Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 14 NERO 0105
Apply for NPS 14 NERO 0105
- The National Park Service in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Lowell Emerging Leaders, Lowell Trolley Expansion, and Media Arts Outreach Programs" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.946 Cultural Resources Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 6, 2014 and posted on Aug 6, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 11, 2014 This is just an announcement that the Lowell Plan, Inc. has entered into a cooperative agreement with NPS for their work with the Lowell Emerging Leaders, Lowell Trolley Expansion, and Media Arts Outreach Programs.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $151,866.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $151,866.00 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.
- This is just an announcement that the Lowell Plan, Inc. has entered into a cooperative agreement with NPS for their work with the Lowell Emerging Leaders, Lowell Trolley Expansion, and Media Arts Outreach Programs.
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 14 NERO 0105) is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary cooperative agreement announcement confirming that Lowell Plan, Inc. has been selected as the partner organization to carry out work tied to three connected efforts in Lowell: the Lowell Emerging Leaders initiative (described here through the Public Matters program), the Lowell Trolley Expansion Project, and a Media Arts Outreach Campaign. Rather than a typical open competition, the notice functions mainly as a public record that the agreement is in place and outlines the specific responsibilities Lowell Plan, Inc. will perform in coordination with NPS. The activity is associated with CFDA 15.946, Cultural Resources Management, and includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement.
The agreement funds one expected award with a total amount of $151,866, with the award floor and ceiling both set at $151,866, meaning the project amount is fixed as posted. The eligible applicant category listed is nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), although the accompanying text repeatedly clarifies that this posting is simply an announcement tied to Lowell Plan, Inc. The posting date and creation date are August 6, 2014, with an original and current closing date of August 11, 2014, and an archive date of August 12, 2014.
For the Lowell Emerging Leaders/Public Matters portion, Lowell Plan, Inc. is tasked with running the program operationally for calendar year 2014 and increasing participation and awareness among Lowell area business, civic, and nonprofit leaders. Their role includes not only coordinating delivery of the program but also managing and facilitating evaluation of the 2014 effort and organizing planning work for the 2015 cycle. A key administrative function is fiscal management: Lowell Plan, Inc. serves as the fiscal agent to facilitate payments for goods and services needed to carry out Public Matters.
For the Lowell Trolley Expansion Project, the cooperative agreement positions Lowell Plan, Inc. as a convener, advocate, and project support entity working alongside community stakeholders and NPS. The organization is expected to maintain ongoing dialogue with the Trolley Expansion Task Force, a group of community and business leaders, to help provide leadership and keep momentum on the project. They are also responsible for organizing workshops and meetings to gather community input that can shape project design and development. On the technical side, Lowell Plan, Inc. provides project management and technical assistance supporting both the trolley expansion design and construction and the Phase 1 infrastructure improvements located on Park and City rights-of-way. This includes reviewing draft construction documents and reviewing environmental compliance documentation, which are often required steps before work can proceed on public land or with federal involvement. In addition, the agreement calls for completion of a defined trolley improvement scope of work (referenced as Attachment B), including preparation of Chapter 91 license plans (typically associated with Massachusetts waterways and related regulatory approvals), design for Dutton Street modification and resurfacing, and a traffic study with turning analysis. Finally, Lowell Plan, Inc. is expected to pursue additional public and private funding to support continued development and implementation beyond the resources provided in this specific award.
For the Media Arts Outreach Campaign, Lowell Plan, Inc. is responsible for producing both digital and printed materials that support a media program designed to communicate the Park story and message to diverse audiences. The work is not limited to content production; the organization is also expected to play a leadership role in helping the Park better understand the communitys varied audiences so that outreach methods and content choices are more effective and inclusive. As with the other components, Lowell Plan, Inc. serves as the fiscal agent to facilitate payments for goods and services needed to deliver the media outreach work.
The administering agency is the National Park Service, and the listed contact for access issues is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist, reachable by phone at 215-597-9153. Overall, the announcement describes a partnership-driven implementation award where Lowell Plan, Inc. coordinates leadership development programming, provides hands-on planning and technical support for transportation and infrastructure improvements linked to trolley expansion, and develops targeted media outreach materials to broaden and diversify engagement with the Park and its stories.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary cooperative agreement announcement under Funding Opportunity Number NPS 14 NERO 0105. The notice serves primarily as a public record confirming that a cooperative agreement is in place and describing the work to be carried out in coordination with NPS.
