Opportunity Information: Apply for F12AS00291
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- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Migratory Bird Joint Ventures Gulf Coast Joint Venture Biological Foundation Project" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.637 Migratory Bird Joint Ventures.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 5, 2012 and posted on Jul 5, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by NOTICE OF INTENT TO MAKE A SINGLE SOURCE AWARD. THERE IS NO FULL ANNOUNCEMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS NOTICE.. (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 $80,000.00 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 Migratory Bird Joint Ventures Gulf Coast Joint Venture Biological Foundation Project (Funding Opportunity Number F12AS00291) is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Region 2 notice stating the agency's intent to issue a single-source cooperative agreement, rather than running an open competition. The planned award is estimated at up to $80,000 and is described as part of a multi-year cooperative agreement with Ducks Unlimited, Inc. The purpose is to provide targeted staff support that strengthens the scientific and biological underpinnings of the Gulf Coast Joint Venture (GCJV), with a particular emphasis on improving the biological basis for wetland conservation strategies, objectives, and on-the-ground actions, and on monitoring and evaluating how GCJV activities affect waterfowl populations over time.
At its core, the project is about ensuring that the GCJV's conservation decisions are guided by strong science and that progress can be measured and adjusted as conditions change. The work supports the long-term implementation and evaluation of GCJV plans by refining the "biological foundation" used to set priorities, design habitat conservation strategies, and assess outcomes. This fits within the broader Joint Venture model originally created to implement the North American Waterfowl Management Plan, where regional partnerships coordinate efforts among federal, state, and local governments alongside corporations and non-governmental conservation organizations. These joint ventures are intended to translate broad migratory bird population goals into practical, landscape-scale conservation planning and habitat delivery in places that matter most to priority bird species.
The notice explains that the joint venture approach relies on an adaptive management framework, often described as strategic habitat conservation. In practice, that means integrating biological planning, conservation design, conservation delivery, and then pairing those actions with monitoring, research, and evaluation to learn what works and to revise strategies based on results. USFWS provides administrative support for joint ventures under authorities including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, helping cover core staffing and operations that allow partners to coordinate and pool resources for regional conservation projects.
This award is specifically structured as a cooperative agreement because the federal government expects to be substantially involved in the work. The notice states that the GCJV Coordinator (a USFWS employee) provides day-to-day oversight of the manpower support delivered through the agreement, which is a key distinction between a cooperative agreement and a more hands-off grant. The recipient, Ducks Unlimited, is expected to supply manpower support that directly contributes to developing and refining the GCJV biological foundation, including the capacity to evaluate conservation accomplishments and link them to waterfowl population responses.
A major point in the notice is that the award is intended to be single-source to Ducks Unlimited, meaning it is not being opened for competition. USFWS argues that competing the award would disrupt the functioning of the GCJV staff team, particularly because the relevant incumbent role, identified as the Biological Team Leader, has been performing this work for many years (since 2005). The notice also states that Ducks Unlimited has a long-running, established role administering this position for the GCJV office (since 1998) and is considered uniquely qualified to continue doing so. The single-source justification is tied to Department of the Interior guidance (505 DM 2), citing criteria related to continuation of ongoing work and unique qualifications.
Administratively, the opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding, with the instrument type listed as a cooperative agreement, and the activity area aligned with environment and natural resources. It lists one expected award, no cost sharing or matching requirement, and CFDA number 15.637 (Migratory Bird Joint Ventures). The posting date is July 5, 2012, and the notice makes clear there is no full public announcement with an application package, because it is a notice of intent to make a single-source award rather than an open solicitation. The listed point of contact is Barry Wilson, Gulf Coast JV Coordinator, with the provided phone number and email for questions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Region 2 notice of intent for the Migratory Bird Joint Ventures Gulf Coast Joint Venture Biological Foundation Project (Funding Opportunity Number F12AS00291). It describes USFWS plans to issue a single-source cooperative agreement rather than run an open, competitive solicitation.
Is this an open, competitive grant solicitation?
No. The notice explicitly states it is not an open competition and that there is no full public announcement with an application package. It is a notice of intent to make a single-source award.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The intended recipient is Ducks Unlimited, Inc. The notice explains that the cooperative agreement is planned as part of a multi-year relationship with Ducks Unlimited.
Why is the award being made as a single-source agreement?
USFWS states that competing the award could disrupt the functioning of the Gulf Coast Joint Venture (GCJV) staff team. The notice points to continuity of ongoing work and unique qualifications, including that the incumbent Biological Team Leader has performed this work since 2005 and that Ducks Unlimited has administered this position for the GCJV office since 1998. The justification references Department of the Interior guidance (505 DM 2).
What type of federal funding instrument is planned?
The instrument type is a cooperative agreement.
What is the key difference between this cooperative agreement and a more hands-off grant?
The notice explains that a cooperative agreement is used because the federal government expects substantial involvement. Specifically, the GCJV Coordinator (a USFWS employee) is described as providing day-to-day oversight of the manpower support delivered through the agreement.
What is the estimated funding amount?
The planned award is estimated at up to $80,000.
How many awards are expected?
The opportunity lists one expected award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The notice indicates there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What is the purpose of the project?
The purpose is to provide targeted staff support that strengthens the scientific and biological underpinnings (the "biological foundation") of the Gulf Coast Joint Venture. The emphasis is on improving the biological basis for wetland conservation strategies, objectives, and on-the-ground actions, and on monitoring and evaluating how GCJV activities affect waterfowl populations over time.
What does "biological foundation" mean in this notice?
Based on the notice, the biological foundation is the scientific and biological basis used to set conservation priorities, design habitat and wetland conservation strategies, support long-term implementation of GCJV plans, and evaluate outcomes so decisions can be adjusted as conditions change.
What kinds of activities or work are supported by this project?
The notice describes work that supports long-term implementation and evaluation of GCJV plans by refining the biological foundation, strengthening the capacity to evaluate conservation accomplishments, and linking conservation actions to waterfowl population responses through monitoring, evaluation, and related scientific support.
Which conservation framework does this work align with?
The notice ties the project to an adaptive management framework often described as strategic habitat conservation. It describes integrating biological planning, conservation design, conservation delivery, and pairing these actions with monitoring, research, and evaluation to learn what works and revise strategies based on results.
How does this project fit within the Joint Venture model?
The notice explains that joint ventures were created to implement the North American Waterfowl Management Plan, using regional partnerships to translate broad migratory bird population goals into landscape-scale conservation planning and habitat delivery for priority bird species in key areas.
What topic or activity area does the opportunity fall under?
The opportunity is aligned with environment and natural resources.
Is this considered discretionary or mandatory funding?
The opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding.
Which federal program identifier is associated with this opportunity?
The notice lists CFDA number 15.637 (Migratory Bird Joint Ventures).
Which authorities does USFWS cite for supporting joint ventures?
The notice states that USFWS provides administrative support for joint ventures under authorities including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, helping cover core staffing and operations that support coordination among partners.
Who provides oversight from the federal side?
The notice states the GCJV Coordinator, a USFWS employee, provides day-to-day oversight of the manpower support under the cooperative agreement.
What role is highlighted as central to the continuity argument?
The notice identifies an incumbent role described as the Biological Team Leader, noting the individual has been performing this work for many years (since 2005).
When was this notice posted?
The posting date listed is July 5, 2012.
Is there an application package available to the public?
No. The notice indicates there is no full public announcement with an application package because it is a notice of intent for a single-source award, not an open solicitation.
Who is the point of contact for questions?
The listed point of contact is Barry Wilson, Gulf Coast JV Coordinator. The notice provides a phone number and email address for inquiries.
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