Opportunity Information: Apply for R11SS60015
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- The Bureau of Reclamation Great Plains Region in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "CURATION OF MUSEUM PROPERTY UNDER RECLAMATION JURISDICTION AND ARCHEOLOGICAL FIELDWORK FOR UNANTICIPATED DISCOVERIES" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.511 Cultural Resources Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 30, 2011 and posted on Aug 29, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 14, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $20,303.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $20,303.00 in funding.
- 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).
- FEDERAL, STATE, OR MUNICIPAL DEPARTMENT OR AGENCY, ANY EDUCATIONAL OR SCIENTIFIC INSTITUTION OR ANY PATRIOTIC ASSOCIATION
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding opportunity, listed as Funding Opportunity Number R11SS60015, is a Bureau of Reclamation (Great Plains Region) discretionary grant offered as a cooperative agreement focused on cultural resource activities. The project purpose centers on two closely related needs tied to Reclamation-managed lands and projects: first, the proper curation and management of museum property that falls under Reclamation jurisdiction, and second, the ability to carry out archaeological fieldwork when unexpected discoveries occur. In practical terms, the opportunity is aimed at helping ensure that cultural materials and related records connected to Reclamation facilities and lands are appropriately cared for and that there is a qualified, ready mechanism to respond when previously unknown archaeological resources are encountered during operations, maintenance, construction, or other ground-disturbing activities.
The award structure is small and targeted. Reclamation anticipated making a single award, with an estimated total funding amount of $20,303. The award ceiling is also $20,303, meaning the maximum likely federal contribution for the selected project is capped at that amount, while the award floor is listed as $0 (a standard administrative listing rather than an indication that zero-dollar awards are expected). There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, so applicants were not required to contribute non-federal funds to be eligible or competitive. Because the instrument is a cooperative agreement rather than a standard grant, Reclamation likely expected to be substantially involved in project coordination, oversight, or decision-making during performance, which is typical when federal staff participation is anticipated in the planning or execution of the work.
Eligibility is broad but still oriented toward organizations capable of conducting professional cultural resource work and compliant curation. Eligible applicants include federal, state, or municipal departments or agencies; educational or scientific institutions (such as universities, colleges, museums, or research entities); and patriotic associations. This range suggests the agency was open to partnering with public entities and qualified institutions that have the facilities and professional expertise to curate collections and perform archaeological investigations in accordance with applicable standards and requirements.
From a scope standpoint, the opportunity title and category explanation indicate the work would fall under cultural resources management activities. The curation component generally implies tasks such as organizing, inventorying, stabilizing, housing, and documenting museum property or archaeological collections; ensuring associated records and catalogs are complete; and maintaining materials in appropriate environmental and security conditions. The archaeological fieldwork component for unanticipated discoveries typically refers to rapid-response identification and documentation when cultural resources are discovered unexpectedly, potentially including site evaluation, controlled recovery if necessary, and preparation of technical documentation so Reclamation can meet its cultural resource responsibilities while minimizing project delays and resource impacts.
Key administrative details show the posting date was August 29, 2011, with creation on August 30, 2011. The original and current closing date were both September 14, 2011, and the opportunity was archived on September 15, 2011, indicating a short application window and a time-sensitive need for a partner. The relevant CFDA program number is 15.511, Cultural Resources Management, which aligns with the stated cultural resources focus.
For applicants or interested parties who had trouble accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact was Leisa Philbin, Grants Officer, reachable by phone at (406) 247-7606, with a grants specialist role also referenced. This contact information suggests that questions about application procedures, eligibility interpretation, or access to the full announcement were meant to be handled directly through the Reclamation grants office supporting the Great Plains Region.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is R11SS60015.
Which agency is offering this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is offered by the Bureau of Reclamation (Great Plains Region).
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement (a type of discretionary award).
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement rather than a standard grant?
Because the instrument is a cooperative agreement, the Bureau of Reclamation likely expected to have substantial involvement in the project during performance (for example, coordination, oversight, or participation in planning and execution), which is typical when federal staff engagement is anticipated.
What is the overall purpose of this opportunity?
The purpose is to support cultural resource activities tied to Reclamation-managed lands and projects, specifically: (1) proper curation and management of museum property under Reclamation jurisdiction, and (2) the ability to carry out archaeological fieldwork when unexpected discoveries occur during ground-disturbing work.
What kinds of needs is the project intended to address?
The opportunity is intended to ensure that cultural materials and related records connected to Reclamation facilities and lands are properly cared for and that there is a qualified, ready mechanism to respond when previously unknown archaeological resources are encountered during operations, maintenance, construction, or other ground-disturbing activities.
What is the expected number of awards?
Reclamation anticipated making a single award.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding amount is $20,303.
What is the maximum award amount (ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $20,303, meaning the maximum likely federal contribution is capped at that amount.
What is the minimum award amount (floor)?
The award floor is listed as $0. This is described as a standard administrative listing rather than an indication that zero-dollar awards are expected.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement for this opportunity.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include: federal, state, or municipal departments or agencies; educational or scientific institutions (such as universities, colleges, museums, or research entities); and patriotic associations.
What types of organizations does the eligibility list suggest Reclamation wanted to partner with?
The eligibility categories suggest Reclamation was seeking partners capable of professional cultural resource work and compliant curation, including institutions with appropriate facilities and expertise to curate collections and perform archaeological investigations consistent with applicable standards and requirements.
What category or topic area does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity falls under cultural resources management activities.
What does the curation component generally include?
The curation component generally implies tasks such as organizing, inventorying, stabilizing, housing, and documenting museum property or archaeological collections; ensuring associated records and catalogs are complete; and maintaining materials under appropriate environmental and security conditions.
What does the archaeological fieldwork component for unanticipated discoveries generally involve?
This component typically refers to rapid-response identification and documentation when cultural resources are discovered unexpectedly. It may include site evaluation, controlled recovery if necessary, and preparation of technical documentation so Reclamation can meet its cultural resource responsibilities while minimizing delays and impacts.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posting date was August 29, 2011.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on August 30, 2011.
What was the application closing date?
The original closing date and the current closing date were both September 14, 2011.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on September 15, 2011.
How long was the application window?
Based on the provided dates (posting on August 29, 2011 and closing on September 14, 2011), the application window was short, indicating a time-sensitive need for a partner.
What is the CFDA program number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA program number is 15.511, Cultural Resources Management.
Who is the point of contact for questions or access issues?
The listed point of contact is Leisa Philbin, Grants Officer.
How can the point of contact be reached?
Leisa Philbin can be reached by phone at (406) 247-7606. A grants specialist role was also referenced in the opportunity details.
What kinds of questions was the point of contact expected to handle?
The contact information indicates that questions about application procedures, interpretation of eligibility, or trouble accessing the full announcement were intended to be handled through the Reclamation grants office supporting the Great Plains Region.
What lands or projects are the cultural resources tied to?
The opportunity is tied to Reclamation-managed lands and projects, including Reclamation facilities and lands where museum property and archaeological resources may be present.
In what situations would the rapid-response archaeological fieldwork be needed?
It is intended for situations where previously unknown archaeological resources are encountered unexpectedly during operations, maintenance, construction, or other ground-disturbing activities.
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