Opportunity Information: Apply for FWS 08 RW 000 006
Apply for FWS 08 RW 000 006
- The Region 5 in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Hail Point Living Shoreline Project, Eastern Neck NWR" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 20, 2008 and posted on May 20, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 3, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $350,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses State governments Individuals City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Hail Point Living Shoreline Project, Eastern Neck NWR (Funding Opportunity Number FWS 08 RW 000 006) is a discretionary U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Region 5 funding opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement to address shoreline erosion that threatens high-value fish and wildlife habitat on Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge, part of the Chesapeake Marshlands National Wildlife Refuge Complex. The project focus is Hail Point and nearby Hail Creek, an area connected to the Chester River, where ongoing erosion risks undermining wetlands and associated aquatic habitats. A key idea behind the work is to put in place durable shoreline protection now so the refuge can follow up later with more nature-based restoration that builds marsh and living shoreline features.
The work is structured in two phases, with Phase I being the immediate, most time-sensitive piece funded under this proposal. Phase I centers on constructing segmented headland breakwaters made of stone. These breakwaters are designed to reduce wave energy and slow or stop further shoreline retreat, while also creating safer and more stable access for crews to carry out a future Phase II living shoreline build-out. The conceptual engineering layout calls for five breakwater segments, each about 200 feet long, separated by four openings of about 50 feet each. Together, the breakwaters would connect two points at either end of the eroded shoreline to form a sheltered cove on the landward side. The protected area created behind the structures is described as covering about 8.9 acres and stabilizing approximately 2,015 linear feet of shoreline.
A major ecological driver for Phase I is protection of submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) habitat in Hail Creek. The sheltered waters associated with Hail Point support roughly 108 acres of aquatic habitat with extensive SAV beds, which are important for fish and invertebrates and contribute to overall water quality and ecosystem productivity in the Chester River system. The broader Hail Point landscape totals about 540 acres and is primarily emergent and forested wetlands, making it a significant refuge resource that is vulnerable if erosion continues unchecked. The announcement emphasizes that Phase I is critical because, without near-term shoreline protection, the area could be lost to erosion in a manner similar to other island and shoreline areas in the Chesapeake Bay.
Phase II is presented as a follow-on effort that depends on future grant funding. It would add a living shoreline component to further stabilize the site while actively restoring habitat. The expected habitat outcomes of Phase II include creation of about 1.5 acres of marsh and open beach along roughly 1,200 feet of shoreline, expanding foraging, rearing, and nesting opportunities for living resources associated with the Chester River.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity was posted May 20, 2008, with an original and current closing date of June 3, 2008, and an archive date of July 3, 2008. The award amount ranges from a floor of $125,000 to a ceiling of $350,000, and it includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement. Eligible applicants are broad and include individuals; small businesses; for-profit entities (other than small businesses); state and local governments (including city or township governments); nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status (with the noted limitation “other than institutions of higher education”); and Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) as well as other Native American tribal organizations. For access issues or assistance with the full announcement, the listed contact is Lamar Gore, Assistant Refuge Supervisor (North), reachable by phone at 413-253-8542.
FAQs: Hail Point Living Shoreline Project, Eastern Neck NWR (FWS 08 RW 000 006)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a discretionary U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Region 5 funding opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement for the Hail Point Living Shoreline Project at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge (NWR), part of the Chesapeake Marshlands National Wildlife Refuge Complex.
What problem is the project trying to solve?
The project is intended to address shoreline erosion that is threatening high-value fish and wildlife habitat at Eastern Neck NWR. The erosion risk is concentrated at Hail Point and nearby Hail Creek, which connect to the Chester River.
Where will the work take place?
The work is focused on Hail Point and nearby Hail Creek within Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge, in an area connected to the Chester River.
Why is Hail Point considered important?
The broader Hail Point landscape is described as about 540 acres and is primarily emergent and forested wetlands. The sheltered waters associated with Hail Point also support extensive submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) habitat in Hail Creek, which the announcement describes as a major ecological driver for the project.
What is the project approach overall?
The work is structured in two phases. Phase I is the immediate, time-sensitive phase funded under this proposal and focuses on durable shoreline protection. Phase II is a follow-on living shoreline effort that would depend on future grant funding.
What activities are included in Phase I?
Phase I centers on constructing segmented headland breakwaters made of stone. These breakwaters are intended to reduce wave energy and slow or stop further shoreline retreat, and to create safer, more stable access for crews to implement a future Phase II living shoreline build-out.
How are the Phase I breakwaters described (size and layout)?
The conceptual engineering layout calls for five breakwater segments, each approximately 200 feet long, separated by four openings of approximately 50 feet each. Together, the breakwaters would connect two points at either end of the eroded shoreline to form a sheltered cove on the landward side.
How much shoreline is expected to be stabilized in Phase I?
The protected area behind the structures is described as covering about 8.9 acres and stabilizing approximately 2,015 linear feet of shoreline.
What habitat is a key ecological focus for Phase I?
A major ecological driver for Phase I is protecting submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) habitat in Hail Creek. The announcement notes that the sheltered waters associated with Hail Point support roughly 108 acres of aquatic habitat with extensive SAV beds.
Why are SAV beds important in this project description?
The announcement states that SAV beds are important for fish and invertebrates and that they contribute to overall water quality and ecosystem productivity in the Chester River system.
Why is Phase I described as time-sensitive?
Phase I is characterized as critical because, without near-term shoreline protection, the area could be lost to erosion in a way similar to other island and shoreline areas in the Chesapeake Bay.
What is planned for Phase II?
Phase II is presented as a follow-on effort that would add a living shoreline component to further stabilize the site while actively restoring habitat. It is expected to depend on future grant funding.
What habitat outcomes are expected from Phase II?
The expected outcomes described for Phase II include creating about 1.5 acres of marsh and open beach along roughly 1,200 feet of shoreline, expanding foraging, rearing, and nesting opportunities for living resources associated with the Chester River.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is FWS 08 RW 000 006.
What type of award is being offered?
The opportunity is offered as a cooperative agreement.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on May 20, 2008.
What is the application closing date?
The original and current closing date is June 3, 2008.
When is (or was) the archive date?
The archive date listed is July 3, 2008.
How much funding is available per award?
The award amount range is listed with a floor of $125,000 and a ceiling of $350,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The opportunity includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are listed broadly and include individuals; small businesses; for-profit entities (other than small businesses); state governments; local governments (including city or township governments); nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status (with the stated limitation of “other than institutions of higher education”); Native American tribal governments (federally recognized); and other Native American tribal organizations.
Are nonprofit organizations eligible if they do not have 501(c)(3) status?
Yes. The eligibility list includes nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status, with the noted limitation “other than institutions of higher education.”
Are individuals eligible to apply?
Yes. Individuals are explicitly listed as eligible applicants.
Are for-profit organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. The eligibility list includes small businesses and also for-profit organizations other than small businesses.
Are state and local governments eligible to apply?
Yes. The eligibility list includes state governments and local governments, including city or township governments.
Are tribal governments or tribal organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. Eligible applicants include Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) as well as other Native American tribal organizations.
Who is the listed contact for access issues or help with the full announcement?
The contact listed is Lamar Gore, Assistant Refuge Supervisor (North).
How can the listed contact be reached?
Lamar Gore can be reached by phone at 413-253-8542.
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