Opportunity Information: Apply for NOAA NFA NFAPO 2014 2003949
Apply for NOAA NFA NFAPO 2014 2003949
- The Department of Commerce in the environment science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY 2014 2015 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 11.469 Congressionally Identified Awards and Projects.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 25, 2014 and posted on Dec 9, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 30, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligible applicants may be institutions of higher education, nonprofits, commercial organizations, international or foreign organizations or governments, individuals, state, local and Indian Tribal governments. Eligibility also depends on the statutory authority that permits NOAA to fund the proposed activity. Refer to the CFDA in order to determine an applicants eligibility. If the applicant is a university that has a NOAA Joint or Cooperative Institute (CI), the institution is encouraged to submit an application that will be associated with the CI. The application must specify the name of the CI, its most recent award number, and the NOAA approved research theme applicable to the work to be performed in the project narrative. The application will use the facilities and administrative rate (FA or Indirect Cost Rate) associated with most recent CI award.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2014 to FY 2015 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), issued by the Department of Commerce through NOAA (Funding Opportunity Number NOAA-NFA-NFAPO-2014-2003949), is a standing request for proposals aimed at supporting special projects and programs that align with NOAA's strategic plan and mission goals. Rather than functioning like a typical single-topic grant competition, this BAA serves as a flexible entry point for a wide range of activities NOAA may want to support, including research, education, outreach, innovative demonstration projects, or certain sponsorship-type efforts. It is specifically intended to capture worthwhile ideas that do not fit neatly into NOAA's existing competitive discretionary grant programs, while still advancing NOAA priorities in environmental science, technology, and related research and development areas.
A key point in this announcement is what it is not designed to do. NOAA makes clear that the BAA is not a vehicle for congressionally directed spending and is not meant to extend or replicate already funded awards. In practice, that means applicants should treat this opportunity as a pathway for new, mission-relevant concepts that NOAA might support under discretionary assistance authorities, not as a workaround for earmarks or a mechanism to continue a current award outside its normal renewal structure.
The notice also emphasizes funding uncertainty. While the BAA covers a multi-year window tied to Fiscal Years 2014 and 2015, any actual awards depend entirely on the availability of appropriated funds. NOAA explicitly states that funds had not yet been appropriated for potential activities at the time of the notice, and that publication of the announcement does not obligate NOAA to review submitted applications, make any particular award, or commit any funds. This is an important framing for applicants: submission does not guarantee review or selection, and even strong proposals may not be funded if appropriations or internal priorities shift.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity allows awards to be made as either grants or cooperative agreements, depending on the expected level of NOAA involvement in the project. The funding listing shows an award ceiling and floor of $0, which generally indicates that specific funding levels are not pre-set in the announcement and may vary widely by project, office, and availability of funds. The posted date is December 9, 2013, with a closing date of September 30, 2015 (and an archive date of October 30, 2015), reflecting that this BAA remained open for submissions through that period rather than operating as a short, single-deadline competition.
Eligibility is broad and includes institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, commercial (for-profit) organizations, international or foreign organizations or governments, individuals, and state, local, and federally recognized Tribal governments. However, NOAA notes that eligibility can also depend on the specific statutory authority tied to the funding and that applicants should consult the relevant CFDA information to confirm whether they are eligible for support under the authority used for the proposed activity. The CFDA number referenced in the listing is 11.469 (Congressionally Identified Awards and Projects), although the BAA text itself reiterates that it is not intended to award congressionally directed funds, underscoring that applicants need to pay attention to the underlying authority and NOAA's stated intent when shaping a proposal.
The announcement includes a specific note for universities that host a NOAA Joint or Cooperative Institute (CI). Those institutions are encouraged to submit applications associated with their CI, and the proposal must identify the CI name, the most recent award number, and the applicable NOAA-approved research theme in the project narrative. In addition, the application is expected to use the facilities and administrative (F&A) or indirect cost rate tied to the institution's most recent CI award. This requirement signals NOAA's intent to route certain university-based work through established CI structures when applicable, likely to ensure alignment with approved themes and existing administrative arrangements.
Overall, this BAA functions as a NOAA-wide mechanism for soliciting mission-aligned proposals that may fall outside standard program competitions, spanning activities in environmental science, technology development, research, and related education and outreach. It offers broad applicant eligibility and flexible project scope, but it also carries clear caveats: projects must align with NOAA strategic goals, awards depend on available appropriations, and NOAA retains full discretion regarding whether to review proposals or make awards during the open period. For access issues with the full announcement, the contact listed is Michele Pollard at NOAA.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)?
The FY 2014 to FY 2015 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from the Department of Commerce, NOAA (Funding Opportunity Number NOAA-NFA-NFAPO-2014-2003949) is a standing request for proposals to support special projects and programs that advance NOAA's strategic plan and mission goals. It is designed as a flexible entry point for a wide range of NOAA-relevant activities, rather than a single-topic grant competition.
