Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 13 NERO 0105
Apply for NPS 13 NERO 0105
- The National Park 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 "Erie Canalway Heritage Area" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.939 National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 30, 2013 and posted on Jul 30, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 3, 2013 This is not a request for applications this is just an announcement that NPS is continuing its task agreement with the Erie Canalway Heritage Fund, Inc., for their work on the Erie Canalway Heritage Area management plan.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $371,548.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $371,548.00 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.
- This is not a request for applications this is just an announcement that NPS is continuing its task agreement with the Erie Canalway Heritage Fund, Inc., for their work on the Erie Canalway Heritage Area management plan. ECHF agrees to 1. Implement the Management Plan in accordance with the terms of the Agreement and the Legislation as described in Attachment A FY13 Work Plan and Budget. 2. Conduct public meetings at least semiannually regarding the implementation of the Management Plan. 3. Include units of local government, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations in developing a management plan. 4. Comply with all applicable State and Federal laws, including, but not limited to, National Environmental Policy Act and the National Historic Preservation Act. 5. Prepare compliance documents for NPS and/or State approval.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Erie Canalway Heritage Area opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 13 NERO 0105) is a National Park Service (NPS) announcement about continued federal financial assistance under the National Heritage Area program (CFDA 15.939). It is issued as a mandatory cooperative agreement and is not an open call or request for applications. In practical terms, the notice simply documents that NPS is continuing an existing task agreement with the Erie Canalway Heritage Fund, Inc. (ECHF) to carry out work tied to the Erie Canalway Heritage Area Management Plan.
Funding for this action is fixed at an estimated total of $371,548, with an award ceiling and floor both set at $371,548, and the agency anticipates making one award. The notice also states that cost sharing or matching is required, meaning the recipient is expected to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the agreement terms. Although the eligibility category listed is nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), the repeated clarification throughout the announcement makes clear that this is not a competitive opportunity; it is an administrative continuation of work with the existing partner organization rather than a solicitation for new applicants.
The work described centers on implementing the Erie Canalway Heritage Area Management Plan in line with the authorizing legislation and the specific FY13 Work Plan and Budget (referenced as Attachment A). ECHF is expected to hold public meetings at least twice per year to discuss implementation progress, ensuring ongoing community input and transparency. The agreement also emphasizes collaborative planning and coordination, requiring inclusion of local governments, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations in the management plan process and its continued development and execution.
Compliance obligations are a significant part of the continued task agreement. ECHF must follow applicable state and federal laws, explicitly including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). As part of meeting these requirements, ECHF is responsible for preparing compliance documents needed for review and approval by NPS and/or relevant state authorities. The posting date and creation date are July 30, 2013, with an original and current closing date of August 3, 2013, and an archive date of August 4, 2013, reflecting that the announcement was time-bounded even though it did not invite applications.
For questions or help accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist at the National Park Service, reachable by phone at 215-597-9153.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Erie Canalway Heritage Area grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 13 NERO 0105)?
This notice is a National Park Service (NPS) announcement documenting continued federal financial assistance for the Erie Canalway Heritage Area under the National Heritage Area program (CFDA 15.939). It is issued as a mandatory cooperative agreement and describes the continuation of an existing task agreement with the Erie Canalway Heritage Fund, Inc. (ECHF).
Is this an open grant competition or a request for applications?
No. The announcement repeatedly clarifies that it is not an open call and not a request for applications. In practical terms, it serves as an administrative record that NPS is continuing work with an existing partner organization rather than soliciting new applicants.
Who is the intended recipient of this cooperative agreement?
The notice indicates that the continued task agreement is with the Erie Canalway Heritage Fund, Inc. (ECHF) to carry out work tied to the Erie Canalway Heritage Area Management Plan.
What is the program authority or program listing associated with this funding?
The announcement is under the National Heritage Area program and references CFDA 15.939.
How much funding is included in this action?
The estimated total funding is $371,548.
What are the award ceiling and award floor for this opportunity?
Both the award ceiling and the award floor are set at $371,548.
How many awards does NPS anticipate making under this notice?
The agency anticipates making one award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The notice states that cost sharing or matching is required, meaning the recipient is expected to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the cooperative agreement terms.
Who is listed as eligible in the announcement?
The eligibility category listed is nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education). However, the notice also makes clear that this is not a competitive opportunity and is not seeking new applicants.
If my organization is a 501(c)(3), can we apply?
Based on the notice, this is not an open solicitation and does not invite applications. It documents continuation of an existing task agreement with ECHF rather than creating a competitive process for new applicants.
What is the purpose of the work funded by this cooperative agreement?
The work centers on implementing the Erie Canalway Heritage Area Management Plan in line with the authorizing legislation and the specific FY13 Work Plan and Budget referenced as Attachment A.
What planning and coordination expectations are included?
The agreement emphasizes collaborative planning and coordination, including participation by local governments, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations in the management plan process and its continued development and execution.
Are there public engagement requirements?
Yes. ECHF is expected to hold public meetings at least twice per year to discuss implementation progress, supporting ongoing community input and transparency.
What compliance obligations apply to the recipient?
The recipient must follow applicable state and federal laws, explicitly including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).
Who prepares NEPA/NHPA or other compliance documentation under this agreement?
ECHF is responsible for preparing compliance documents needed for review and approval by NPS and/or relevant state authorities, as described in the notice.
What type of award instrument is used?
The announcement specifies a mandatory cooperative agreement.
What are the key dates listed in the announcement?
The posting date and creation date are July 30, 2013. The original and current closing date are August 3, 2013, and the archive date is August 4, 2013.
If the notice had a closing date, why does it still say it is not open for applications?
The dates reflect that the announcement was time-bounded as a public notice, but the text clarifies it was not a request for applications and was used to document a continuation of an existing agreement rather than solicit proposals.
Where can I direct questions or request help accessing the full announcement?
The point of contact listed is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist at the National Park Service. Phone: 215-597-9153.
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