Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 12 NERO 0036
Apply for NPS 12 NERO 0036
- The National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY 12/13 Work Plan Support for Captain John Smith NHT and Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.935 National Trails System Projects.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 12, 2012 and posted on Jun 12, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 18, 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 $169,500.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $169,500.00 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.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Park Service (NPS) funding opportunity titled "FY 12/13 Work Plan Support for Captain John Smith NHT and Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network" (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 12 NERO 0036) is a discretionary grant offered as a cooperative agreement to support natural resource and conservation work connected to the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail (often abbreviated as CAJO), broader Chesapeake Bay large landscape conservation priorities, and ongoing assistance to the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network. In practical terms, the award is intended to help advance trail-related development and coordination efforts, strengthen conservation initiatives across the wider Chesapeake landscape, and provide program support for the Gateways and Watertrails Network, which links visitors to natural, cultural, and recreational sites and water routes throughout the region.
This opportunity was structured as a single award with a fixed funding level. The total estimated funding was $169,500, and both the award ceiling and award floor were also set at $169,500, indicating that the NPS anticipated making one cooperative agreement for that exact amount rather than a range of possible award sizes. Because the instrument type is a cooperative agreement, the project would typically involve substantial federal involvement beyond a standard grant, such as ongoing collaboration, technical assistance, coordinated planning, or shared implementation responsibilities between NPS and the recipient while the work plan activities are carried out.
The program is associated with CFDA number 15.935, National Trails System Projects, signaling alignment with federal efforts to support trail systems and related planning, development, and stewardship activities. A cost sharing or matching requirement applied, meaning the recipient would be expected to contribute non-federal resources toward the project, such as cash, allowable in-kind services, staff time, partner contributions, or other approved match sources, according to the terms negotiated in the agreement and consistent with federal grant rules.
Eligibility for the award was limited to nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education. That restriction indicates the NPS was seeking to partner with a nonprofit entity capable of carrying out regional coordination and program support work, likely one with experience in conservation partnerships, trail or watertrail development, outreach, or stewardship initiatives tied to the Chesapeake Bay region and its connected sites.
Timing-wise, the notice was posted on June 12, 2012, created the same day, and had an original and current closing date of June 18, 2012, reflecting a short application window. The opportunity was later archived on July 18, 2012. For assistance with accessing the full announcement electronically, the listed contact was Peggy Wall, Administrative Officer, reachable by phone at 410-260-2473.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this National Park Service (NPS) funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "FY 12/13 Work Plan Support for Captain John Smith NHT and Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NPS 12 NERO 0036.
What type of funding is being offered?
This is a discretionary funding opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement typically involves substantial federal involvement beyond what is expected in a standard grant. Based on the notice, this could include ongoing collaboration, technical assistance, coordinated planning, or shared implementation responsibilities between the NPS and the recipient during work plan execution.
What is the purpose of the award?
The award is intended to support natural resource and conservation work connected to the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail (CAJO), broader Chesapeake Bay large landscape conservation priorities, and ongoing assistance to the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network.
What kinds of activities is the funding intended to advance?
In practical terms, the award is intended to help advance trail-related development and coordination efforts, strengthen conservation initiatives across the wider Chesapeake landscape, and provide program support for the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network, which links visitors to natural, cultural, and recreational sites and water routes throughout the region.
Which program or federal assistance listing is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is associated with CFDA number 15.935, National Trails System Projects.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The total estimated funding is $169,500.
Is there a minimum or maximum award amount?
Yes. The award ceiling is $169,500 and the award floor is also $169,500, meaning the notice anticipated an award at that exact amount.
Is this opportunity expected to fund more than one award?
No. The opportunity was structured as a single award with a fixed funding level, indicating the NPS anticipated making one cooperative agreement for $169,500 rather than multiple awards or a range of award sizes.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applied, meaning the recipient would be expected to contribute non-federal resources toward the project.
What types of contributions can count toward the match?
The notice indicates match could include non-federal resources such as cash, allowable in-kind services, staff time, partner contributions, or other approved match sources, subject to the terms negotiated in the agreement and consistent with federal grant rules.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status.
Are institutions of higher education eligible to apply?
No. Institutions of higher education were excluded from eligibility.
When was the opportunity posted?
The notice was posted on June 12, 2012, and it was created the same day.
What was the application deadline?
The original closing date was June 18, 2012, and the current closing date was also June 18, 2012.
How long was the application window?
Based on the posted date (June 12, 2012) and closing date (June 18, 2012), the application window was very short.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on July 18, 2012.
What geographic or program focus does this opportunity relate to?
The opportunity relates to work connected to the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail (CAJO), Chesapeake Bay large landscape conservation priorities, and the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network.
What is the role of the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network in this funding opportunity?
The award includes program support for the Gateways and Watertrails Network, described as linking visitors to natural, cultural, and recreational sites and water routes throughout the region.
Who can be contacted for help accessing the full announcement electronically?
The listed contact is Peggy Wall, Administrative Officer.
What is the phone number for the listed contact?
Peggy Wall can be reached by phone at 410-260-2473.
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