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- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "DOI Project # DNRSS Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Coastal and Shoreline Monitoring at USFWS NE Reg. Coastal Refuges Reporting on Storm Impacts and Implementation of Updated Procedures." and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.677 Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Activities FWS.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 8, 2014 and posted on Apr 8, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 8, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $64,640.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $64,640.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The funding opportunity titled "DOI Project # DNRSS Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Coastal and Shoreline Monitoring at USFWS NE Reg. Coastal Refuges Reporting on Storm Impacts and Implementation of Updated Procedures" was a Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) discretionary grant announcement issued under the Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief authorities (Public Law 113-2) and the CFDA program 15.677, Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Activities FWS. It was structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the agency expected active involvement with the recipient during the work, rather than a hands-off grant. Although the listing shows eligibility as unrestricted, the notice explicitly states it was intended as a single-source financial assistance award to the Institute of Marine and Coastal Sciences (IMCS) at Rutgers University, operating under Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) agreement 501819J111. In other words, it functioned primarily as a public notification that FWS planned to make one specific award rather than as a competitive solicitation.
The core purpose of the award was to turn existing coastal monitoring data into a series of timely, refuge-focused reports documenting the impacts of Superstorm Sandy and the shoreline changes that followed. The work centered on eleven affiliated National Wildlife Refuges in U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Region 5 (the Northeast region). These refuges had already been conducting systematic shoreline monitoring using standardized seasonal survey methods and protocols referenced as Psuty et al. (2010, 2012). Because the monitoring program was already in place before the storm, the datasets provided a strong baseline for comparing pre-storm and post-storm shoreline positions, allowing the reports to describe where and how shorelines shifted, the magnitude and direction of change, and evidence of post-storm recovery over subsequent survey cycles. The primary deliverables were those analytical reports describing shoreline change dimensions and vectors, with an emphasis on communicating findings quickly enough to be useful for post-disaster management and restoration decisions.
Beyond reporting, the award also supported continued implementation and improvement of the Region 5 coastal monitoring program itself. That included ongoing training for refuge staff and partners, site assessments, and technical assistance from Rutgers/IMCS tied to the standardized monitoring procedures already being used across refuges. The opportunity also aimed to expand the shoreline monitoring program to additional refuges, building a broader regional dataset that could support future storm impact assessments and long-term coastal management. Another technical objective mentioned was assistance with developing "2D geomorphological transects" at cooperating refuges, which generally refers to establishing structured cross-shore or alongshore measurement lines and profiles that capture beach and dune form and change over time in a way that supports repeatable analysis.
Administratively, the opportunity anticipated a single award with a total funding amount fixed at $64,640 (with the floor and ceiling both set to the same amount), and it did not require cost sharing or matching funds. The announcement was posted and created on April 8, 2014, with a closing date of May 8, 2014, and it was archived on May 9, 2014. The grants.gov listing provided an additional information link to the main portal and named a grants/agreements specialist contact at FWS for access issues. Overall, the project can be understood as a focused Hurricane Sandy relief action: using established, standardized shoreline monitoring at Northeast coastal refuges to produce clear, decision-relevant reports on storm impacts and subsequent shoreline evolution, while also strengthening and extending the monitoring program for future coastal resilience work.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the official title of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled: "DOI Project # DNRSS Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Coastal and Shoreline Monitoring at USFWS NE Reg. Coastal Refuges Reporting on Storm Impacts and Implementation of Updated Procedures."
Which federal agency issued this announcement?
The announcement was issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
What disaster relief authority and program are associated with this award?
This funding was issued under the Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief authorities (Public Law 113-2) and under CFDA program 15.677, "Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Activities FWS."
What type of funding instrument was used?
The award was structured as a cooperative agreement. This means FWS expected active involvement with the recipient during the period of work, rather than a fully hands-off arrangement.
Was this a competitive grant opportunity?
No. Although the listing shows eligibility as unrestricted, the notice states it was intended as a single-source financial assistance award. In practice, it functioned mainly as a public notice that FWS planned to make one specific award rather than a competitive solicitation.
