Opportunity Information: Apply for R2 NWRS 20133 0001
Apply for R2 NWRS 20133 0001
- The Region 2 in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Masked Bobwhite Quail Captive Facility Development" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 00.000 Not Elsewhere Classified.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 31, 2009 and posted on Mar 31, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 6, 2009. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $118,453.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $118,453.00 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 opportunity is available to a single source only (Africam Safari).
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Opportunity Summary:
The "Masked Bobwhite Quail Captive Facility Development" grant opportunity is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Region 2 discretionary funding announcement focused on strengthening recovery efforts for the endangered masked bobwhite quail through the creation and improvement of captive breeding capacity. The core aim is to establish or develop a dedicated captive breeding facility and improve the technical methods needed to successfully hold, breed, and rear masked bobwhite quail in a controlled setting. In practice, the project is meant to support conservation breeding as a tool to sustain or grow populations for long-term species recovery work.
This opportunity is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the work is intended to be carried out in close coordination with USFWS rather than as a hands-off grant. The selected grantee is expected to actively assist the agency with several connected tasks: identifying and securing the participation of a suitable zoological institution capable of housing and breeding the birds, supporting the planning and design of a new or improved captive breeding facility, refining captive breeding protocols (the step-by-step methods used to manage breeding pairs, reproduction, and husbandry), and modifying or improving rearing protocols (the procedures for raising chicks successfully, including handling, diet, environmental conditions, and other management practices). Together, these deliverables are geared toward increasing breeding success and improving survival and readiness of birds raised in captivity.
The funding parameters are narrowly defined. The announcement anticipates a single award, with an estimated total funding amount of $118,453. The award ceiling and floor are both listed as $118,453, indicating the agency planned a fixed award amount rather than a range. No cost sharing or matching funds are required, which means the recipient would not be expected to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving the award.
Eligibility is also tightly restricted. The notice specifies the opportunity is available as a single-source award to Africam Safari, which effectively means it was not an open competitive solicitation. While the general eligible applicant category is listed as "Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification)," the eligibility clarification makes clear that only the named entity was intended to receive this cooperative agreement.
Key timeline details show the opportunity was posted and created on March 31, 2009, with an original and current closing date of April 6, 2009, and an archive date of May 6, 2009. The short open period aligns with the single-source nature of the award. The funding activity category is Natural Resources, and the CFDA number is listed as 00.000 (Not Elsewhere Classified), which is sometimes used when an activity does not map cleanly to a specific CFDA program listing.
For applicants or stakeholders who needed help accessing the full announcement at the time, the point of contact was Robert Mesta with USFWS, reachable by phone at 520-882-0047, at 738 N. 5th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85705, or by email at robertmesta@fws.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "Masked Bobwhite Quail Captive Facility Development" funding opportunity?
It is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Region 2 discretionary funding announcement focused on strengthening recovery efforts for the endangered masked bobwhite quail by creating and improving captive breeding capacity.
What is the main goal of this opportunity?
The core aim is to establish or develop a dedicated captive breeding facility and improve the technical methods needed to successfully hold, breed, and rear masked bobwhite quail in a controlled setting. The work is intended to support conservation breeding as a tool to sustain or grow populations for long-term species recovery.
What type of award is being offered?
This opportunity is structured as a cooperative agreement, which means the project is intended to be carried out in close coordination with USFWS rather than as a hands-off grant.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
Based on the announcement description, the selected recipient is expected to work closely with USFWS and actively assist with connected tasks such as securing a suitable zoological institution, supporting facility planning and design, and refining breeding and rearing protocols.
What kinds of activities or deliverables are expected under this cooperative agreement?
The announcement describes several linked deliverables, including:
- Identifying and securing the participation of a suitable zoological institution capable of housing and breeding masked bobwhite quail
- Supporting planning and design of a new or improved captive breeding facility
- Refining captive breeding protocols (step-by-step methods for managing breeding pairs, reproduction, and husbandry)
- Modifying or improving rearing protocols (procedures for raising chicks successfully, including handling, diet, environmental conditions, and related practices)
How does this project support masked bobwhite quail recovery?
The described work is geared toward increasing breeding success in captivity and improving the survival and readiness of birds raised in a controlled setting, supporting long-term recovery efforts for the endangered masked bobwhite quail.
Which USFWS region is associated with this opportunity?
The announcement is identified as a USFWS Region 2 discretionary funding opportunity.
What is the funding activity category for this opportunity?
The funding activity category is listed as Natural Resources.
How many awards were anticipated?
The announcement anticipates a single award.
What is the total estimated funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $118,453.
Is the funding amount flexible (a range), or is it fixed?
It appears to be fixed. The award ceiling and award floor are both listed as $118,453, indicating the agency planned a set award amount rather than a range.
Is cost sharing or a match required?
No. The announcement states that no cost sharing or matching funds are required.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was tightly restricted. The notice specifies the opportunity is available as a single-source award to Africam Safari, meaning it was not an open, competitive solicitation.
Was this an open competitive grant opportunity?
No. The announcement indicates it was intended as a single-source award to a named entity (Africam Safari), which aligns with the short open period and the eligibility clarification.
The eligibility category says "Others." What does that mean here?
While the general eligible applicant category is listed as "Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification)," the eligibility clarification specifies that only Africam Safari was intended to receive this cooperative agreement.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted and created on March 31, 2009. The original and current closing date is April 6, 2009.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is listed as May 6, 2009.
Why was the application window so short?
The information provided indicates the award was single-source to a named entity, and the short open period (March 31, 2009 to April 6, 2009) aligns with that single-source structure.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number is listed as 00.000 (Not Elsewhere Classified), which is sometimes used when an activity does not map cleanly to a specific CFDA program listing.
Who was the point of contact for questions about the announcement?
The listed point of contact was Robert Mesta with USFWS.
What contact information was provided for the point of contact?
The announcement provided the following contact details:
- Phone: 520-882-0047
- Address: 738 N. 5th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85705
- Email: robertmesta@fws.gov
What kinds of institutions are mentioned as being involved in the work?
The announcement specifically mentions identifying and securing participation of a suitable zoological institution capable of housing and breeding masked bobwhite quail.
What is meant by "captive breeding protocols" in this announcement?
In the description provided, captive breeding protocols refer to the step-by-step methods used to manage breeding pairs, reproduction, and husbandry for masked bobwhite quail in captivity.
What is meant by "rearing protocols" in this announcement?
In the description provided, rearing protocols refer to the procedures for successfully raising chicks, including handling, diet, environmental conditions, and other management practices.
Does the announcement describe the intended conservation outcome of improving protocols?
Yes. The listed deliverables are described as being geared toward increasing breeding success and improving the survival and readiness of birds raised in captivity.
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