Opportunity Information: Apply for N62473 08 R TOWHEE
Apply for N62473 08 R TOWHEE
- The NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Inyo California Towhee and Desert Tortoise Surveys at NAWS China Lake, CA" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 12.300 Basic and Applied Scientific Research.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 17, 2008 and posted on Mar 17, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 23, 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 $46,400.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "Inyo California Towhee and Desert Tortoise Surveys at NAWS China Lake, CA" is a discretionary federal funding announcement issued by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). It focuses on natural resource work at the Naval Air Weapons Station (NAWS) China Lake in California, specifically supporting field surveys related to two sensitive wildlife species. The project centers on surveys of nesting Inyo California towhees (Pipilo crissalis eremophilus), which are federally listed as a threatened species, and "in-fill" surveys for desert tortoises (Gopherus agassizii). In practical terms, the work is aimed at identifying where these species are present, where they are nesting or occurring, and filling in gaps in existing survey coverage so the installation has reliable, up-to-date biological information for conservation and compliance purposes.
Funding is offered through a Cooperative Agreement, meaning the government expects an active role or substantial involvement during the project compared to a standard grant. The announcement lists a single expected award, with an award ceiling of $46,400, and it does not require cost sharing or matching funds. The funding is associated with CFDA number 12.300, categorized under "Basic and Applied Scientific Research," and the activity category is Natural Resources. Only certain types of applicants are eligible: private institutions of higher education, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations holding 501(c)(3) status (excluding universities when they are applying as institutions of higher education under the separate categories already listed). This eligibility set strongly suggests the work is intended for qualified research or conservation organizations capable of conducting specialized wildlife field surveys and delivering defensible survey results.
The timeline for the opportunity was short and clearly defined. It was posted and created on March 17, 2008, with an original and current closing date of March 23, 2008, and it was later archived on April 22, 2008. The funding opportunity number is N62473 08 R TOWHEE, which is the identifier applicants would use when referencing the announcement in correspondence or submissions. For administrative or access issues related to the full announcement, the listed point of contact is Joseph Brown, a Contract Specialist and Cooperative Agreement Administrator, reachable by phone at (619) 532-1266.
Overall, this opportunity is best understood as targeted support for on-the-ground biological survey work on a military installation, intended to document and monitor a threatened bird subspecies and a well-known desert reptile of conservation concern. The deliverables would typically be expected to include survey methods appropriate for each species, mapped or georeferenced results, and reporting that helps the Navy manage natural resources and meet environmental compliance obligations, especially where training, testing, or infrastructure activities could overlap with sensitive habitat.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Inyo California Towhee and Desert Tortoise Surveys at NAWS China Lake, CA."
Which federal agency is offering this funding?
The discretionary federal funding announcement is issued by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC).
What type of funding instrument is being used?
Funding is offered through a Cooperative Agreement. This indicates the government expects an active role or substantial involvement during the project, compared to a standard grant.
Where will the work take place?
The work focuses on natural resource activities at the Naval Air Weapons Station (NAWS) China Lake in California.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The project supports field surveys for two sensitive wildlife species to document where they are present, identify nesting or occurrence locations, and fill gaps in existing survey coverage so the installation has reliable, up-to-date biological information for conservation and compliance purposes.
Which species are the focus of the surveys?
The project centers on (1) nesting surveys for the Inyo California towhee (Pipilo crissalis eremophilus) and (2) "in-fill" surveys for the desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii).
Is the Inyo California towhee federally listed?
Yes. The Inyo California towhee (Pipilo crissalis eremophilus) is described in the announcement as federally listed as a threatened species.
What does "in-fill" survey mean in this context?
Based on the description provided, "in-fill" surveys for desert tortoises are intended to fill in gaps in existing survey coverage so the installation has more complete and current information on desert tortoise occurrence.
How much funding is available?
The announcement lists an award ceiling of $46,400.
How many awards are expected?
The announcement lists a single expected award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states that cost sharing or matching funds are not required.
What is the CFDA number and program category for this opportunity?
The funding is associated with CFDA number 12.300 and is categorized under "Basic and Applied Scientific Research."
What is the activity category?
The activity category is Natural Resources.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are limited to: private institutions of higher education; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding universities when they are applying as institutions of higher education under the separate categories already listed).
Does this opportunity appear intended for particular types of organizations?
Yes. The eligibility categories and the technical nature of the work suggest it is intended for qualified research or conservation organizations capable of conducting specialized wildlife field surveys and producing defensible survey results.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is N62473 08 R TOWHEE. Applicants would use this identifier when referencing the announcement in correspondence or submissions.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
It was posted and created on March 17, 2008. The original and current closing date was March 23, 2008.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on April 22, 2008.
Who is the point of contact for administrative or access issues?
The listed point of contact is Joseph Brown, a Contract Specialist and Cooperative Agreement Administrator.
How can the point of contact be reached?
Joseph Brown can be reached by phone at (619) 532-1266.
What kinds of deliverables are typically expected for this type of work (based on the description provided)?
The description indicates deliverables would typically include survey methods appropriate for each species, mapped or georeferenced results, and reporting that supports the Navy's natural resource management and environmental compliance needs.
Why is the Navy supporting these surveys on a military installation?
The purpose described is to help the installation document and monitor sensitive species and maintain reliable biological information that supports conservation and compliance, especially where training, testing, or infrastructure activities could overlap with sensitive habitat.
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