Opportunity Information: Apply for F15AS00038
Apply for F15AS00038
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Fiscal Year 2015 Recovery Implementation Fund" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.657 Endangered Species Conservation Recovery Implementation Funds.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 5, 2014 and posted on Dec 5, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 31, 2015 Applications are due by July 31, 2015. However, you may submit applications throughout the year. Consideration of applications ultimately will be based on the FWS budget cycle.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- 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.
- Applicants must have a demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the biology of the involved endangered or threatened species in the United States and their ecosystem, including preferably having worked with the species in the field and holding a currently valid Endangered Species Act permit, issued by the FWS, authorizing them to work with these species (or that have previously held a permit to do so). If funding is awarded, applicants that do not currently hold a valid permit for the proposed activity may need to apply for and obtain a permit (http://www.fws.gov/endangered/permits/index.html) before beginning the proposed activity. FWS Regional (or Field Office) contacts will discuss potential proposals with interested parties if needed, and review eligible applications. The FWS Regional Office will refer interested parties to the appropriate FWS Field Office for further consideration as appropriate. For potential proposals submitted directly to the Field Office, the Field Office will conduct the proposal review and selection process. A list of FWS Regional Office contacts is available in the Full Announcement under section VII. Agency Contacts.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Fiscal Year 2015 Recovery Implementation Fund (Funding Opportunity Number F15AS00038) is a competitive federal funding opportunity run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) under the Ecological Services Program. Its core purpose is to support on-the-ground and science-based work that helps recover endangered and threatened species that are managed by FWS within the United States. The program is designed to build the information needed to guide recovery, carry out recovery actions that reduce extinction risk, and ultimately move species toward recovery milestones such as downlisting or delisting under the Endangered Species Act. It also supports efforts that conserve the ecosystems these species depend on and can include work intended to avert future listings by addressing key threats early.
A central requirement is that proposed projects must be tied directly to established, authoritative recovery guidance for the target species. Eligible projects are limited to actions that appear in an approved species recovery plan (including its implementation schedule), actions recommended in a completed five-year status review, actions identified in a Spotlight Species Action Plan, or projects that document how species are responding to climate change. In practical terms, this means applicants should be prepared to cite the exact recovery action or recommendation their project is implementing and explain how the work will contribute to measurable recovery outcomes. Examples of fundable work include collecting or analyzing scientific information necessary for recovery decisions, implementing habitat restoration or threat reduction actions that improve population viability, and undertaking management efforts that directly support recovery objectives. Proposals that focus on species response to climate change are specifically noted as receiving additional consideration, reflecting an emphasis on understanding and addressing climate-driven impacts on listed species and their habitats.
The opportunity is associated with CFDA (now Assistance Listing) 15.657, titled Endangered Species Conservation - Recovery Implementation Funds, and it falls within the Environment and Natural Resources funding activity category. The announcement indicates that awards may be made through cooperative agreements, grants, procurement contracts, or other listed instruments depending on the project and the federal role. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated, which can lower barriers for applicants who may not have access to non-federal match funds. Notably, the public listing shows estimated total funding and award floor/ceiling as zero, which typically means specific funding levels were not posted in the synopsis and applicants should rely on the full announcement and discussions with FWS offices for expectations about available funds and project sizing.
Eligibility is described as broadly open (unrestricted by entity type), with practical constraints tied to capability and legal authorization to work with listed species. Applicants may include states, other federal agencies, landowners, educators, nonprofit organizations, researchers, and other partners, as long as they can demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the biology of the involved endangered or threatened species and their ecosystems. FWS indicates a preference for applicants with direct field experience working with the species. Because many activities involving listed species require authorization under the Endangered Species Act, applicants are ideally expected to hold a currently valid FWS ESA permit for the proposed work, or to have held one previously. If an applicant does not currently have a valid permit for the proposed activities, they may need to apply for and obtain the appropriate permit before beginning work, even if funding is awarded.
The program scope is limited to species managed by FWS, and it explicitly excludes projects for species managed by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), which shares Endangered Species Act responsibility for certain species such as sea turtles. The summary clarifies the split in responsibilities for sea turtles as an example: FWS is responsible when sea turtles are on land, while NMFS is responsible when they are in the water. As a result, projects that fall under NMFS management are not included in this funding opportunity, and applicants need to ensure their proposed work aligns with FWS jurisdiction and species responsibility.
Timing and submission details emphasize flexibility but also a firm deadline for consideration within the fiscal cycle. The posting date is December 5, 2014, and applications are due by July 31, 2015, though applicants may submit throughout the year. Even with rolling submissions, the final consideration is tied to the FWS budget cycle, so earlier coordination and submission can matter for funding availability. The archive date is October 31, 2015. For proposal development and fit, FWS notes that regional or field office contacts can discuss potential proposals with interested parties and review eligible applications. In some cases the regional office will route applicants to the appropriate field office; if proposals are sent directly to a field office, that office may conduct the review and selection process.
For full details, applicants are directed to Grants.gov and advised to search using CFDA number 15.657 to locate the full announcement. The listed point of contact for access issues is Kelly Niland at 703-358-2492 or KellyNiland@fws.gov.