Who was the intended recipient of the single-source award?
The notice states it was intended as a single-source award to the Institute of Marine and Coastal Sciences (IMCS) at Rutgers University, operating under Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) agreement 501819J111.
If eligibility was listed as "unrestricted," could other applicants realistically apply?
Based on the notice language provided, the opportunity was explicitly intended for a single named recipient (Rutgers/IMCS under the referenced CESU agreement). Even if a listing field shows "unrestricted," the stated intent indicates it was not designed as an open competition.
What was the main purpose of the project?
The core purpose was to convert existing coastal and shoreline monitoring data into timely, refuge-focused reports documenting the impacts of Superstorm Sandy and the shoreline changes that followed.
Which geographic area and FWS region did the work focus on?
The work centered on U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Region 5 (the Northeast region), specifically involving eleven affiliated National Wildlife Refuges.
What kind of data did the project rely on?
The project relied on systematic shoreline monitoring data collected at the refuges using standardized seasonal survey methods and protocols referenced as Psuty et al. (2010, 2012).
Why was the pre-storm monitoring program important for this project?
Because the monitoring program was already in place before Superstorm Sandy, the dataset provided a strong baseline for comparing pre-storm and post-storm shoreline positions. This allowed the reports to quantify where shorelines shifted, how much they changed, the direction of change, and whether there was evidence of recovery in later survey cycles.
What were the primary deliverables?
The primary deliverables were analytical, refuge-focused reports describing shoreline change dimensions and vectors, with an emphasis on producing results quickly enough to be useful for post-disaster management and restoration decisions.
What kinds of shoreline changes were the reports expected to describe?
Based on the description, the reports were expected to document shoreline position changes before and after the storm, including the magnitude and direction of change, and to identify evidence of post-storm recovery over subsequent seasonal surveys.
Did the project include activities beyond reporting?
Yes. In addition to reporting on storm impacts, the award supported continued implementation and improvement of the Region 5 coastal monitoring program, including training, site assessments, and technical assistance tied to the standardized monitoring procedures already being used.
Was the project intended to expand shoreline monitoring to other refuges?
Yes. A stated aim was to expand the shoreline monitoring program to additional refuges to build a broader regional dataset that could support future storm impact assessments and long-term coastal management.
What does "implementation of updated procedures" refer to in this context?
Based on the provided description, it refers to continued use, support, and improvement of the standardized coastal monitoring procedures used across the refuges, including training and technical assistance to ensure consistent implementation.
What are "2D geomorphological transects" as mentioned in the opportunity?
The opportunity mentions assistance with developing "2D geomorphological transects" at cooperating refuges. In this context, it generally refers to establishing structured cross-shore or alongshore measurement lines and profiles that capture beach and dune form and change over time in a repeatable way that supports ongoing analysis.
How much funding was anticipated for this single award?
The total anticipated funding amount was fixed at $64,640. The stated floor and ceiling were both set to the same amount, indicating a single fixed award amount.
Was cost sharing or a matching contribution required?
No. The announcement indicates there was no cost sharing or matching requirement.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The announcement was posted/created on April 8, 2014, and had a closing date of May 8, 2014.
When was the opportunity archived?
The listing was archived on May 9, 2014.
Where did the listing direct users for additional information?
The grants.gov listing provided an additional information link to the main portal.
Who was listed as a point of contact?
A grants/agreements specialist at FWS was named as a contact for access issues (as described in the listing information provided).
What is the project trying to accomplish in practical terms for refuge management?
In practical terms, it was a Hurricane Sandy relief action intended to produce clear, decision-relevant shoreline impact reports from standardized monitoring data, while strengthening and extending the monitoring program so refuges could better assess storm impacts and shoreline evolution over time.
Does the opportunity description indicate the work was intended to be time-sensitive?
Yes. The description emphasizes producing reports in a timely manner so findings could be useful for post-disaster management and restoration decisions.
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