Opportunity Information: Apply for USGS 15 FA 0476
Apply for USGS 15 FA 0476
- The Geological Survey in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Implications of drought on wetland habitats and waterbird bioenergetics in the Central Valley of California" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.808 U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 14, 2015 and posted on Aug 14, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 28, 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 $89,233.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $89,233.00 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).
- Non Competitive Cooperative Agreement
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding opportunity, titled "Implications of drought on wetland habitats and waterbird bioenergetics in the Central Valley of California," was a U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) discretionary grant action issued as a non-competitive cooperative agreement. The intent signaled by the title is to support work examining how drought conditions affect wetland habitat availability and quality in Californias Central Valley, and how those habitat changes translate into impacts on the energy needs, foraging success, and overall condition of waterbirds that rely on these wetlands. In practical terms, a project under this topic would typically connect hydrologic and habitat conditions (such as wetland inundation extent, timing, depth, and food resources) with biological or energetic consequences for waterbirds, often to inform management decisions during drought periods.
Administratively, the opportunity was posted and created on August 14, 2015, with an original and final closing date of August 28, 2015, and it was later archived on September 27, 2015. USGS listed the funding instrument type as a cooperative agreement, which generally implies substantial involvement by the federal agency during the project period compared with a standard grant. The category explanation explicitly states it was non-competitive, meaning it was not structured as an open competition; instead, it was intended for a specific eligible recipient or a narrowly defined set of recipients identified by the agency. The eligible applicants field is listed as "Others," with the accompanying eligibility information again emphasizing the non-competitive nature of the award rather than broad eligibility.
Financially, the opportunity anticipated a single award (ExpectedAwards: 1) with an estimated total funding amount of $89,233. The award ceiling and floor were both set at $89,233, indicating the award amount was effectively fixed rather than a range. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, so the recipient was not expected to provide non-federal matching funds as a condition of receiving the award. The CFDA number associated with the program was 15.808 (U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection), which is consistent with research-focused activities and the collection and analysis of data relevant to USGS mission needs.
For applicants or stakeholders who had trouble accessing the full announcement electronically, the point of contact listed was Gerald Lewandowski, Contract Specialist, reachable by phone at 916-278-9340. Overall, the announcement reflects a targeted USGS research-and-data-collection cooperative agreement, fixed in amount, issued under a non-competitive process, and focused on improving understanding of drought-driven wetland changes and their bioenergetic implications for Central Valley waterbirds.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Implications of drought on wetland habitats and waterbird bioenergetics in the Central Valley of California."
Which federal agency offered this opportunity?
This opportunity was offered by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
What type of funding instrument was used?
USGS listed the funding instrument type as a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this was a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement generally implies substantial involvement by the federal agency during the project period compared with a standard grant.
Was this opportunity competitive?
No. The category explanation states it was non-competitive, meaning it was not structured as an open competition and was intended for a specific eligible recipient or a narrowly defined set of recipients identified by the agency.
Who was eligible to apply?
The eligible applicants field is listed as "Others." The accompanying eligibility information emphasized the non-competitive nature of the award rather than broad eligibility.
What was the purpose or intent of the opportunity?
The intent signaled by the title was to support work examining how drought conditions affect wetland habitat availability and quality in California's Central Valley, and how those habitat changes translate into impacts on the energy needs, foraging success, and overall condition of waterbirds that rely on these wetlands.
What kinds of activities or research would a project under this topic typically include?
A project under this topic would typically connect hydrologic and habitat conditions (such as wetland inundation extent, timing, depth, and food resources) with biological or energetic consequences for waterbirds, often to inform management decisions during drought periods.
What geographic area did the opportunity focus on?
The focus was on the Central Valley of California.
Which species or wildlife group was the work focused on?
The work was focused on waterbirds that rely on Central Valley wetlands.
How many awards were expected?
The opportunity anticipated a single award (ExpectedAwards: 1).
What was the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount was $89,233.
Was the award amount a range or a fixed amount?
The award ceiling and floor were both set at $89,233, indicating the award amount was effectively fixed rather than offered as a range.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, so the recipient was not expected to provide non-federal matching funds as a condition of receiving the award.
What CFDA number was associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number associated with the program was 15.808 (U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection).
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted and created on August 14, 2015.
What were the application closing dates?
The original closing date was August 28, 2015, and the final closing date was also August 28, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
It was later archived on September 27, 2015.
Who was the point of contact for help accessing the full announcement?
The point of contact listed was Gerald Lewandowski, Contract Specialist.
How could the point of contact be reached?
Gerald Lewandowski could be reached by phone at 916-278-9340.
What was the announcement broadly describing, in plain terms?
Overall, the announcement reflected a targeted USGS research-and-data-collection cooperative agreement, fixed in amount, issued under a non-competitive process, and focused on improving understanding of drought-driven wetland changes and their bioenergetic implications for Central Valley waterbirds.
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