Opportunity Information: Apply for R11AS20015
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- The Bureau of Reclamation Mid Pacific Region in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Grassland Bypass Project Collect Samples of Fish" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.527 San Luis Unit, Central Valley Project.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 5, 2011 and posted on Aug 5, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 18, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $425,860.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $425,860.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Any responsible source, to include irrigation or water districts, State and local entities, public nonprofit institutions/organizations, other public institutions/organizations, Federally recognized Indian Tribal Governments, small businesses, profit organizations, private nonprofit institutions/organizations, quasi public nonprofit institutions/organizations, and other private institutions/organizations. This is a Notice of Intent to Award to California Department of Fish and Game
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Opportunity Summary:
This grant opportunity, titled "Grassland Bypass Project - Collect Samples of Fish" (Funding Opportunity Number R11AS20015), is a Bureau of Reclamation notice describing its intent to award a discretionary grant to the California Department of Fish and Game. The funding is issued under CFDA 15.527, San Luis Unit, Central Valley Project, and the total estimated award amount is $425,860. The Bureau of Reclamation is proposing this funding specifically to continue ongoing work associated with the Grassland Bypass Project, with an emphasis on collecting fish samples and related biological monitoring.
The main purpose of the grant is environmental monitoring: tracking and evaluating the effects of the Grassland Bypass Project on aquatic life in Mud Slough (north) and in the San Joaquin River. In practical terms, the funded work centers on collecting fish (and associated data) so agencies can understand how project operations and water management actions may be influencing local biota and overall ecosystem conditions. The announcement points readers to a related Notice of Intent to Award for additional background and context, indicating that this is part of an established, continuing monitoring effort rather than a brand-new research initiative.
A key point in the posting is that it is not a competitive funding opportunity. The Bureau of Reclamation states that it intends to make the award directly to the California Department of Fish and Game and that the government has discretion not to compete the financial assistance under Departmental Manual 505 DM 2, paragraph 2.14(B)(2). Even though the general eligibility language lists a wide range of potential applicants (including state and local entities, nonprofits, tribes, small businesses, for-profit organizations, and other institutions), the notice makes clear that this particular action is a Notice of Intent to Award to a specific recipient and is not a request for proposals.
Administratively, the opportunity is categorized as an environmental funding activity and is structured as a grant, with one expected award. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement listed. The posting dates indicate it was posted and created on August 5, 2011, had a closing date of August 18, 2011, and was archived on August 19, 2011. The award ceiling is listed as $425,860, with an award floor of $77,070, reflecting the funding range parameters included in the record even though the intent is to fund this continuation project at the estimated amount.
For questions or issues accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact is Maria E. Castaneda, Grants Officer, at the Bureau of Reclamation, Mid-Pacific Region. The announcement provides both email (mcastaneda@usbr.gov) and phone contact information (916-978-5148) for grant-related inquiries.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Grassland Bypass Project - Collect Samples of Fish."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number (FON) is R11AS20015.
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
The Bureau of Reclamation is the issuing agency.
What type of announcement is this (competitive or non-competitive)?
This is a Notice of Intent to Award and it is not a competitive funding opportunity. The Bureau of Reclamation states it intends to make the award directly to a specific recipient and is not requesting proposals.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The Bureau of Reclamation indicates it intends to award the discretionary grant to the California Department of Fish and Game.
Does the eligibility section mean other organizations can apply?
Even though general eligibility language lists many types of entities, this particular posting is explicitly a Notice of Intent to Award to a specific recipient and is not a request for applications from other organizations.
Under what authority is the award being made without competition?
The notice cites Departmental Manual 505 DM 2, paragraph 2.14(B)(2) as the basis for the government exercising discretion not to compete this financial assistance.
What is the CFDA number associated with this funding?
The funding is issued under CFDA 15.527, San Luis Unit, Central Valley Project.
How much funding is expected to be awarded?
The total estimated award amount is $425,860.
Is there a stated award ceiling and award floor?
Yes. The award ceiling is listed as $425,860 and the award floor is listed as $77,070.
How many awards does the agency expect to make?
The opportunity indicates one expected award.
What is the assistance instrument for this opportunity?
The assistance instrument is a grant.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed in the posting.
What is the main purpose of the project being funded?
The main purpose is environmental monitoring related to the Grassland Bypass Project, with an emphasis on collecting fish samples and related biological monitoring.
What specific activities are emphasized in the funded work?
The posting emphasizes collecting fish samples (and associated data) as part of ongoing biological monitoring.
What locations are specifically mentioned for monitoring?
Monitoring is described as focusing on aquatic life in Mud Slough (north) and in the San Joaquin River.
Why is fish sampling being conducted?
The stated goal is to track and evaluate effects of the Grassland Bypass Project on aquatic life and to help agencies understand how project operations and water management actions may be influencing local biota and overall ecosystem conditions.
Is this described as a new research initiative?
No. The posting characterizes the work as a continuation of an established, ongoing monitoring effort associated with the Grassland Bypass Project.
What funding activity category is used for this opportunity?
The opportunity is categorized as an environmental funding activity.
When was the opportunity posted and created?
The posting indicates it was posted and created on August 5, 2011.
What was the closing date listed for this opportunity?
The closing date is listed as August 18, 2011.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on August 19, 2011.
Where can applicants or readers find additional background or context?
The announcement points readers to a related Notice of Intent to Award for additional background and context.
Who is the point of contact for questions?
The listed point of contact is Maria E. Castaneda, Grants Officer, Bureau of Reclamation, Mid-Pacific Region.
What email address is provided for the point of contact?
The email address provided is mcastaneda@usbr.gov.
What phone number is provided for the point of contact?
The phone number provided is 916-978-5148.
What should someone do if they have trouble accessing the full announcement?
The posting directs questions or issues accessing the full announcement to the listed Grants Officer contact (Maria E. Castaneda) using the provided email or phone number.
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