Opportunity Information: Apply for R15AS00039
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- The Bureau of Reclamation in the agriculture environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Fish and Wildlife FOA YAO" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.517 Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 4, 2015 and posted on Mar 4, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 1, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $150,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $60,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: County governments Special district governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities City or township governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Fish and Wildlife FOA - YAO (Funding Opportunity Number R15AS00039) is a discretionary grant competition offered by the Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Region, Yuma Area Office. It was released to support Reclamation's Endangered Species and Environmental Restoration programs for federal fiscal year 2015, covering the period from October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015. The opportunity is rooted in federal conservation authorities, specifically Section 7(a)(1) of the Endangered Species Act (which directs federal agencies to use their authorities to conserve listed species) and the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (which supports the conservation of fish and wildlife resources in connection with federal water projects). In practical terms, Reclamation is looking for on-the-ground and field-based work that improves the agency's ability to conserve threatened and endangered species and restore or enhance key habitats in the Yuma Area Office's scope of work.
The funding priorities are clearly focused on two main needs. First, Reclamation is seeking projects that collect monitoring and research data on the Flat-tailed Horned Lizard (Phrynosoma mcalli). That emphasis suggests proposals could include field surveys, population monitoring, habitat use studies, or other scientifically defensible data collection efforts that help managers understand the species' status, distribution, threats, and habitat conditions. Second, the agency is looking to fund habitat restoration or enhancement work for riparian bird species, specifically the Yuma Clapper Rail and the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher. This portion of the solicitation points toward projects that improve riparian habitat quality, structure, and function, which could include activities like revegetation, invasive species management, hydrology or habitat feature improvements, and other restoration actions aligned with the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act and the needs of these sensitive birds.
Financially, the opportunity lists an estimated total funding amount of $150,000, with an expected three awards. The maximum award amount (award ceiling) is $60,000, and the award floor is listed as $0, meaning smaller proposals may be considered if they are competitive and aligned with the goals. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which can make the program more accessible to applicants that have limited non-federal funding but can still deliver strong conservation outcomes. The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity categories are aligned with agriculture, environment, and natural resources, consistent with species monitoring and habitat restoration work.
Eligibility is limited to public-sector and related entities, including state governments, county and city/township governments, special district governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, and public housing authorities or Indian housing authorities. That eligible applicant list signals that Reclamation is primarily aiming to fund governmental or quasi-governmental partners and public universities that can carry out field research and restoration activities, coordinate with land and wildlife managers, and meet federal grant management expectations.
From an administrative standpoint, the announcement was posted on March 4, 2015, with an application deadline of May 1, 2015, and an archive date of May 30, 2015. The CFDA number associated with the program is 15.517 (Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act). Applicants who needed help accessing the full announcement were directed to contact Susan Erickson, Grant Management Specialist, at serickson@usbr.gov, and additional details were made available through Grants.gov. Overall, the opportunity is a targeted, relatively small grant program designed to produce actionable monitoring data for the Flat-tailed Horned Lizard and tangible riparian habitat improvements for priority bird species, supporting Reclamation's conservation responsibilities in the Yuma area.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Fish and Wildlife FOA - YAO grant opportunity?
The Fish and Wildlife FOA - YAO is a discretionary grant competition offered by the Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Region, Yuma Area Office. Its Funding Opportunity Number is R15AS00039.
What is the purpose of this funding opportunity?
This opportunity supports Reclamation's Endangered Species and Environmental Restoration programs for federal fiscal year 2015. It is intended to fund on-the-ground and field-based work that improves Reclamation's ability to conserve threatened and endangered species and restore or enhance key habitats within the Yuma Area Office scope of work.
What time period does this FOA cover?
The FOA covers the period from October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015 (federal fiscal year 2015).
Which laws or authorities are referenced as the foundation for this FOA?
The opportunity is rooted in Section 7(a)(1) of the Endangered Species Act (directing federal agencies to use their authorities to conserve listed species) and the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (supporting conservation of fish and wildlife resources in connection with federal water projects).
What are the main funding priorities?
The FOA highlights two primary priorities: (1) collecting monitoring and research data on the Flat-tailed Horned Lizard (Phrynosoma mcalli), and (2) habitat restoration or enhancement work for riparian bird species, specifically the Yuma Clapper Rail and the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher.
What types of projects are relevant for Flat-tailed Horned Lizard work?
Projects could include field surveys, population monitoring, habitat use studies, or other scientifically defensible data collection efforts that help managers understand the species' status, distribution, threats, and habitat conditions.
Which bird species are specifically called out for riparian habitat restoration or enhancement?
The FOA specifically identifies the Yuma Clapper Rail and the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher as priority riparian bird species for habitat restoration or enhancement work.
What kinds of activities might fit the riparian habitat restoration or enhancement priority?
The FOA points toward projects that improve riparian habitat quality, structure, and function. Examples referenced include revegetation, invasive species management, hydrology or habitat feature improvements, and other restoration actions aligned with the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act and the needs of these sensitive birds.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The estimated total program funding amount is $150,000.
How many awards does Reclamation expect to make?
The opportunity indicates an expectation of three awards.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $60,000.
What is the minimum award amount (award floor)?
The award floor is listed as $0, which indicates that smaller proposals may be considered if they are competitive and aligned with program goals.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The FOA states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What activity categories does this opportunity align with?
The activity categories are aligned with agriculture, environment, and natural resources, consistent with species monitoring and habitat restoration work.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to the following public-sector and related entities: state governments; county governments; city or township governments; special district governments; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; and public housing authorities or Indian housing authorities.
Are federally recognized tribal governments eligible?
Yes. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments are listed as eligible applicants.
Are public universities eligible to apply?
Yes. Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education are included in the eligible applicant list.
Where can applicants find the official announcement details?
Additional details were made available through Grants.gov, and applicants were directed there for access to the full announcement.
When was the opportunity posted?
The announcement was posted on March 4, 2015.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was May 1, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was May 30, 2015.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The CFDA number associated with the program is 15.517 (Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act).
Which Bureau of Reclamation office is offering this FOA?
The FOA is offered by the Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Region, Yuma Area Office.
Who can be contacted for help accessing the full announcement?
Applicants needing help accessing the full announcement were directed to contact Susan Erickson, Grant Management Specialist, at serickson@usbr.gov.
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