Opportunity Information: Apply for L12AS00016
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- The Bureau of Land Management in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Invasive Aquatic Species Inventory and Infestation Prevention" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.231 Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 31, 2012 and posted on Jan 18, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 12, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $96,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $20,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) offered a discretionary cooperative agreement opportunity titled "Invasive Aquatic Species Inventory and Infestation Prevention" (Funding Opportunity Number L12AS00016) focused on protecting Idaho waterways from invasive zebra and quagga mussels. The core purpose was twofold: first, to inventory and document whether zebra and quagga mussels were present in water bodies across Idaho, and second, to use that information and related prevention actions to reduce the likelihood of new infestations. The inventory component was meant to create an on-the-ground baseline of mussel presence or absence so that, if mussels were detected, agencies and partners could move quickly with control or containment measures rather than losing time confirming whether an infestation existed.
The work was categorized under Natural Resources and aligned with CFDA 15.231 (Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management). In practical terms, the project was aimed at early detection and rapid response planning, since zebra and quagga mussels are well known for spreading through connected waterways and human-assisted pathways such as trailered boats and gear. By documenting distribution (or confirming non-detection) across Idaho waters, the project would support smarter targeting of monitoring, outreach, and prevention resources, and it would help prioritize where to focus inspection, decontamination, and other risk-reduction actions.
The opportunity anticipated a single award, with an estimated total funding amount of $96,000. Individual award amounts were expected to fall between a floor of $1,000 and a ceiling of $20,000. The funding instrument type was a cooperative agreement, which typically indicates a more hands-on partnership model where the federal agency expects to have substantial involvement during the project period (for example, coordinating methods, data needs, reporting requirements, or field priorities) rather than issuing a grant with minimal federal participation. No cost sharing or matching funds were required, which lowers the barrier for participation and can make it easier for smaller organizations to apply.
Eligibility was listed as unrestricted, meaning it was open to any type of applicant entity, subject to any clarifications that may have been included in the full announcement under the eligibility section. The posting and application timeline was short and fixed: it was posted January 18, 2012, created in the system January 31, 2012, and closed February 12, 2012 (with the original and current closing dates the same). The announcement was later archived on January 18, 2013. Applicants were directed to the "Applications" tab in the full announcement for detailed instructions and required forms, suggesting that the specific technical approach, deliverables, and submission requirements were laid out in the full application package rather than in the brief synopsis.
For administrative and access questions, the point of contact was Melinda D. Ritacco, Grants Management Officer, reachable by phone at 208-373-4018 or by email at mritacco@blm.gov. Overall, the opportunity was designed to generate actionable surveillance information and to support practical prevention efforts aimed at keeping Idaho waters from becoming infested, recognizing that early detection and prevention are far less costly than long-term management once invasive mussels are established.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Invasive Aquatic Species Inventory and Infestation Prevention."
Who offered this opportunity?
The opportunity was offered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is L12AS00016.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The purpose was twofold: (1) to inventory and document whether zebra and quagga mussels were present in water bodies across Idaho, and (2) to use that information and related prevention actions to reduce the likelihood of new infestations.
Which invasive species did the project focus on?
The project focused on invasive zebra mussels and quagga mussels.
What geographic area was the project focused on?
The project focused on water bodies across Idaho, with the goal of protecting Idaho waterways.
Why was the inventory component emphasized?
The inventory was intended to create an on-the-ground baseline of mussel presence or absence. If mussels were detected, that baseline would help agencies and partners move quickly with control or containment measures instead of losing time confirming whether an infestation existed.
How would the inventory results be used?
By documenting distribution or confirming non-detection across Idaho waters, the project would support smarter targeting of monitoring, outreach, and prevention resources. It would also help prioritize where to focus inspection, decontamination, and other risk-reduction actions.
What program area or category did this opportunity fall under?
The work was categorized under Natural Resources.
What CFDA number was associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity aligned with CFDA 15.231 (Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management).
What type of funding instrument was used?
The funding instrument type was a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award was a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement typically indicates a more hands-on partnership model where the federal agency expects to have substantial involvement during the project period. Examples mentioned include coordinating methods, data needs, reporting requirements, or field priorities rather than issuing a grant with minimal federal participation.
How many awards were anticipated?
The opportunity anticipated a single award.
What was the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount was $96,000.
What was the expected range for individual award amounts?
Individual award amounts were expected to range from $1,000 (floor) to $20,000 (ceiling).
Was cost sharing or a funding match required?
No. Cost sharing or matching funds were not required.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was listed as unrestricted, meaning it was open to any type of applicant entity, subject to any clarifications that may have been included in the full announcement under the eligibility section.
When was the opportunity posted?
It was posted on January 18, 2012.
When was the opportunity created in the system?
It was created in the system on January 31, 2012.
What was the application deadline?
The opportunity closed on February 12, 2012. The original and current closing dates were the same.
Was the opportunity later archived?
Yes. The announcement was archived on January 18, 2013.
Where were applicants supposed to find the detailed application instructions and required forms?
Applicants were directed to the "Applications" tab in the full announcement for detailed instructions and required forms. The synopsis indicates that the specific technical approach, deliverables, and submission requirements were laid out in the full application package.
What kind of project approach was this opportunity designed to support?
It was designed to support early detection and rapid response planning by generating actionable surveillance information and supporting practical prevention efforts aimed at keeping Idaho waters from becoming infested.
Why were prevention and early detection important in this opportunity?
The opportunity recognized that early detection and prevention are far less costly than long-term management once invasive mussels are established.
How do zebra and quagga mussels commonly spread, according to the opportunity description?
The description noted that these mussels are well known for spreading through connected waterways and human-assisted pathways such as trailered boats and gear.
Who was the point of contact for administrative and access questions?
The point of contact was Melinda D. Ritacco, Grants Management Officer.
How could applicants contact the point of contact?
Applicants could reach Melinda D. Ritacco by phone at 208-373-4018 or by email at mritacco@blm.gov.
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