Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 14 NERO 0026
Apply for NPS 14 NERO 0026
- The National Park Service in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Freedoms Way Heritage Association Management Plan" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.939 National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 2, 2014 and posted on Jun 2, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 7, 2014 This is NOT a request for applications this is an announcement that an award has already been designated for Freedoms Way Heritage Association for their work on developing their management plan. They will also undertake early action projects that include educational programs, community involvement initiatives, tours and other community outreach and assistance efforts.. (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 $150,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- This is NOT a request for applications this is an announcement that an award has already been designated for Freedoms Way Heritage Association for their work on developing their management plan. They will also undertake early action projects that include educational programs, community involvement initiatives, tours and other community outreach and assistance efforts.
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Opportunity Summary:
The "Freedoms Way Heritage Association Management Plan" notice (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 14 NERO 0026) is a National Park Service announcement describing a cooperative agreement award that has already been selected and designated, rather than an open call for applications. In other words, this posting is informational and administrative: it documents that the Freedoms Way Heritage Association (FWHA) is the intended recipient for federal financial assistance connected to National Heritage Area work under CFDA 15.939. The opportunity was posted on June 2, 2014, carried an original and current closing date of June 7, 2014, and was archived on June 8, 2014, reflecting the fact that it was not meant to solicit competing proposals.
The award supports FWHA in developing a formal management plan and carrying out related early action projects. Those early actions are described as community-facing efforts such as educational programming, initiatives to increase community involvement, tours, and other outreach, assistance, and engagement activities intended to build momentum while the larger management plan is being completed. The funding is structured as a cooperative agreement, which typically signals that the National Park Service expects an active level of collaboration or substantial involvement during the period of performance, rather than a hands-off grant relationship.
Financially, the announcement indicates a single expected award with an estimated total funding amount of $150,000. Both the award ceiling and award floor are listed as $150,000, implying a fixed award amount for this designated recipient. The notice also states that cost sharing or matching is required, meaning FWHA is expected to contribute non-federal resources (cash or eligible in-kind support) in addition to the federal amount, consistent with the terms set out in the agreement and the referenced work plan and budget.
The core deliverables and responsibilities are spelled out as commitments FWHA agrees to undertake. First, FWHA must develop and implement projects associated with the management plan in line with the cooperative agreement, enabling legislation, and the attached FY14 Work Plan and Budget (referenced as Attachment A). Second, FWHA must hold public meetings at least twice per year to support transparency and ensure ongoing public input during both the development phase and the eventual implementation of the management plan. Third, the association must incorporate a broad set of partners into the planning process, specifically including units of local government, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations, reinforcing that the management plan is meant to be collaborative and regionally coordinated rather than produced in isolation.
The announcement also emphasizes compliance obligations that come with federally supported planning and implementation work. FWHA is required to comply with all applicable state and federal laws, specifically calling out the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Along with that, FWHA must prepare any required compliance documentation for review and approval by the National Park Service and/or the relevant state authorities. This signals that even planning and early action activities may trigger environmental review or historic preservation consultation requirements, depending on what is proposed and where activities occur.
Eligibility information is included largely for formality, noting nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education). However, the notice repeatedly clarifies that this is not a competitive funding opportunity and that the award has already been designated for FWHA. For additional information or trouble accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist, with a phone number provided (215-597-9153).
Freedoms Way Heritage Association Management Plan (NPS 14 NERO 0026) - FAQs
What is the "Freedoms Way Heritage Association Management Plan" notice?
It is a National Park Service (NPS) announcement documenting a cooperative agreement award that has already been selected and designated. The posting is informational and administrative rather than an open call for applications.
Is this an open funding opportunity where organizations can apply?
No. The notice states that it is not a competitive funding opportunity and was not meant to solicit competing proposals.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The intended recipient is the Freedoms Way Heritage Association (FWHA).
What federal program is this funding associated with?
The notice ties the financial assistance to National Heritage Area work under CFDA 15.939.
What type of federal assistance instrument is used?
The funding is structured as a cooperative agreement, which typically indicates the National Park Service expects an active level of collaboration or substantial involvement during the period of performance.
How much funding is expected under this announcement?
The announcement indicates a single expected award with an estimated total funding amount of $150,000.
Is the award amount flexible or fixed?
The award ceiling and award floor are both listed as $150,000, implying a fixed award amount for the designated recipient.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The notice states that cost sharing or matching is required, meaning FWHA is expected to contribute non-federal resources (cash and/or eligible in-kind support) in addition to the federal amount, consistent with the cooperative agreement and the referenced work plan and budget.
What is the funding intended to support?
The award supports FWHA in developing a formal management plan and carrying out related early action projects.
What are "early action projects" in this context?
Early actions are described as community-facing efforts such as educational programming, initiatives to increase community involvement, tours, and other outreach, assistance, and engagement activities intended to build momentum while the larger management plan is being completed.
What are FWHA's core deliverables and responsibilities under the award?
The notice describes commitments FWHA agrees to undertake, including: (1) developing and implementing projects associated with the management plan in line with the cooperative agreement, enabling legislation, and the attached FY14 Work Plan and Budget (Attachment A); (2) holding public meetings at least twice per year; and (3) incorporating a broad set of partners into the planning process, including units of local government, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations.
How often are public meetings required?
FWHA must hold public meetings at least twice per year to support transparency and ensure ongoing public input during both the development and implementation of the management plan.
What kinds of partners must be included in the planning process?
The notice specifies that FWHA must incorporate a broad set of partners, specifically including units of local government, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations.
Are there environmental or historic preservation compliance requirements?
Yes. FWHA is required to comply with applicable state and federal laws, specifically including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).
Who prepares required compliance documentation, and who reviews it?
FWHA must prepare any required compliance documentation for review and approval by the National Park Service and/or relevant state authorities.
Can planning and outreach activities still trigger NEPA or NHPA requirements?
Potentially yes. The notice indicates that even planning and early action activities may trigger environmental review or historic preservation consultation requirements, depending on what is proposed and where activities occur.
What were the key posting dates for this notice?
The opportunity was posted on June 2, 2014. The original closing date and current closing date were both June 7, 2014, and it was archived on June 8, 2014.
Why does the notice have a short closing window and then show as archived?
Because it was not intended to solicit applications. The dates reflect that it functioned as an informational record for a designated award rather than a competitive opportunity.
Does the notice list eligibility requirements even though it is not competitive?
Yes, eligibility information is included largely for formality and notes nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education), while also clarifying the award has already been designated for FWHA.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this notice?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NPS 14 NERO 0026.
Who is the point of contact for questions or trouble accessing the full announcement?
The listed point of contact is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist. The phone number provided is 215-597-9153.
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