildlife Management Institute, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as part of the joint support and coordination structure.
Why does the announcement emphasize that the units are not funded or operated by a single entity?
Because the program is intentionally collaborative. The joint support structure, with contributions and coordination among multiple partners, is central to how the CRU Program functions and helps ensure projects remain relevant to management needs while benefiting from academic and federal science capabilities.
Who is eligible to apply for this specific opportunity?
Eligibility is limited to CRU Cooperating Universities applying to the RWO component of the Cooperative Research Unit Program, as authorized under the Cooperative Research Unit Act (Public Law 86-686).
Is this an open competition for any university or organization?
No. The opportunity is not open to the general public, private entities, or universities that are not designated CRU cooperating institutions within the CRU network.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
The listing indicates there is no cost sharing or matching requirement for this particular funding announcement.
If there is no cost share requirement, is the program still collaborative?
Yes. Even without a formal cost sharing or matching requirement in the listing, the broader CRU Program is described as inherently collaborative and supported through contributions and cooperation among program partners as part of its normal operating model.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted and created on September 20, 2013.
What are the key submission deadlines and what do they mean?
The announcement lists two deadlines:
- June 24, 2014: for submissions involving new projects or changes in scope of work or total estimated cost.
- August 13, 2014: for other changes that do not affect scope of work or total estimated cost.
What is the archive date for this opportunity?
The archive date is December 31, 2014.
The synopsis shows estimated total funding, award ceiling, and award floor as 0. What does that indicate?
The listing shows estimated total funding, award ceiling, and award floor as 0. This typically signals that funding amounts are not specified in the public synopsis, or that funding is handled through internal allocations and project-by-project agreements rather than a single published pool with stated minimums and maximums.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 15.812, labeled as the Cooperative Research Units Program.
Where are the Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Units located?
They are located on university campuses across 38 states, with 40 units in total.
How long has the CRU Program been in place?
The program traces its roots to the 1930s, when the first nine units were created. Additional units have been established over time by Congress at specific universities.
Who is the contact person for help with accessing the full announcement?
The listed contact is Laura Mahoney at USGS.
How can Laura Mahoney be reached?
By phone at 703-648-7344 or by email at lmahoney@usgs.gov.
Where can applicants find additional information about the opportunity?
The announcement directs readers to Grants.gov for additional information via the provided link in the notice.
What does "RWO component" refer to in the eligibility statement?
The notice states that only CRU Cooperating Universities are eligible to apply to the RWO component of the Cooperative Research Unit Program. The notice does not further define RWO beyond identifying it as the component tied to this eligibility restriction.
What law authorizes the eligibility limitation for this opportunity?
The eligibility limitation is stated as being authorized under the Cooperative Research Unit Act (Public Law 86-686).
What kinds of activities does this opportunity generally support?
It supports applied research and related activities connected to fish and wildlife conservation and management, carried out through the CRU partnership model.
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