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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 #PKR 43 Implement Invasive Plant Control Measures, Parkers River NWR Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief" 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 28, 2014 and posted on Apr 28, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 28, 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 $85,666.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $85,666.00 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 #PKR 43 Implement Invasive Plant Control Measures, Parkers River NWR Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief" is a Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) cooperative agreement tied to Hurricane Sandy disaster relief efforts. It was posted on April 28, 2014, with a closing date of May 28, 2014, and an archive date of May 30, 2014. The total and exact award amount is $85,666 (both the ceiling and floor), with no cost-sharing or matching requirement. Although the listing shows eligibility as unrestricted, the announcement makes clear it is a single-source award being issued specifically to Dr. David Burdick at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) in Durham, New Hampshire, and the notice is primarily for public notification rather than open competition.
Administratively, the award is made under the North and West Alaska Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) framework (agreement number F13AC00619), and it is associated with CFDA 15.677, which covers Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Activities. The project work will be conducted either at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge (often referred to in the text as "Parkers River NWR," located in Newbury, Massachusetts) or on UNH properties, reflecting a partnership approach where refuge-based field implementation is supported by university expertise and facilities.
The core purpose of the project is ecological restoration and risk reduction in areas affected by Hurricane Sandy, with a focus on salt marsh resilience. The project targets two connected problems that undermine marsh health and storm protection benefits: invasive vegetation and altered hydrology. First, it implements innovative control measures for the invasive common reed, Phragmites australis, a species that can form dense monocultures and disrupt native marsh plant communities, habitat quality, and water movement. Second, it corrects surface water drainage issues in the marsh by restoring more natural tidal circulation and hydrologic function.
On the ground, the hydrology work is described in two main actions. One is installing a series of runnels, which are shallow channels designed to improve drainage and circulation across marsh surfaces, helping water move in a way that better mimics natural patterns. The other is ditch remediation, which involves removing or addressing failing ditches that no longer function as intended and instead contribute to ecological degradation. In the Great Marsh area, many ditches were historically created for salt hay farming or mosquito control, and over time these alterations can cause excessive drainage, marsh subsidence, and changes in vegetation that reduce the marsh's ability to withstand storms and sea level rise.
The expected environmental outcomes are framed around resilience and ecosystem services that matter both for wildlife and for coastal communities. By improving circulation in areas that have been impounded or otherwise altered by human infrastructure, the project aims to protect and strengthen the integrity of the marsh peat. This is important because the Great Marsh is described as a peat-based system; healthy peat helps the marsh resist erosion and provides a natural buffer against wave energy and storm surge. By remediating failing ditches and restoring them toward functional marsh conditions, the project also aims to reduce wave-driven erosion, prevent over-drainage and subsidence, and limit vegetation loss caused by herbivory, all of which can accelerate marsh collapse and reduce habitat quality.
Beyond resilience, the grant emphasizes restoration of ecosystem function, improvements to fish and wildlife habitat, and better fish passage. In practice, that means the combined invasive plant control and hydrologic restoration are intended to support more diverse native marsh vegetation, maintain appropriate water levels and connectivity, and improve the movement of aquatic organisms through the marsh system. Overall, the project is positioned as a collaborative, locally relevant restoration effort in a Hurricane Sandy disaster area that seeks to restore environmental resources while also reducing future flood hazards.
For access issues or questions, the notice provides a contact: Arnold Zinan at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (413-253-8528, arnoldzinan@fws.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "DOI Project #PKR 43 Implement Invasive Plant Control Measures, Parkers River NWR Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief."
Which federal agency is offering this award?
The award is offered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
What type of funding instrument is this?
This opportunity is a cooperative agreement.
What is the purpose of this project?
The project is focused on ecological restoration and risk reduction in areas affected by Hurricane Sandy, with an emphasis on improving salt marsh resilience. It targets two connected issues that undermine marsh health and storm protection benefits: invasive vegetation (specifically common reed) and altered hydrology (surface water drainage and tidal circulation issues).
How much funding is available?
The total award amount is $85,666. The funding floor and ceiling are both $85,666, indicating an exact award amount.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
It was posted on April 28, 2014. The closing date was May 28, 2014.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is May 30, 2014.
Is this an open, competitive grant that anyone can apply for?
No. Although the listing shows eligibility as unrestricted, the announcement clarifies it is a single-source award issued specifically to Dr. David Burdick at the University of New Hampshire (UNH). The notice is primarily for public notification rather than open competition.
Who is the intended recipient of the single-source award?
The intended recipient is Dr. David Burdick at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) in Durham, New Hampshire.
Under what program or framework is this cooperative agreement being made?
The award is made under the North and West Alaska Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) framework, associated with agreement number F13AC00619.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 15.677, which covers Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Activities.
Where will the project work be performed?
Work will be conducted either at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge (referred to in the text as "Parkers River NWR") in Newbury, Massachusetts, or on University of New Hampshire (UNH) properties. This reflects a partnership approach combining refuge field implementation with university expertise and facilities.
What invasive plant is being targeted?
The project targets the invasive common reed, Phragmites australis, which can form dense monocultures and disrupt native marsh plant communities, habitat quality, and water movement.
What hydrology problems is the project trying to address?
The project aims to correct surface water drainage issues by restoring more natural tidal circulation and hydrologic function in the marsh. The goal is to improve circulation in areas that have been impounded or otherwise altered by human infrastructure.
What are "runnels" and how are they used in this project?
Runnels are shallow channels installed across marsh surfaces to improve drainage and circulation. In this project, a series of runnels will be installed to help water move in a way that better mimics natural patterns.
What is "ditch remediation" in the context of this project?
Ditch remediation refers to removing or addressing failing ditches that no longer function as intended and instead contribute to ecological degradation. The project includes ditch remediation actions to move these areas toward more functional marsh conditions.
Why are ditches a concern in the Great Marsh area?
In the Great Marsh area, many ditches were historically created for salt hay farming or mosquito control. Over time, these alterations can contribute to excessive drainage, marsh subsidence, and vegetation changes that reduce the marsh's ability to withstand storms and sea level rise.
What environmental outcomes are expected from the project?
Expected outcomes emphasize resilience and ecosystem services. By improving hydrologic circulation and addressing invasive vegetation, the project aims to protect and strengthen marsh peat integrity, reduce wave-driven erosion, prevent over-drainage and subsidence, limit vegetation loss linked to herbivory, and reduce the risk of marsh collapse.
Why is peat integrity important in this project?
The Great Marsh is described as a peat-based system. Healthy peat helps the marsh resist erosion and provides a natural buffer against wave energy and storm surge.
How does this project relate to fish and wildlife habitat?
The project emphasizes restoring ecosystem function, improving fish and wildlife habitat, and supporting more diverse native marsh vegetation. The combined invasive plant control and hydrologic restoration are intended to help maintain appropriate water levels and connectivity within the marsh system.
Does the project address fish passage?
Yes. The grant highlights improved fish passage as an intended benefit of restoring hydrologic function and connectivity.
How is this project connected to Hurricane Sandy disaster relief?
This cooperative agreement is tied to Hurricane Sandy disaster relief efforts and is associated with CFDA 15.677 (Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Activities). The project is positioned as restoration of environmental resources in a Hurricane Sandy disaster area while also reducing future flood hazards.
Who can be contacted for access issues or questions?
The notice lists Arnold Zinan at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as the contact for access issues or questions. Phone: 413-253-8528. Email: arnoldzinan@fws.gov.
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