Opportunity Information: Apply for F15AS00402
Apply for F15AS00402
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Great Lakes Restoration Initiative OH Asian Carp Framework" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.662 Great Lakes Restoration.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 28, 2015 and posted on Jul 28, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 3, 2015 This is notice of intent to award a single source grant to the Ohio Division of Wildlife without competition under justification 505DM 2.14.B. (3) and (4).. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $96,117.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $96,117.00 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) State governments.
- This is notice of intent to award a single source grant to the Ohio Division of Wildlife without competition under justification 505DM 2.14.B. (3) and (4).
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Opportunity Summary:
The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) OH Asian Carp Framework grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F15AS00402) is a discretionary federal grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service focused on protecting the Great Lakes ecosystem by addressing high-priority environmental threats. In this case, the specific concern is the potential movement of aquatic nuisance species (ANS), including Asian carp, between the Great Lakes Basin and the Mississippi River Basin through connected waterways. The project centers on Little Killbuck Creek, which was identified as a key area of concern because it can function as an aquatic pathway that may allow invasive species to cross between the two major drainage basins.
The purpose of the funded work is to support an analysis of alternatives for "basin separation" in Little Killbuck Creek. Basin separation generally refers to evaluating options that would prevent or reduce aquatic connectivity where it creates a risk of invasive species transfer, such as modifications, barriers, or other hydrologic or structural measures. The outcome sought is a practical, technically grounded set of options that can help decision-makers reduce the likelihood of ANS movement through this corridor, thereby supporting broader GLRI goals of preventing new invasions and protecting native fisheries, habitats, and the regional economy tied to Great Lakes resources.
This announcement is not a general open competition. It is a notice of intent to make a single-source award to the Ohio Division of Wildlife (OH DOW) without competition, justified under Department of the Interior policy cited as 505 DM 2.14.B. (3) and (4). The rationale provided is that competing the award is not practical because the project requires the specific expertise, authorities, jurisdiction, staff capacity, and on-the-ground resources held by OH DOW to perform an alternatives analysis tied to Ohio waters and state-managed systems. In effect, the agency is signaling that OH DOW is uniquely positioned to carry out the required work, so the award is directed to them rather than soliciting proposals from multiple applicants.
Funding details are tightly defined: the estimated total funding is $96,117, and both the award ceiling and floor are also $96,117, indicating an expected single award at that fixed amount. The opportunity lists one expected award and indicates there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The activity category is Natural Resources, and the CFDA (now commonly referred to as Assistance Listing) number is 15.662, Great Lakes Restoration. The posting date was July 28, 2015, with an original and current closing date of August 3, 2015, and an archive date of August 4, 2015, reflecting that it was a short-window announcement mainly serving as formal public notice of the intended noncompetitive action.
Eligibility language aligns with the single-source intent. While the listing references state governments and "Others" in the eligibility field, the accompanying explanation makes clear the award is intended specifically for the Ohio Division of Wildlife under the stated justification. For additional access to the full announcement, the listing points to Grants.gov and provides a contact at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: Mike Hoff (612-713-5114, MikeHoff@fws.gov) for assistance with electronic access or questions related to the notice.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the GLRI OH Asian Carp Framework grant opportunity (F15AS00402)?
This is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI). It focuses on protecting the Great Lakes ecosystem by addressing high-priority environmental threats, specifically the risk of aquatic nuisance species (ANS), including Asian carp, moving between the Great Lakes Basin and the Mississippi River Basin through connected waterways.
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
The grant is offered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (U.S. Department of the Interior).
What problem is this grant intended to address?
The project targets the potential movement of aquatic nuisance species (ANS), including Asian carp, between the Great Lakes Basin and the Mississippi River Basin. The concern is that connected waterways can serve as pathways that allow invasive species to cross between these major drainage basins.
What location is the project focused on?
The work is centered on Little Killbuck Creek, which was identified as a key area of concern because it may function as an aquatic pathway between the two drainage basins.
What is the purpose of the funded work?
The purpose is to support an analysis of alternatives for "basin separation" in Little Killbuck Creek. The goal is to develop practical, technically grounded options that can help reduce the likelihood of aquatic nuisance species moving through this corridor.
What does "basin separation" mean in the context of this opportunity?
In this context, basin separation refers to evaluating options that would prevent or reduce aquatic connectivity where it creates a risk of invasive species transfer. Examples described at a high level include modifications, barriers, or other hydrologic or structural measures designed to reduce or eliminate pathways for ANS movement.
What outcomes is the grant trying to achieve?
The sought outcome is a set of feasible, technically grounded options that decision-makers can use to reduce the risk of ANS movement through Little Killbuck Creek. This supports broader GLRI goals of preventing new invasions and protecting native fisheries, habitats, and the regional economy tied to Great Lakes resources.
Is this an open, competitive grant opportunity?
No. The announcement is a notice of intent to make a single-source award without competition.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The intended recipient is the Ohio Division of Wildlife (OH DOW).
Why is the award being made without competition?
The notice states that competing the award is not practical because the project requires specific expertise, authorities, jurisdiction, staff capacity, and on-the-ground resources held by the Ohio Division of Wildlife to perform the alternatives analysis tied to Ohio waters and state-managed systems.
What is the policy justification cited for the noncompetitive (single-source) award?
The notice cites Department of the Interior policy 505 DM 2.14.B. (3) and (4) as the justification for proceeding without competition.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The estimated total funding amount is $96,117.
What are the award floor and ceiling amounts?
Both the award floor and the award ceiling are listed as $96,117, indicating an expected single award at a fixed amount.
How many awards are expected?
One award is expected.
Is cost sharing or a match required?
No. The opportunity indicates there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
What is the activity category for this grant?
The activity category is Natural Resources.
What is the CFDA/Assistance Listing number for this program?
The CFDA (Assistance Listing) number is 15.662, Great Lakes Restoration.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posting date is July 28, 2015.
What was the closing date for this opportunity?
The original and current closing date is August 3, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is August 4, 2015.
Why was the open period so short?
Based on the description provided, the short window reflects that this was primarily a formal public notice of an intended noncompetitive (single-source) action rather than a broad solicitation for multiple proposals.
Who is listed as eligible to apply?
The eligibility field references state governments and "Others." However, the accompanying explanation makes clear that the award is intended specifically for the Ohio Division of Wildlife under the stated single-source justification.
Where can someone find the full announcement?
The listing points to Grants.gov for access to the full announcement.
Who can be contacted with questions about the notice or electronic access?
The contact listed is Mike Hoff at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Phone: 612-713-5114. Email: MikeHoff@fws.gov.
How does this opportunity relate to Asian carp?
Asian carp are included among the aquatic nuisance species of concern. The project focuses on reducing the risk that Asian carp (and other ANS) could move between the Mississippi River Basin and the Great Lakes Basin through connected waterways such as the Little Killbuck Creek corridor.
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