How is this BAA different from a typical grant competition?
Unlike a typical discretionary grant program with a defined topic area and a single deadline, this BAA is meant to capture worthwhile ideas that do not fit neatly into NOAA's existing competitive discretionary grant programs. It remained open for submissions across a multi-year window and can support many types of activities aligned with NOAA priorities.
What types of projects does NOAA intend to support under this BAA?
The announcement indicates NOAA may support a broad mix of activities aligned with its mission goals, including research, education, outreach, innovative demonstration projects, and certain sponsorship-type efforts, particularly in environmental science, technology, and related research and development areas.
What is this BAA not intended to support?
NOAA states the BAA is not a vehicle for congressionally directed spending and is not meant to extend or replicate already funded awards. Applicants should treat it as a pathway for new, mission-relevant concepts rather than a workaround for earmarks or a method to continue a current award outside normal renewal processes.
Does submitting an application guarantee it will be reviewed or funded?
No. NOAA explicitly notes that publication of the BAA does not obligate NOAA to review submitted applications, make any particular award, or commit any funds. Submission does not guarantee review, selection, or funding.
Is funding available for this opportunity?
Funding is uncertain and depends entirely on the availability of appropriated funds. NOAA states that, at the time of the notice, funds had not yet been appropriated for potential activities under the BAA, and awards are contingent on funding availability and NOAA priorities.
What fiscal years does this BAA cover?
The BAA is tied to Fiscal Years 2014 and 2015, and it was structured to remain open for submissions through that period.
When was the BAA posted, and what were the submission deadlines?
The posted date is December 9, 2013. The closing date is September 30, 2015, and the archive date is October 30, 2015, reflecting that it was open over an extended period rather than having a single short deadline window.
What kind of award instruments can NOAA use under this announcement?
NOAA may make awards as either grants or cooperative agreements. The choice depends on the expected level of NOAA involvement in the proposed project.
What is the difference between a grant and a cooperative agreement under this BAA?
The announcement indicates the deciding factor is the anticipated level of NOAA involvement. If NOAA expects to be more substantially involved in carrying out the project, a cooperative agreement may be used; otherwise, a grant may be used.
How much funding can an applicant request?
The funding listing shows an award ceiling and an award floor of $0, which generally indicates that specific funding levels are not preset in the announcement and may vary widely by project, NOAA office, and availability of funds.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad and includes institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, commercial (for-profit) organizations, international or foreign organizations or governments, individuals, and state, local, and federally recognized Tribal governments.
Are there any additional eligibility constraints beyond the broad categories listed?
Yes. NOAA notes that eligibility can depend on the specific statutory authority tied to the funding. Applicants are expected to consult the relevant CFDA information to confirm eligibility for support under the authority used for the proposed activity.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The listing references CFDA 11.469 (Congressionally Identified Awards and Projects). However, the BAA text reiterates it is not intended to award congressionally directed funds, so applicants should pay close attention to NOAA's stated intent and the underlying authority when developing proposals.
Can this BAA be used to continue, extend, or replicate an existing NOAA award?
No. NOAA states this BAA is not meant to extend or replicate already funded awards. It is intended for new, mission-relevant concepts that advance NOAA priorities.
What does NOAA mean by "not a vehicle for congressionally directed spending"?
NOAA is clarifying that the BAA should not be viewed as a mechanism for earmark-like funding or congressionally directed projects. Proposals should be developed as discretionary, mission-aligned activities rather than as attempts to obtain directed funds through this process.
Do proposals need to align with NOAA's strategic plan and mission goals?
Yes. The BAA is explicitly intended to support special projects and programs that align with NOAA's strategic plan and mission goals, and it is positioned as a NOAA-wide mechanism for mission-aligned proposals.
What should universities with a NOAA Joint or Cooperative Institute (CI) know?
Universities that host a NOAA Joint or Cooperative Institute (CI) are encouraged to submit applications associated with their CI. The proposal must identify the CI name, the most recent award number, and the applicable NOAA-approved research theme in the project narrative.
What indirect cost (F&A) rate should a CI-affiliated university use?
The application is expected to use the facilities and administrative (F&A) or indirect cost rate tied to the institution's most recent CI award.
If the BAA is open for a long period, does NOAA have to make awards during that time?
No. NOAA retains full discretion regarding whether to review proposals or make awards during the open period, and any awards depend on appropriations and NOAA priorities.
What should applicants keep in mind given the stated funding uncertainty?
Applicants should understand that even strong, mission-aligned proposals may not be funded if appropriations are not available or if NOAA's internal priorities shift. The announcement emphasizes that posting the BAA does not commit NOAA to funding decisions or awards.
Who is the contact for access issues with the full announcement?
The notice lists Michele Pollard at NOAA as the contact for access issues with the full announcement.
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