Opportunity Information: Apply for R10SF30009
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- The Bureau of Reclamation Lower Colorado Region in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Laguna Division Conservation Area" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.538 Lower Colorado River Multi Species Conservation Program..
- This funding opportunity was created on May 11, 2010 and posted on May 11, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 25, 2010. (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 $594,970.00 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).
- This a Notice of Intent to award, no competition is being sought.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Laguna Division Conservation Area opportunity is a Bureau of Reclamation (Lower Colorado Region) cooperative agreement tied to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (LCR MSCP), CFDA 15.538. The project was approved as a new start by the LCR MSCP Steering Committee and builds on earlier work where Natural Channel Design had already been selected to produce a conceptual design aimed at maximizing native riparian and marsh habitat creation. In practical terms, the funding supports advancing that concept into a fully permitted, construction-ready restoration project that contributes to endangered species conservation and broader habitat protection and maintenance along the lower Colorado River.
This announcement functions as a Notice of Intent to Award rather than an open, competitive grant solicitation. The agency states that no competition is being sought, meaning the recipient is effectively pre-identified for this modification to an existing agreement (Agreement No. 09FC3000003, originally dated January 27, 2009). The modification period of performance runs from February 26, 2010 through December 31, 2014. Even though it was posted May 11, 2010 with a closing date of May 25, 2010 (and later archived June 24, 2010), the key point is that it documents the government’s intent to fund a defined scope under an existing relationship rather than inviting new applicants to propose alternative approaches.
Financially, the opportunity lists an award ceiling of $594,970, an award floor of $0, and anticipates one award. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement. The funding activity category is Environment, and the instrument type is a cooperative agreement, which typically implies substantial federal involvement during execution (for example, iterative review, direction, coordination, and compliance oversight by Reclamation).
The funded work centers on taking the project from concept to implementation readiness. A major component is final design deliverables, including a final design report, engineering drawings and specifications, cost estimating and bid-ready documents, and an operations, maintenance, and management plan. The design phase also includes gathering any additional data needed to complete the work to Reclamation standards, such as updated well information, topographic surveying, water quality data, and soil sampling, with the specific needs determined throughout the project life by Reclamation. The recipient is expected to produce a detailed final report that captures the latest project boundaries, background and rationale, alternatives considered and the basis for selection, and detailed site designs for grading, water control and delivery, planting, and irrigation. After construction, the agreement anticipates “as-built” drawings to document what was actually installed.
Permitting is another central part of the scope, particularly Clean Water Act compliance through Section 404 (typically administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) and Section 401 water quality certification (typically through the relevant state authority). The recipient must review technical inputs prepared by others, including wetland and jurisdictional delineations, biological evaluations, and cultural resource reports, then assemble and submit permit applications covering activities like earthwork, pipeline installation, and water control structures. The work also includes preparing a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), which is commonly required for construction projects that disturb soil and could generate runoff.
Beyond design and permitting, the agreement emphasizes active project coordination on behalf of Reclamation. That includes ongoing analysis of existing information and facilitating coordination among multiple parties such as government agencies, irrigation districts, a plant-growing or nursery contractor, and relevant state entities, as directed by Reclamation. This reflects the reality that habitat creation projects on large river systems often depend on synchronized planning for water delivery, access, construction staging, plant materials, and long-term site management.
NEPA support is also included. The recipient is expected to provide documentation and presentation materials that help Reclamation complete its National Environmental Policy Act compliance responsibilities. That support takes the form of background narrative describing the project, mapping of the project area and logistics (access roads, stockpile locations, pipeline alignments), and a clear description of the site selection and alternatives evaluation process. While Reclamation retains responsibility for NEPA decisions, the recipient provides the technical and descriptive content that typically underpins environmental review documents.
Finally, the scope requires identifying, preparing, and obtaining any additional permits needed during this period, including access permits, road permits, and easements from state, county, or federal agencies, as directed by Reclamation. The recipient is responsible for assembling applications, submitting required supporting documents, and paying associated fees where applicable, which is often a significant administrative and scheduling factor for restoration construction.
Administrative details included in the announcement list the agency contact as Shawna Thompson, Grants Officer, Bureau of Reclamation, reachable at 702-293-8570 or smthompson@usbr.gov, for assistance accessing the full announcement or related questions.
Laguna Division Conservation Area (LCR MSCP) Cooperative Agreement - FAQs
What is the Laguna Division Conservation Area opportunity?
