Opportunity Information: Apply for NPSNOIP11AC80257
Apply for NPSNOIP11AC80257
- The National Park Service in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Five Year Cooperative Agreement with Washington Conservation Corps" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.931 Conservation Activities by Youth Service Organizations.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 26, 2011 and posted on May 26, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 2, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Washington Conservation Corps
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
This opportunity is a five-year cooperative agreement that the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS), intends to award on a single-source, non-competitive basis to the Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) in Olympia, Washington. The NPS is using Department of the Interior policy (505 DM 2) to justify a sole-source award based on WCC's unique qualifications. The announcement is strictly a public notice of intent to fund work without full and open competition and is not a request for applications from the general public.
The purpose of the agreement centers on conservation and youth engagement activities within National Park Service units in Washington State, with particular emphasis on outcomes that align with NPS youth program goals. The NPS highlights how youth programs can help young Americans understand the value of protecting and preserving cultural and natural resources in the National Park System. A key theme is expanding access for youth from a range of social and economic backgrounds, including those who might not otherwise have opportunities to visit or work in a national park. Alongside conservation benefits, the program is framed as a workforce development pathway, giving participants practical training, job skills, and experience while reinforcing stewardship and preservation values.
Olympic National Park is specifically mentioned as seeking to provide economic stimulus to local communities, and WCC is presented as a strong fit because it is a Washington State organization that primarily employs local young adults ages 18 to 25. The NPS describes WCC's mission, conserving and enhancing Washington's natural resources while providing meaningful work and service experiences for young adults, as closely compatible with the NPS mission and programming.
WCC is characterized as uniquely qualified for several reasons: its local presence, its technical expertise, the preparedness of its crews, and its ability to provide cost sharing. The cost sharing component is tied to AmeriCorps grants that help support annual and six-month crew agreements, which is why the funding notice lists a cost-sharing or matching requirement. Operationally, WCC crews are described as consisting of five laborers plus a crew leader, and they come equipped with their own transportation and tools, reducing logistical burden on park units. The NPS also points to WCC's long track record, noting roughly fifteen years of cooperation with the agency, as further support for why WCC is the selected partner.
From the funding details provided, the opportunity is categorized as a discretionary cooperative agreement in the environmental program area, with an expectation of one award. The CFDA number is 15.931, Conservation Activities by Youth Service Organizations. The award ceiling is listed at $500,000 and the award floor is $0, indicating the total amount can vary up to that maximum depending on the final agreement structure. The funding opportunity number is NPSNOIP11AC80257, and the posting and creation date is May 26, 2011, with a closing date of June 2, 2011 and an archive date of July 2, 2011. Eligibility is effectively limited to the Washington Conservation Corps, which reinforces that this notice functions as documentation of a planned sole-source action rather than an open competition.
For technical issues accessing the full announcement, the notice directs inquiries to Susan Velie, Contract Specialist at Olympic National Park, at 360-565-3114.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this grant opportunity?
This is a five-year cooperative agreement the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS), intends to award for conservation and youth engagement activities in National Park Service units in Washington State.
Is this an open funding opportunity where anyone can apply?
No. The announcement is a public notice of intent to make a single-source, non-competitive award and is not a request for applications from the general public.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The National Park Service intends to award the cooperative agreement to the Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) in Olympia, Washington.
How many awards does NPS expect to make?
The notice indicates an expectation of one award.
Why is this being issued as a sole-source (non-competitive) award?
NPS states it is relying on Department of the Interior policy (505 DM 2) to justify a sole-source award based on WCC's unique qualifications, and the notice serves as documentation of a planned sole-source action rather than an open competition.
What is the main purpose of the cooperative agreement?
The agreement focuses on conservation and youth engagement activities within National Park Service units in Washington State, with emphasis on outcomes that align with NPS youth program goals.
What youth-related outcomes is NPS trying to achieve?
NPS emphasizes helping young Americans understand the value of protecting and preserving cultural and natural resources in the National Park System, while expanding access for youth from a range of social and economic backgrounds, including youth who might not otherwise have opportunities to visit or work in a national park.
How does this work connect to workforce development?
The program is described as a workforce development pathway that provides practical training, job skills, and experience while reinforcing stewardship and preservation values.
Which park is specifically mentioned in the notice?
Olympic National Park is specifically mentioned.
Does the notice mention any community or local economic impacts?
Yes. Olympic National Park is described as seeking to provide economic stimulus to local communities, and WCC is presented as a strong fit because it is a Washington State organization that primarily employs local young adults.
Who typically participates in WCC crews for this work?
The notice states WCC primarily employs local young adults ages 18 to 25.
How are WCC crews structured and what do they provide operationally?
WCC crews are described as consisting of five laborers plus a crew leader. They come equipped with their own transportation and tools, which reduces logistical burden on park units.
What reasons does NPS give for WCC being uniquely qualified?
NPS cites WCC's local presence, technical expertise, preparedness of its crews, ability to provide cost sharing, and a long record of cooperation with NPS (roughly fifteen years) as support for selecting WCC.
What is meant by “cost sharing” or a “matching requirement” in this notice?
The notice ties cost sharing to AmeriCorps grants that help support annual and six-month crew agreements. This is presented as the reason the funding notice lists a cost-sharing or matching requirement.
What is the program area and assistance type listed for this opportunity?
The opportunity is categorized as a discretionary cooperative agreement in the environmental program area.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 15.931, Conservation Activities by Youth Service Organizations.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is NPSNOIP11AC80257.
What is the maximum funding amount available under this notice?