Fiscal Year 2015 Recovery Implementation Fund (F15AS00038) - FAQs
What is the Fiscal Year 2015 Recovery Implementation Fund (F15AS00038)?
It is a competitive federal funding opportunity administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) under the Ecological Services Program. It supports on-the-ground and science-based efforts that help recover endangered and threatened species managed by FWS within the United States.
What is the main goal of this funding opportunity?
The goal is to reduce extinction risk and move species toward recovery milestones (such as downlisting or delisting under the Endangered Species Act). The program supports building the information needed to guide recovery decisions and implementing recovery actions that improve population viability and address key threats.
What types of projects are eligible for funding?
Eligible projects are limited to actions that are directly tied to established, authoritative recovery guidance for the target species. Examples described include:
- Collecting or analyzing scientific information necessary for recovery decisions
- Implementing habitat restoration or threat-reduction actions that improve population viability
- Management efforts that directly support recovery objectives
- Projects documenting how species are responding to climate change
What recovery guidance must a project be tied to?
Proposed projects must tie directly to at least one of the following, as described in the opportunity summary:
- An approved species recovery plan (including the implementation schedule)
- Actions recommended in a completed five-year status review
- Actions identified in a Spotlight Species Action Plan
- Projects that document how species are responding to climate change
Do I have to cite specific recovery actions or recommendations in my application?
Yes. Applicants are expected to cite the exact recovery action or recommendation being implemented and explain how the proposed work will contribute to measurable recovery outcomes.
Are climate change-related projects eligible?
Yes. Projects that document how species are responding to climate change are explicitly listed as eligible, and proposals focused on species response to climate change are noted as receiving additional consideration.
Does the program support ecosystem conservation work?
Yes. The summary states the opportunity supports efforts that conserve the ecosystems endangered and threatened species depend on, as part of moving species toward recovery.
Can projects be aimed at preventing future ESA listings?
Yes. The program can include work intended to avert future listings by addressing key threats early, as described in the opportunity overview.
Which agency runs this opportunity?
The opportunity is run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) under the Ecological Services Program.
What is the CFDA (Assistance Listing) number for this program?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA (now Assistance Listing) 15.657, titled "Endangered Species Conservation - Recovery Implementation Funds."
What funding category does this opportunity fall under?
It is listed under the Environment and Natural Resources funding activity category.
What award instruments might be used?
The announcement indicates awards may be made through cooperative agreements, grants, procurement contracts, or other listed instruments, depending on the project and the federal role.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is stated in the information provided.
How much funding is available per award?
The public listing shows estimated total funding and award floor/ceiling as zero, which typically indicates specific funding levels were not posted in the synopsis. Applicants are advised to rely on the full announcement and discussions with FWS offices for expectations about available funds and project sizing.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as broadly open (unrestricted by entity type). The summary notes applicants may include states, other federal agencies, landowners, educators, nonprofit organizations, researchers, and other partners, as long as they can demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding of the biology of the species and its ecosystem.
Does FWS have any applicant experience preferences?
Yes. FWS indicates a preference for applicants with direct field experience working with the species.
Do applicants need an Endangered Species Act (ESA) permit?
Many activities involving listed species require authorization under the Endangered Species Act. Applicants are ideally expected to hold a currently valid FWS ESA permit for the proposed work, or to have held one previously.
What if an applicant does not currently have the required ESA permit?
If an applicant does not currently have a valid permit for the proposed activities, they may need to apply for and obtain the appropriate permit before beginning work, even if funding is awarded.
Are projects for all listed species eligible?
No. The scope is limited to species managed by FWS and explicitly excludes projects for species managed by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS).
Are NMFS-managed species eligible under this opportunity?
No. Projects for species under NMFS management are not included in this funding opportunity. Applicants need to ensure their proposed work aligns with FWS jurisdiction and species responsibility.
How does this apply to sea turtles?
The summary uses sea turtles as an example of split responsibilities: FWS is responsible when sea turtles are on land, while NMFS is responsible when they are in the water. Proposed work needs to fall under FWS responsibility to fit this opportunity.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The posting date listed is December 5, 2014.
What is the application deadline?
Applications are due by July 31, 2015.
Is submission rolling, or only allowed at the deadline?
The opportunity indicates applicants may submit throughout the year, but there is a firm deadline (July 31, 2015) for consideration within the fiscal cycle.
Does it matter if we apply earlier than the deadline?
Yes. Even with flexibility to submit throughout the year, final consideration is tied to the FWS budget cycle, so earlier coordination and submission can matter for funding availability.
When does this opportunity archive?
The archive date listed is October 31, 2015.
Should applicants coordinate with FWS before submitting?
Yes. FWS notes that regional or field office contacts can discuss potential proposals with interested parties and review eligible applications to help with proposal development and fit.
Who reviews proposals: the regional office or a field office?
The summary states that in some cases the regional office will route applicants to the appropriate field office. If proposals are sent directly to a field office, that office may conduct the review and selection process.
Where can I find the full announcement?
Applicants are directed to Grants.gov and advised to search using CFDA number 15.657 to locate the full announcement.
Who should I contact for Grants.gov access issues?
The listed point of contact for access issues is Kelly Niland at 703-358-2492 or KellyNiland@fws.gov.
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