Opportunity Information: Apply for P14AS00338
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- The National Park Service in the education environment natural resources regional development science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Internship Training Program Pacific West Region Interns" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.915 Technical Preservation Services.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 3, 2014 and posted on Sep 3, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 17, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $34,620.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $34,620.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The "Internship Training Program - Pacific West Region Interns" (Funding Opportunity Number P14AS00338) is a National Park Service (NPS) notice of intent to award funding under a cooperative agreement, not a competitive grant solicitation. In other words, the announcement is public notice that NPS plans to fund specific internship-related project activities without accepting applications through an open competition. The planned recipient is the National Council for Preservation Education (NCPE), with Cari Goetcheus listed as the principal investigator/program manager. The anticipated federal award amount is $34,620, with no cost share or matching requirement.
This award is structured as a continuation action under an existing cooperative agreement (P12PA30140), implemented through a task agreement (P14AC01656). The period of performance runs from the date of award through September 30, 2015, and it is categorized under CFDA 15.915, Technical Preservation Services. NPS cites statutory authority at 16 USC 1(g), which allows the agency to enter into cooperative agreements and transfer appropriated funds to eligible entities (including nonprofit organizations) to carry out NPS program purposes. The single-source (non-competitive) basis is justified under the Department of the Interior policy criterion for "Continuation," meaning competition was deemed impracticable because it could disrupt an ongoing, already-funded activity and negatively affect continuity or completion.
The central purpose of the project is to expand training opportunities for qualified undergraduate and graduate students studying historic preservation and related fields. The program is designed to place interns alongside federal professionals and immerse them in real cultural resources management work connected to the federal historic preservation mission. Intern assignments are intended to support preservation and stewardship of historic and cultural resources and may span archeology, history, museum work, landscape architecture, and related disciplines. Examples of the kinds of work interns may perform include archeological, architectural, and landscape surveys; historical research and resource documentation; technical writing and support for publications; cataloging and managing artifacts and records; conservation-related support; building and maintaining databases and web pages; and hands-on condition assessment and minor repair activities for historic structures.
NCPEs role under the task agreement is to use an established program format to recruit and select additional trainees, and in limited cases potentially extend existing training projects already underway. A key expectation is careful matching of intern qualifications to NPS needs. NCPE is also responsible for handling the financial and logistical arrangements needed for interns to work in Washington, DC, and other locations as necessary.
The announcement highlights two example placement areas with defined workloads of roughly 600 hours per intern. One is within the Cultural Resources Program, where interns support outreach and education, such as assisting with NPS Youth Summits, developing content for the NPS Cultural Resources Program website and social media, formatting reports, entering data into an online catalog of cultural resources documents, and helping design NPS publications. The second placement area is within the Historic Structures and Cultural Landscapes Programs, supporting work tied to core NPS inventories like the List of Classified Structures (LCS) and the Cultural Landscapes Inventory (CLI) across multiple park sites in the western United States. Typical duties there include researching property histories, conducting site visits and field documentation, analyzing landscape or structure features, developing site plans, writing narrative descriptions, entering data into relevant databases, and contributing content to public-facing NPS websites and social platforms.
Because this is a cooperative agreement, NPS anticipates substantial involvement rather than simply issuing funds and stepping back. NPS commits to participating in intern selection (in coordination with candidates identified by NCPE), providing mentors along with materials, tools, training, and supplies needed for the work, and supervising the internship experience by assigning tasks aligned with each interns background and interests. NPS staff will provide ongoing guidance and will review intern work products to confirm they meet internship goals and program standards. The NPS point of contact listed for the opportunity is June Zastrow (303-987-6718, junezastrow@nps.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Internship Training Program - Pacific West Region Interns."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is P14AS00338.
Is this a competitive grant that accepts applications?
No. This is a National Park Service (NPS) notice of intent to award funding under a cooperative agreement, not a competitive grant solicitation. The notice is public notification that NPS plans to fund specific internship-related project activities without accepting applications through an open competition.