Is this an open grant competition?
No. The posting is not described as a typical open competition. The announcement repeatedly clarifies that it functions mainly as a confirmation that Lowell Plan, Inc. has been selected as the partner organization and outlines responsibilities for that partner.
Who has been selected for this cooperative agreement?
Lowell Plan, Inc. is identified in the announcement as the selected partner organization to carry out the work covered by the cooperative agreement.
What agency is administering the award?
The administering agency is the National Park Service (NPS).
What CFDA program is associated with this agreement?
The activity is associated with CFDA 15.946, Cultural Resources Management.
What is the total award amount?
The announcement lists one expected award totaling $151,866.
Is the funding amount fixed, or is there a range?
The award floor and award ceiling are both $151,866, which means the project amount is fixed as posted.
How many awards are expected?
One expected award is listed.
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. The opportunity includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement.
Who is listed as an eligible applicant?
The eligible applicant category listed is nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education). However, the announcement text also indicates the posting is specifically tied to Lowell Plan, Inc. as the selected partner.
What are the key project efforts included in this cooperative agreement?
The agreement ties together three connected efforts in Lowell: (1) the Lowell Emerging Leaders initiative (described through the Public Matters program), (2) the Lowell Trolley Expansion Project, and (3) a Media Arts Outreach Campaign.
What is Lowell Plan, Inc. responsible for under the Lowell Emerging Leaders/Public Matters effort?
Lowell Plan, Inc. is tasked with running the program operationally for calendar year 2014, increasing participation and awareness among Lowell-area business, civic, and nonprofit leaders, coordinating program delivery, managing and facilitating evaluation of the 2014 effort, and organizing planning work for the 2015 cycle.
What fiscal responsibilities does Lowell Plan, Inc. have for Public Matters?
Lowell Plan, Inc. serves as the fiscal agent to facilitate payments for goods and services needed to carry out the Public Matters program.
What is Lowell Plan, Inc. expected to do for the Lowell Trolley Expansion Project?
Lowell Plan, Inc. is positioned as a convener, advocate, and project support entity working with community stakeholders and NPS. Responsibilities include maintaining ongoing dialogue with the Trolley Expansion Task Force, organizing workshops and meetings to gather community input, and providing project management and technical assistance related to design, construction, and Phase 1 infrastructure improvements on Park and City rights-of-way.
What community engagement activities are included for the Trolley Expansion Project?
The announcement specifies that Lowell Plan, Inc. will organize workshops and meetings to gather community input to help shape project design and development, and will maintain ongoing dialogue with the Trolley Expansion Task Force (community and business leaders).
What technical review work is included for the Trolley Expansion Project?
The cooperative agreement includes reviewing draft construction documents and reviewing environmental compliance documentation, which are described as typical steps required before work proceeds on public land or with federal involvement.
What specific deliverables are referenced for trolley improvements?
The agreement calls for completion of a defined trolley improvement scope of work (referenced as Attachment B). The notice specifically mentions preparation of Chapter 91 license plans, design for Dutton Street modification and resurfacing, and a traffic study with turning analysis.
Does the cooperative agreement include pursuing additional funding?
Yes. Lowell Plan, Inc. is expected to pursue additional public and private funding to support continued development and implementation beyond the resources provided in this award.
What is included in the Media Arts Outreach Campaign portion of the work?
Lowell Plan, Inc. is responsible for producing digital and printed materials that support a media program intended to communicate the Park story and message to diverse audiences. The work also includes helping the Park better understand the community's varied audiences so outreach methods and content choices are more effective and inclusive.
What fiscal responsibilities does Lowell Plan, Inc. have for the Media Arts Outreach Campaign?
Lowell Plan, Inc. serves as the fiscal agent to facilitate payments for goods and services needed to deliver the media outreach work.
What are the key dates for this opportunity?
The posting date and creation date are August 6, 2014. The original and current closing date is August 11, 2014. The archive date is August 12, 2014.
Who should be contacted for access issues related to this opportunity?
The listed contact for access issues is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist, reachable by phone at 215-597-9153.
What is the overall purpose of the cooperative agreement as described?
The announcement describes a partnership-driven implementation award in which Lowell Plan, Inc. coordinates leadership development programming, provides planning and technical support for transportation and infrastructure improvements linked to trolley expansion, and develops targeted media outreach materials to broaden and diversify engagement with the Park and its stories, in coordination with NPS.
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