Opportunity Information: Apply for CFWO 11 002
Apply for CFWO 11 002
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Delhi Sands Flower loving Fly" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.608 Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 26, 2011 and posted on Jul 26, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 29, 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 $35,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $35,000.00 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.
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Opportunity Summary:
This grant opportunity, titled "Delhi Sands Flower loving Fly" (Funding Opportunity Number CFWO 11 002), is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service discretionary funding announcement focused on restoring and improving habitat in San Bernardino County, California for the Delhi Sands flower-loving fly (DSF). The work is centered on several conserved sites that have recently been transferred to the Riverside Land Conservancy (RLC) for long-term stewardship. These sites support DSF habitat, but their ecological value has been reduced because much of the land is now overgrown with invasive, non-native plants, which has shrunk the amount of suitable habitat available for the species. The transfer to RLC came with limited resources for ongoing management, creating a clear need for targeted funding to address habitat degradation and improve conditions for the fly and associated native wildlife.
The proposed project uses grant funds to carry out practical, on-the-ground stewardship actions that directly address the main threats on these conserved parcels. The core activities include invasive, non-native weed control to remove vegetation that is crowding out native plants and altering habitat structure. In addition, the project includes annual monitoring to document baseline and changing site conditions over time, so managers can track whether the habitat is improving and whether the fly is responding to management actions. The work also includes site cleanup (such as trash removal), measures to limit trespass and damage, and maintenance of fencing and signage to protect sensitive habitat areas. Record keeping is explicitly included as part of the project scope to ensure site conditions and management actions are consistently documented, supporting accountability and adaptive management.
A key goal of the effort is ecological recovery: by reducing invasive plant cover, the project aims to create the conditions needed for native plant species to recolonize and reestablish, which in turn should improve habitat quality for DSF. The announcement also emphasizes partnership and coordination. RLC would work in cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the University of California Cooperative Extension is expected to be a partner contributing staff time, strengthening the project with technical support and added capacity.
From an administrative standpoint, the award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the federal agency anticipates having substantial involvement in the project rather than simply issuing a standalone grant. The opportunity lists one expected award with an estimated total funding amount of $35,000, which is also the award ceiling, and an award floor of $0. Cost sharing or matching is required. Eligibility is limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education). The CFDA program associated with the funding is 15.608, Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance. The posting date was July 26, 2011, with an original and current closing date of July 29, 2011, and an archive date of August 28, 2011.
For questions or access issues related to the full announcement, the listed contact is Sue Fahey, Budget Supervisor, at 760-431-9440 or suefahey@fws.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Delhi Sands Flower loving Fly."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is CFWO 11 002.
Which federal agency is offering this funding?
The opportunity is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (U.S. FWS) discretionary funding announcement.
What is the purpose of the grant?
The purpose is to restore and improve habitat in San Bernardino County, California for the Delhi Sands flower-loving fly (DSF) by addressing habitat degradation on conserved sites now under long-term stewardship by the Riverside Land Conservancy (RLC).
Where will the project take place?
The work is focused on conserved sites in San Bernardino County, California that support DSF habitat and have recently been transferred to the Riverside Land Conservancy (RLC).
Why is this project needed?
Although the conserved parcels support DSF habitat, their ecological value has been reduced because invasive, non-native plants have become overgrown, shrinking the amount of suitable habitat. The transfer to RLC included limited resources for ongoing management, creating a need for targeted funding for stewardship actions.
What species is the project intended to benefit?
The primary focus is the Delhi Sands flower-loving fly (DSF). The work is also intended to improve conditions for associated native wildlife by restoring habitat quality.
What types of activities will the grant fund?
The project scope includes practical stewardship actions such as invasive, non-native weed control; annual monitoring to document baseline and changing site conditions; site cleanup (including trash removal); measures to limit trespass and damage; maintenance of fencing and signage; and record keeping to consistently document conditions and management actions.
Is invasive species control part of the project?
Yes. A core activity is invasive, non-native weed control to remove vegetation that is crowding out native plants and altering habitat structure.
Is monitoring required or included?
Yes. The project includes annual monitoring to document baseline conditions and track changes over time, helping managers evaluate whether habitat is improving and whether the fly is responding to management actions.
Does the project include cleanup and site protection measures?
Yes. The scope includes site cleanup (such as trash removal), steps to limit trespass and damage, and maintenance of fencing and signage to protect sensitive habitat.
Is record keeping specifically required?
Yes. Record keeping is explicitly included to ensure site conditions and management actions are documented consistently, supporting accountability and adaptive management.
What is the expected ecological outcome?
By reducing invasive plant cover, the project aims to create conditions for native plant species to recolonize and reestablish, improving habitat quality for DSF.
Will this project involve partnerships?
Yes. The announcement emphasizes coordination and partnership. RLC would work in cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the University of California Cooperative Extension is expected to be a partner contributing staff time.
What type of award is this?
The award is structured as a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
It means the federal agency anticipates having substantial involvement in the project, rather than issuing a standalone grant with minimal agency participation.
How many awards are expected?
The opportunity lists one expected award.
What is the total estimated funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $35,000.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is $35,000.
What is the award floor?
The award floor is $0.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. Cost sharing or matching is required.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education.
Are colleges and universities eligible?
No. Institutions of higher education are explicitly excluded from eligibility under this opportunity, even though a university-affiliated partner (the University of California Cooperative Extension) is expected to contribute staff time to the project.
What is the CFDA program associated with this funding?
The associated CFDA program is 15.608, Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posting date was July 26, 2011.
What is the application closing date?
The original and current closing date listed is July 29, 2011.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was August 28, 2011.
Who can be contacted for questions or access issues related to the full announcement?
The listed contact is Sue Fahey, Budget Supervisor. Phone: 760-431-9440. Email: suefahey@fws.gov.
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