Opportunity Information: Apply for F12AS00152
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- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Flint Hills Spring Migration Shorebird Survey" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.655 Migratory Bird Monitoring, Assessment and Conservation.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 4, 2012 and posted on May 4, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 4, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $20,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $20,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: City or township governments Private institutions of higher education County governments Special district governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Small businesses Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) State governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Independent school districts.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Flint Hills Spring Migration Shorebird Survey (Funding Opportunity Number F12AS00152) is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) discretionary funding opportunity in the Environment and Natural Resources category that supports a spring survey of migrating shorebirds in the Flint Hills region of Kansas and Oklahoma. The award is structured as a Cooperative Agreement, meaning the work is intended to be carried out collaboratively, with both the recipient and USFWS actively involved in planning, implementation, and deliverables. The stated purpose is to conduct shorebird surveys using USFWS protocols so the resulting data are consistent, defensible, and useful for migratory bird monitoring and conservation.
This announcement is specifically a Notice of Intent to make a single expected award to The Nature Conservancy (TNC). Under the planned agreement, TNC is positioned as the project lead and implementer. TNC will maintain overall leadership of the project, guide and provide technical assistance for developing the survey protocol, carry out the actual field survey work, and coordinate with other partners by contacting them, organizing participation, and helping align efforts during implementation. USFWS is not simply a pass-through funder in this arrangement; the agency will provide hands-on support across multiple technical components, including assistance with survey design, development of sampling designs, creation of mapping and other survey-related products, participation in survey implementation as needed, support with data analysis, and help with writing and distributing the final report.
The justification for making this a noncompetitive, single-source award is tied to Department of the Interior policy 505 DM 2.14B, citing three allowable bases: unsolicited proposal, continuation, and unique qualifications. In practical terms, USFWS is stating that TNC approached the agency with a proposal that aligns with federal priority species needs, and that there is a logical continuation from earlier work. The announcement references a 2011 test survey conducted by TNC, during which USFWS provided technical assistance to strengthen the survey and sampling design. USFWS also points to TNCs unique qualifications, including access to relevant sites, staff capacity, technical expertise, and established responsibility in the area, as reasons the work is best carried out by TNC rather than opened to competition.
Funding for the opportunity is modest and targeted. The estimated total funding is $20,000, with an award ceiling of $20,000 and an award floor of $1,000. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement listed. While the eligible applicant list in the posting is broad (including various levels of government, tribes, nonprofits, universities, small businesses, for-profits, and individuals), the practical reality of this particular notice is that USFWS intends to award to TNC as a single-source recipient. Key administrative dates include a posted and creation date of May 4, 2012, an original and current closing date of June 4, 2012, and an archive date of December 31, 2012. The program is associated with CFDA 15.655, Migratory Bird Monitoring, Assessment and Conservation.
For access issues or questions tied to the announcement, the contact listed is Dung Pham at USFWS (303-236-4495, DungPham@fws.gov).
Flint Hills Spring Migration Shorebird Survey (F12AS00152) - FAQs
What is the Flint Hills Spring Migration Shorebird Survey funding opportunity?
This is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) discretionary funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F12AS00152) in the Environment and Natural Resources category. It supports a spring survey of migrating shorebirds in the Flint Hills region of Kansas and Oklahoma.
What is the main purpose of this award?
The purpose is to conduct shorebird surveys using USFWS protocols so the resulting data are consistent, defensible, and useful for migratory bird monitoring and conservation.
What type of award is expected?
The planned award is a Cooperative Agreement. This means the work is intended to be carried out collaboratively, with both the recipient and USFWS actively involved in planning, implementation, and deliverables.
Is this a competitive grant opportunity?
No. This announcement is a Notice of Intent to make a single expected award to The Nature Conservancy (TNC). Although the posting lists broad eligibility categories, the notice states USFWS intends to make a noncompetitive, single-source award to TNC.
Who is the intended recipient?
The intended recipient is The Nature Conservancy (TNC), which is positioned as the project lead and implementer under the planned agreement.
Why is USFWS making a single-source (noncompetitive) award to TNC?
The justification cited is based on Department of the Interior policy 505 DM 2.14B and includes three allowable bases: an unsolicited proposal, continuation of prior work, and unique qualifications. USFWS indicates TNC approached the agency with a proposal aligned with federal priority species needs, the effort logically continues earlier work (including a 2011 test survey), and TNC has unique qualifications such as site access, staff capacity, technical expertise, and established responsibility in the area.
What prior work is referenced in the notice?
The notice references a 2011 test survey conducted by TNC. During that effort, USFWS provided technical assistance to strengthen the survey and sampling design.
What work is TNC expected to perform under the cooperative agreement?
TNC is expected to maintain overall leadership of the project, guide and provide technical assistance for developing the survey protocol, carry out the field survey work, and coordinate with other partners by contacting them, organizing participation, and helping align efforts during implementation.
What role will USFWS play beyond providing funding?
USFWS is expected to provide hands-on support across multiple technical components, including assistance with survey design, development of sampling designs, creation of mapping and other survey-related products, participation in survey implementation as needed, support with data analysis, and help with writing and distributing the final report.
What geographic area does the project focus on?
The project focuses on the Flint Hills region of Kansas and Oklahoma.
What species or resource is being monitored?
The project focuses on migrating shorebirds during the spring migration period, with the intent of contributing to migratory bird monitoring and conservation.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding is $20,000. The award ceiling is $20,000 and the award floor is $1,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost-sharing or matching requirement is listed in the provided information.
What is the CFDA program associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is associated with CFDA 15.655, Migratory Bird Monitoring, Assessment and Conservation.
Who is listed as eligible to apply?
The eligible applicant list in the posting is broad and includes various levels of government, tribes, nonprofits, universities, small businesses, for-profits, and individuals. However, this specific notice indicates USFWS intends to make a single-source award to TNC.
What are the key posting and deadline dates?
The posted date and creation date are May 4, 2012. The original closing date and current closing date are June 4, 2012. The archive date is December 31, 2012.
Where can questions or access issues be directed?
Questions or access issues related to the announcement can be directed to Dung Pham at USFWS by phone at 303-236-4495 or by email at DungPham@fws.gov.
What makes this award a "cooperative agreement" in practical terms?
In practical terms, the notice describes active USFWS involvement in key technical and deliverable-related tasks (survey design, sampling design, mapping products, implementation participation as needed, data analysis support, and report writing/distribution), alongside recipient-led project execution.
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