Opportunity Information: Apply for N62473 11 R TORTBAR
Apply for N62473 11 R TORTBAR
- The NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Desert Tortoise Research Study at Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, CA" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 12.300 Basic and Applied Scientific Research.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 28, 2011 and posted on Apr 28, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 1, 2011 Proposals are due by 1600 Pacific Time on 1 June 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 $65,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $65,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Desert Tortoise Research Study at Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Barstow, California is a Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) discretionary funding opportunity issued as a cooperative agreement to support applied natural resources research focused on the federally threatened desert tortoise. The project is designed to answer a very practical management question with broader scientific and regulatory implications: whether standard desert tortoise survey results differ in a statistically meaningful way depending on whether surveys are conducted in the spring versus the fall. Because tortoise activity and detectability can shift with season, temperature, and rainfall, the study aims to generate defensible, statistically valid evidence that could improve how tortoise surveys are scheduled and interpreted.
The core research effort involves comparing survey outcomes from standardized 500 meter by 500 meter plots when conducted in spring conditions versus fall conditions. By explicitly testing for seasonal differences in plot results, the work is intended to determine whether one season produces more reliable or informative data for desert tortoise monitoring. In addition to the plot comparison, the project includes presence/absence transect surveys at the Yermo Annex Test Track area, described as roughly 100 acres, to document whether tortoises are present and how they are distributed in that portion of the installation. Together, these tasks are meant to strengthen understanding of the local tortoise population while also contributing to the larger question of how survey protocols should be applied across the desert Southwest.
A major motivation behind the study is that the findings could influence desert tortoise survey protocol for the southwestern United States, particularly if the analysis shows that one season consistently yields different detection rates or different conclusions about occupancy or relative abundance. From the installation standpoint, MCLB Barstow would use the improved population knowledge to better manage habitat on the range, reduce the likelihood of operational conflicts with the species, and support compliance and conservation planning. The opportunity also notes the value of comparing new results with previous work to help determine whether the local tortoise population appears stable or declining over time, which is important for long-term management decisions.
The opportunity anticipated making a single award, with an estimated total funding amount of $65,000 and an award ceiling of $65,000, and it did not require cost sharing or matching. Eligible applicants included private institutions of higher education, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education). The associated CFDA number was 12.300 (Basic and Applied Scientific Research), aligning the project with research-oriented federal assistance rather than routine service contracting.
Key dates show that the announcement was posted and created on April 28, 2011, with proposals due by 4:00 PM Pacific Time on June 1, 2011, and an archive date of July 1, 2011. The final deliverables were described as a draft report and a final report that include GIS maps, indicating that spatial documentation and clear, mappable outputs were expected alongside the statistical analysis and written findings. For administrative or access issues related to the full announcement, the listed point of contact was Linda Protocollo, Contract Specialist and Cooperative Agreement Administrator, reachable by phone at 619-532-1159.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Desert Tortoise Research Study at MCLB Barstow?
This opportunity supports applied natural resources research on the federally threatened desert tortoise at Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Barstow, California. It is intended to answer a practical management question with broader scientific and regulatory implications: whether standard desert tortoise survey results differ in a statistically meaningful way when surveys are conducted in spring versus fall.
Who is offering this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is issued by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) as a discretionary funding opportunity.
What type of award is this?
The funding is issued as a cooperative agreement (not described as a procurement contract in the provided information).
What is the main research question the project aims to answer?
The core question is whether standardized desert tortoise survey results change in a statistically meaningful way depending on season, specifically comparing spring survey conditions versus fall survey conditions.
Why does the season (spring vs fall) matter for desert tortoise surveys?
The opportunity notes that tortoise activity and detectability can shift with season, temperature, and rainfall. Because detectability affects what surveys find, the study aims to produce defensible, statistically valid evidence about seasonal differences that could improve how surveys are scheduled and interpreted.
What fieldwork is described for the core comparison study?
The core research effort involves comparing survey outcomes from standardized 500 meter by 500 meter plots when conducted in spring conditions versus fall conditions.
What additional survey work is included beyond the plot comparisons?
The project also includes presence/absence transect surveys at the Yermo Annex Test Track area (described as roughly 100 acres) to document whether tortoises are present and how they are distributed in that portion of the installation.
What is the purpose of the presence/absence transect surveys at the Yermo Annex Test Track area?
The purpose is to document whether desert tortoises are present and how they are distributed within that approximately 100-acre area, strengthening understanding of the local tortoise population while contributing to the broader survey protocol question.
How could the results affect desert tortoise survey protocols?
The opportunity states that findings could influence desert tortoise survey protocol for the southwestern United States, particularly if the analysis shows one season consistently yields different detection rates or different conclusions about occupancy or relative abundance.
How will MCLB Barstow use the results?
MCLB Barstow is expected to use improved population knowledge to better manage habitat on the range, reduce the likelihood of operational conflicts with the species, and support compliance and conservation planning.
Does the opportunity mention comparing new results to past studies?
Yes. It notes the value of comparing new results with previous work to help determine whether the local tortoise population appears stable or declining over time, which is important for long-term management decisions.
How many awards were anticipated?
The opportunity anticipated making a single award.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding amount is $65,000, and the award ceiling is also $65,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching is required, based on the information provided.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education).
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 12.300, titled Basic and Applied Scientific Research.
When was the opportunity posted and when were proposals due?
The announcement was posted and created on April 28, 2011. Proposals were due by 4:00 PM Pacific Time on June 1, 2011.
What is the archive date listed for the opportunity?
The archive date is July 1, 2011.
What deliverables are expected at the end of the project?
The opportunity describes final deliverables as a draft report and a final report that include GIS maps, indicating that spatial documentation and mappable outputs are expected alongside the written findings and analysis.
Are GIS products specifically required?
Yes. The draft and final reports are described as including GIS maps.
Who is the point of contact for administrative or access issues related to the full announcement?
The listed point of contact is Linda Protocollo, Contract Specialist and Cooperative Agreement Administrator.
How can the point of contact be reached?
Linda Protocollo is reachable by phone at 619-532-1159.
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