Who is the planned recipient of the award?
The planned recipient is the National Council for Preservation Education (NCPE).
Who is listed as the principal investigator/program manager?
Cari Goetcheus is listed as the principal investigator/program manager.
What is the anticipated federal award amount?
The anticipated federal award amount is $34,620.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
No. The notice states there is no cost share or matching requirement.
Is this a new award or a continuation of an existing agreement?
This award is structured as a continuation action under an existing cooperative agreement (P12PA30140), implemented through a task agreement (P14AC01656).
What is the period of performance?
The period of performance runs from the date of award through September 30, 2015.
What CFDA program category is associated with this award?
The award is categorized under CFDA 15.915, Technical Preservation Services.
What statutory authority is cited for NPS to make this award?
NPS cites 16 USC 1(g) as authority to enter into cooperative agreements and transfer appropriated funds to eligible entities (including nonprofit organizations) to carry out NPS program purposes.
Why is the award being made on a non-competitive (single-source) basis?
The single-source basis is justified under the Department of the Interior policy criterion for "Continuation." The notice explains that competition was deemed impracticable because it could disrupt an ongoing, already-funded activity and negatively affect continuity or completion.
What is the central purpose of the project?
The purpose is to expand training opportunities for qualified undergraduate and graduate students studying historic preservation and related fields by placing interns alongside federal professionals and immersing them in cultural resources management work connected to the federal historic preservation mission.
What kinds of disciplines or focus areas can intern assignments cover?
Intern assignments may span archeology, history, museum work, landscape architecture, and related disciplines, with a general emphasis on preservation and stewardship of historic and cultural resources.
What are examples of the types of work interns may perform?
Examples listed in the notice include archeological, architectural, and landscape surveys; historical research and resource documentation; technical writing and support for publications; cataloging and managing artifacts and records; conservation-related support; building and maintaining databases and web pages; and hands-on condition assessment and minor repair activities for historic structures.
What is NCPE responsible for under the task agreement?
NCPE is expected to use an established program format to recruit and select additional trainees and, in limited cases, potentially extend existing training projects already underway. A key expectation is careful matching of intern qualifications to NPS needs. NCPE also handles the financial and logistical arrangements needed for interns to work in Washington, DC, and other locations as necessary.
Does the notice describe any example placement areas for interns?
Yes. The announcement highlights two example placement areas: one within the Cultural Resources Program and one within the Historic Structures and Cultural Landscapes Programs.
What is the expected workload for the example intern placements?
The example placement areas describe workloads of roughly 600 hours per intern.
What kinds of duties are included in the Cultural Resources Program example placement?
Duties described include supporting outreach and education (such as assisting with NPS Youth Summits), developing content for the NPS Cultural Resources Program website and social media, formatting reports, entering data into an online catalog of cultural resources documents, and helping design NPS publications.
What kinds of duties are included in the Historic Structures and Cultural Landscapes Programs example placement?
Duties described include supporting work tied to NPS inventories such as the List of Classified Structures (LCS) and the Cultural Landscapes Inventory (CLI) across multiple park sites in the western United States. Typical tasks include researching property histories, conducting site visits and field documentation, analyzing landscape or structure features, developing site plans, writing narrative descriptions, entering data into relevant databases, and contributing content to public-facing NPS websites and social platforms.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
The notice indicates NPS anticipates substantial involvement. NPS plans to participate in intern selection (in coordination with candidates identified by NCPE), provide mentors and the materials/tools/training/supplies needed for the work, and supervise the internship experience by assigning tasks aligned with each intern's background and interests. NPS staff will provide ongoing guidance and review intern work products to confirm they meet internship goals and program standards.
Who is the NPS point of contact for this opportunity?
The listed NPS point of contact is June Zastrow.
What contact information is provided for the NPS point of contact?
Phone: 303-987-6718. Email: junezastrow@nps.gov.
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