Opportunity Information: Apply for M14AS00002
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- The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Fiscal Year 14 Environmental Studies Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.423 Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) Environmental Studies Program (ESP).
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 13, 2014 and posted on Dec 19, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 31, 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 $800,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $250,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Fiscal Year 14 Environmental Studies Program opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number M14AS00002) is a targeted Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) funding announcement under the BOEM Environmental Studies Program (CFDA 15.423). BOEM is the federal agency responsible for overseeing exploration and development of offshore resources in a way that balances energy needs and economic development with environmental protection. This funding aligns with that mission by supporting environmental research and data collection that inform offshore energy decisions, environmental reviews, and long-term stewardship.
This announcement is not a general, open call for proposals. Instead, it functions more like a notice of intent to fund two specific, predefined projects with the identified university partners or eligible groups tied to those projects. In other words, BOEM is not requesting competing proposals from the broader public for new ideas under this announcement, and it explicitly states that no other proposals are being requested at this time. BOEM notes, however, that additional opportunities could be announced in the future under similar mechanisms.
The opportunity anticipates making two awards, using a cooperative agreement as the primary funding instrument (with the exception of any work performed by federal staff). A cooperative agreement means BOEM expects to be substantially involved in the work, not simply providing funding and receiving a final report. The announcement highlights that BOEM scientists will participate in aspects of study development and/or study execution, reflecting a hands-on federal role in shaping methods, reviewing progress, and helping ensure the research products meet management needs.
The two projects identified are: (1) Testing and Assessment of the Effects of an Oil Spill on Coastal Archaeological Sites, associated with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette through the Gulf Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU), and (2) Coral Reef Ocean Acidification Sentinel Site in the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary: Data Collection and Analysis, associated with Texas A&M University, College Station, also through a CESU arrangement. Together, these projects reflect BOEMs interest in understanding offshore and coastal impacts from energy-related risks and changing ocean conditions, including spill-related threats to cultural resources and the longer-term effects of ocean acidification on sensitive reef ecosystems in the Gulf of Mexico.
Funding details indicate an estimated total program amount of $800,000, with individual award amounts expected to fall between an award floor of $100,000 and an award ceiling of $250,000. The opportunity is categorized under the Environment activity area, and it does not require cost sharing or matching. Eligible applicants are listed as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, consistent with the named university project partners and the CESU framework referenced in the announcement.
Key dates in the posting include an initial posted date of December 19, 2013, a creation date of March 13, 2014, an original closing date of February 18, 2014, and a current closing date of March 31, 2014, with an archive date of April 30, 2014. The announcement also provides an application access note directing users to the APPLICATION PACKAGE tab and associated instructions, and it lists a point of contact for access issues: Dominique Bruce (703-787-1342, Dominique.Bruce@bsee.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is the Fiscal Year 14 Environmental Studies Program opportunity.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is M14AS00002.
Which federal program and CFDA number does this relate to?
The announcement is under the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) Environmental Studies Program, with CFDA 15.423.
Which agency is offering this opportunity and what is its mission?
The opportunity is offered by BOEM. BOEM oversees exploration and development of offshore resources in a way that balances energy needs and economic development with environmental protection. The funding supports environmental research and data collection to inform offshore energy decisions, environmental reviews, and long-term stewardship.
Is this a general, open call for proposals?
No. This is not a general open call. It is described as a targeted announcement and functions like a notice of intent to fund two specific, predefined projects with identified university partners (or eligible groups tied to those projects). BOEM explicitly states that no other proposals are being requested at this time.
Are competing proposals from the broader public being accepted?
No. The announcement indicates BOEM is not requesting competing proposals for new ideas under this opportunity and is not requesting other proposals at this time.
Could BOEM announce similar opportunities in the future?
Yes. BOEM notes that additional opportunities could be announced in the future under similar mechanisms.
How many awards does BOEM anticipate making?
The opportunity anticipates making two awards.
What funding instrument will be used?
BOEM expects to use a cooperative agreement as the primary funding instrument, with the exception of any work performed by federal staff.
What does it mean that the awards are cooperative agreements?
A cooperative agreement means BOEM expects substantial involvement in the work, not just providing funding and receiving a final report. The announcement states that BOEM scientists will participate in aspects of study development and/or study execution.
What kinds of involvement does BOEM expect to have in the projects?
The announcement indicates BOEM scientists will participate in study development and/or execution, reflecting a hands-on federal role in shaping methods, reviewing progress, and helping ensure the research products meet BOEM management needs.
What is the total estimated amount available under this announcement?
The estimated total program amount is $800,000.
What is the expected award size range?
Individual award amounts are expected to be between $100,000 (award floor) and $250,000 (award ceiling).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states that cost sharing or matching is not required.
What activity area does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity is categorized under the Environment activity area.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, consistent with the named university project partners and the CESU framework referenced in the announcement.
What projects has BOEM identified for funding under this announcement?
Two projects are identified:
- Testing and Assessment of the Effects of an Oil Spill on Coastal Archaeological Sites (associated with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette through the Gulf Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)).
- Coral Reef Ocean Acidification Sentinel Site in the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary: Data Collection and Analysis (associated with Texas A&M University, College Station, also through a CESU arrangement).
Why are these topics being funded?
The projects reflect BOEM interest in understanding offshore and coastal impacts from energy-related risks and changing ocean conditions. The announcement highlights spill-related threats to cultural resources (coastal archaeological sites) and longer-term effects of ocean acidification on sensitive reef ecosystems in the Gulf of Mexico.
Which institutions are associated with the two identified projects?
The projects are associated with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and Texas A&M University (College Station), each referenced through CESU arrangements.
What is the relevance of the CESU framework in this announcement?
The announcement ties the identified university partners to Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) arrangements (including the Gulf Coast CESU for the Louisiana project), indicating the projects and partners are structured within that framework.
What are the key dates listed for this opportunity?
- Posted date: December 19, 2013
- Creation date: March 13, 2014
- Original closing date: February 18, 2014
- Current closing date: March 31, 2014
- Archive date: April 30, 2014
Where does the announcement say to access the application materials?
The announcement includes an application access note directing users to the APPLICATION PACKAGE tab and associated instructions.
Who should be contacted if there are issues accessing the application package?
For access issues, the announcement lists Dominique Bruce at (703) 787-1342 or Dominique.Bruce@bsee.gov.
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