It is a Bureau of Reclamation (Lower Colorado Region) cooperative agreement action tied to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (LCR MSCP), CFDA 15.538. The work advances an existing habitat restoration concept into a fully permitted, construction-ready project intended to support endangered species conservation and broader habitat protection and maintenance along the lower Colorado River.
Is this an open, competitive grant solicitation?
No. The announcement functions as a Notice of Intent to Award rather than an open competition. The agency explicitly states that no competition is being sought and that the recipient is effectively pre-identified.
If it is not competitive, what is the announcement actually for?
It documents the government intent to fund a defined scope of work as a modification to an existing cooperative agreement, rather than inviting new applicants to propose alternative projects or approaches.
What existing agreement does this relate to?
This is a modification to an existing agreement: Agreement No. 09FC3000003 (originally dated January 27, 2009).
What is the period of performance for the modification?
The modification period of performance runs from February 26, 2010 through December 31, 2014.
When was the announcement posted and when did it close?
It was posted May 11, 2010 with a closing date of May 25, 2010, and it was later archived on June 24, 2010.
How much funding is available?
The listed award ceiling is $594,970. The listed award floor is $0.
How many awards are expected?
The announcement anticipates one award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is Environment.
What type of funding instrument is this?
The instrument type is a cooperative agreement. This typically indicates substantial federal involvement during execution, such as iterative review, direction, coordination, and compliance oversight by Reclamation.
What is the overarching goal of the funded work?
The funded work focuses on advancing a previously selected conceptual restoration design into implementation readiness, meaning a final design package and the permitting needed so the project can be constructed.
What prior work does this project build on?
It builds on earlier work where Natural Channel Design was selected to produce a conceptual design aimed at maximizing native riparian and marsh habitat creation.
What kinds of final design deliverables are expected?
The scope includes a final design report; engineering drawings and specifications; cost estimating and bid-ready documents; and an operations, maintenance, and management plan. The agreement also anticipates "as-built" drawings after construction to document what was actually installed.
What additional data collection may be required during design?
The recipient may need to gather additional information required to complete the work to Reclamation standards, with specifics determined throughout the project life by Reclamation. Examples mentioned include updated well information, topographic surveying, water quality data, and soil sampling.
What does the detailed final report need to cover?
The detailed final report is expected to capture the latest project boundaries, background and rationale, alternatives considered and the basis for selection, and detailed site designs for grading, water control and delivery, planting, and irrigation.
What permitting work is included in the scope?
Permitting is a central component. The scope highlights Clean Water Act compliance through Section 404 (typically administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) and Section 401 water quality certification (typically handled by the relevant state authority).
What does the recipient do to support Clean Water Act permitting?
The recipient must review technical inputs prepared by others (including wetland and jurisdictional delineations, biological evaluations, and cultural resource reports) and then assemble and submit permit applications for project activities such as earthwork, pipeline installation, and water control structures.
Is a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) required?
Yes. Preparing a SWPPP is included in the scope. This type of plan is commonly required for construction projects that disturb soil and could generate runoff.
What coordination responsibilities are included?
The agreement emphasizes active project coordination on behalf of Reclamation. This includes ongoing analysis of existing information and facilitating coordination among multiple parties such as government agencies, irrigation districts, a plant-growing or nursery contractor, and relevant state entities, as directed by Reclamation.
What NEPA-related support is required?
The recipient is expected to provide documentation and presentation materials that help Reclamation complete its National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance responsibilities. This includes background narrative, mapping of the project area and logistics (such as access roads, stockpile locations, and pipeline alignments), and documentation describing the site selection and alternatives evaluation process.
Who is responsible for NEPA decisions?
Reclamation retains responsibility for NEPA decisions. The recipient provides technical and descriptive content that supports Reclamation's environmental review documents.
Are there other permits besides Clean Water Act permits that may be needed?
Yes. The scope requires identifying, preparing, and obtaining any additional permits needed during the period of performance, including access permits, road permits, and easements from state, county, or federal agencies, as directed by Reclamation.
Who handles permit applications and fees for additional permits and easements?
The recipient is responsible for assembling applications, submitting required supporting documents, and paying associated fees where applicable.
Who is the agency contact for this opportunity?
The listed agency contact is Shawna Thompson, Grants Officer, Bureau of Reclamation. Phone: 702-293-8570. Email: smthompson@usbr.gov.
What program is this associated with and what is the CFDA number?
This opportunity is associated with the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (LCR MSCP). The CFDA number listed is 15.538.
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