The award ceiling is listed at $500,000.
What does it mean that the award floor is $0?
The award floor is listed as $0, indicating the total amount can vary up to the $500,000 maximum depending on the final agreement structure.
What are the key dates for this notice?
The posting and creation date is May 26, 2011. The closing date is June 2, 2011. The archive date is July 2, 2011.
Who is eligible to receive this award?
Eligibility is effectively limited to the Washington Conservation Corps (WCC), consistent with the notice being a single-source, non-competitive intent to fund.
Who should be contacted for technical issues accessing the full announcement?
For technical issues accessing the full announcement, the notice directs inquiries to Susan Velie, Contract Specialist at Olympic National Park, at 360-565-3114.
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Environment
Next opportunity: Monitoring of grassland vegetation
Previous opportunity: AmeriCorps Summer Intern Conservation Pilot
USGrants.org Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for NPSNOIP11AC80257
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (NPSNOIP11AC80257) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Historic Structure Analysis of Bowman Hite House and Bank Barn, Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Parks Apply for NPS NOIR4240110002 Funding Number: NPS NOIR4240110002 Agency: National Park Service Category: Environment Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| FY11 Region 04 Wetland Program Development Grants Apply for EPA REG04 11 WPDG Funding Number: EPA REG04 11 WPDG Agency: Environmental Protection Agency Category: Environment Funding Amount: $600,000 |
| Youth Environmental Outdoor Education and Camps Apply for BLM WO NOI L11AS00115 Funding Number: BLM WO NOI L11AS00115 Agency: Bureau of Land Management Category: Environment Funding Amount: $60,000 |
| EPA School Integrated Pest Management Grants Apply for EPA OPP 11 002 Funding Number: EPA OPP 11 002 Agency: Environmental Protection Agency Category: Environment Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| FY11 Region 1 Wetland Program Development Grants Apply for EPA REG1 WPDG 2011 Funding Number: EPA REG1 WPDG 2011 Agency: Environmental Protection Agency Category: Environment Funding Amount: $300,000 |
| FY11 Region 3 Wetland Program Development Grants Apply for EPA REG03 EAD 11 08 Funding Number: EPA REG03 EAD 11 08 Agency: Environmental Protection Agency Category: Environment Funding Amount: $750,000 |
| San Francisco Bay JV Administration Apply for FWS R8 80211BG104 Funding Number: FWS R8 80211BG104 Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service Category: Environment Funding Amount: $428,872 |
| FY 2011 TRIBAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE PROJECT Apply for EPA OSWER ORCR 11 04 Funding Number: EPA OSWER ORCR 11 04 Agency: Environmental Protection Agency Category: Environment Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| FY 2011 HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR TRIBES Apply for EPA OSWER ORCR 11 02 Funding Number: EPA OSWER ORCR 11 02 Agency: Environmental Protection Agency Category: Environment Funding Amount: $79,750 |
| Middle Rio Grande Endangered Species Act Collaborative Program Restoration of Habitat Benefitting the Rio Grande Silvery Minnow and the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Apply for R11SF40015 Funding Number: R11SF40015 Agency: Bureau of Reclamation Upper Colorado Region Category: Environment Funding Amount: $1,500,000 |
| BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION OF PUBLIC LANDS IN THE BRAZILIAN AMAZON Apply for RFA 512 11 000003 Funding Number: RFA 512 11 000003 Agency: Brazil USAID Brasilia Category: Environment Funding Amount: $6,000,000 |
| Salmonid Spawning and Rearing Habitat Restoration Work in Central Valley Project (CVP) Rivers Apply for R11AS20008 Funding Number: R11AS20008 Agency: Bureau of Reclamation Mid Pacific Region Category: Environment Funding Amount: $93,423 |
| Peer Review of Groundwater Models used in Californias Central Valley Apply for R11AS20012 Funding Number: R11AS20012 Agency: Bureau of Reclamation Mid Pacific Region Category: Environment Funding Amount: $20,000 |
| Gravity Monitoring of the Lower Santa Cruz River Enhanced Potential Recharge Study Apply for R11SF32000022 Funding Number: R11SF32000022 Agency: Bureau of Reclamation Lower Colorado Region Category: Environment Funding Amount: $23,500 |
| Monitoring to Estimate Trends in the Presence and Abundance of Colonial Nesting Seabird Populations on the Kenai Fjords Coast. Apply for P11AT36065 Funding Number: P11AT36065 Agency: National Park Service Category: Environment Funding Amount: $140,000 |
| White Nose Syndrome Research Apply for FWS R5 ES 12 001 Funding Number: FWS R5 ES 12 001 Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service Category: Environment Funding Amount: $350,000 |
| Tourism for Biodiversty Program Apply for USAID UGANDA 617 PRESOLICITATION 01 2012 Funding Number: USAID UGANDA 617 PRESOLICITATION 01 2012 Agency: Uganda USAID Kampala Category: Environment Funding Amount: $10,000,000 |
| Piping Plover Restoration Apply for FWS R5 ES 13 025 Funding Number: FWS R5 ES 13 025 Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service Category: Environment Funding Amount: $50,000 |
| Restoration of Atlantic Salmon in Lake Champlain Apply for F13AS00120 Funding Number: F13AS00120 Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service Category: Environment Funding Amount: $170,274 |
| Collect Oral History Interviews in the Upper Tanana Region for Project Jukebox Year 3 Apply for P13AS00093 Funding Number: P13AS00093 Agency: National Park Service Category: Environment Funding Amount: $26,674 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Subscribe to Leads
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "NPSNOIP11AC80257", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.