Opportunity Information: Apply for M15AS00008
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- The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY 2015 Environmental Studies Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.423 Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) Environmental Studies Program (ESP).
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 24, 2015 and posted on Feb 24, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 10, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $900,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $900,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2015 Environmental Studies Program opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number M15AS00008) is a discretionary federal funding announcement from the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) under its Environmental Studies Program (ESP). The program is designed to support research that serves the public interest by improving the scientific basis for safe and environmentally responsible energy and mineral development on the United States Outer Continental Shelf. In practice, BOEM uses ESP-funded studies to inform leasing decisions, environmental reviews, and the oversight of offshore oil and gas activity as well as renewable energy development, with the broader goal of balancing economic development and energy needs with environmental protection.
This particular announcement is for a cooperative agreement, meaning BOEM expects to have substantial involvement during the project rather than simply issuing a grant and stepping back. The activity category is listed as Environment, and the funding is associated with CFDA number 15.423 (BOEM Environmental Studies Program). The agency anticipated making one award, with an estimated total funding amount of up to $900,000. The posted award range indicates a ceiling of $900,000 and a floor of $100,000, signaling that the agency considered a sizable project budget but also allowed for the possibility of a smaller scoped effort within that overall framework. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, so the recipient would need to contribute non-federal resources or qualifying match as part of the total project cost, consistent with the cooperative agreement terms.
The scope of work highlighted in the notice is narrowly defined: an Archaeological and Biological Assessment of Submerged Landforms in the Pacific Coast. This kind of study typically focuses on underwater geomorphological features that may contain archaeological resources (for example, submerged paleolandscapes that could preserve evidence of earlier human activity) as well as biological communities and habitats that may be sensitive to disturbance. Research of this type can directly support BOEM by improving baseline knowledge used in environmental impact analyses, identifying areas that may require avoidance or mitigation, and strengthening the scientific understanding needed to evaluate risks from offshore development activities.
Eligibility for the broader program is listed as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education. However, this specific announcement is not open competition in the usual sense. BOEM stated that it was announcing its intent to undertake the project through San Diego State University via the California Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU). The notice explicitly says no other proposals are requested at this time, which indicates this is effectively a targeted, partner-specific cooperative agreement opportunity rather than an open call. BOEM also notes that additional opportunities could be announced later, but they would come as separate announcements.
Key dates included a posted and creation date of February 24, 2015, an original and current closing date of April 10, 2015, and an archive date of May 11, 2015. For access issues or official points of contact related to the full announcement, BOEM provided contact information for Dominique Bruce (phone 703-787-1342, email Dominique.Bruce@bsee.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is the FY 2015 Environmental Studies Program opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number M15AS00008)?
It is a discretionary federal funding announcement from the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) under BOEM's Environmental Studies Program (ESP). The opportunity supports research that improves the scientific foundation for safe and environmentally responsible energy and mineral development on the United States Outer Continental Shelf (OCS).
2) Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
The offering agency is the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM).
3) What is the program purpose of BOEM's Environmental Studies Program (ESP)?
The ESP is designed to support research that serves the public interest by improving the scientific basis for safe and environmentally responsible energy and mineral development on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf. BOEM uses ESP-funded studies to inform leasing decisions, environmental reviews, and oversight of offshore oil and gas activity as well as renewable energy development, with the broader goal of balancing economic development and energy needs with environmental protection.
4) What type of funding instrument is being used (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
This announcement is for a cooperative agreement. That means BOEM expects to have substantial involvement during the project rather than simply issuing an award and stepping back.
5) What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is listed as Environment.
6) What is the CFDA number associated with this funding?
The funding is associated with CFDA 15.423 (BOEM Environmental Studies Program).
7) What is the specific project topic or scope of work?
The scope of work highlighted in the notice is an Archaeological and Biological Assessment of Submerged Landforms in the Pacific Coast.
8) What kinds of resources or issues does the study focus on?
This type of study typically focuses on underwater geomorphological features that may contain archaeological resources (such as submerged paleolandscapes that could preserve evidence of earlier human activity) and also on biological communities and habitats that may be sensitive to disturbance.
9) How will BOEM use the results of the study?
BOEM uses ESP-funded research to strengthen baseline knowledge used in environmental impact analyses, identify areas that may require avoidance or mitigation, and improve the scientific understanding needed to evaluate risks from offshore development activities. The studies can support leasing decisions, environmental reviews, and oversight related to offshore oil and gas activity as well as renewable energy development.
10) How much funding is available under this announcement?
The estimated total funding amount is up to $900,000.
11) What is the expected award range (minimum and maximum)?
The posted award range shows a floor of $100,000 and a ceiling of $900,000.
12) How many awards did BOEM anticipate making?
BOEM anticipated making one award.
13) Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning the recipient would need to contribute non-federal resources or other qualifying match as part of the total project cost, consistent with the cooperative agreement terms.
14) Who is eligible for the broader program?
Eligibility for the broader program is listed as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education.
15) Is this a competitive funding opportunity open to other applicants?
No. BOEM stated it was announcing its intent to undertake the project through San Diego State University via the California Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU), and the notice explicitly says no other proposals are requested at this time.
16) Who is the intended recipient/partner for this specific announcement?
BOEM indicated its intent to undertake the project through San Diego State University via the California Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU).
17) Does BOEM expect to release other opportunities in the future?
BOEM noted that additional opportunities could be announced later, but they would come as separate announcements.
18) What are the key dates for this opportunity?
The posted and creation date was February 24, 2015. The original and current closing date was April 10, 2015. The archive date was May 11, 2015.
19) Who is the point of contact for access issues or official questions about the full announcement?
The contact listed is Dominique Bruce. Phone: 703-787-1342. Email: Dominique.Bruce@bsee.gov.
20) What geographic area does the study focus on?
The scope references the Pacific Coast, with the project focused on submerged landforms in that region.
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