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- 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 "Mitigate Damage to Kijik National Historic Landmark Year 2" 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 May 5, 2014 and posted on May 5, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by This is public notice of 2014 funding to use on a continuation of a project originally established in 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $80,586.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $80,586.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity "Mitigate Damage to Kijik National Historic Landmark Year 2" (Funding Opportunity Number P14AS00090) is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary cooperative agreement focused on protecting threatened cultural resources in the Kijik National Historic Landmark (NHL) Archeological District in the Lake Clark region of Alaska. It is essentially year two of a continuation project that began in 2013, with the 2014 portion providing $80,586 in funding. With this second-year investment, the overall project total reaches $168,586. The work is aimed at selected prehistoric Denaina settlement locations considered most vulnerable to damage from environmental threats, especially flooding linked to beaver dam activity and the disturbance of buried cultural deposits caused by tree falls and uprooting of large, beetle-killed spruce.
A defining feature of the project is that it combines two fully integrated tracks: archeological fieldwork and Denaina heritage preservation. Rather than treating traditional knowledge as an add-on, the project structure makes Denaina traditional knowledge and cultural values central to planning and implementation. Community participation is expected from the start, with a strong reliance on elders and tribal members, and the project is designed to function in part as a culture camp environment where traditional ecological and cultural knowledge can be shared, practiced, and passed on while stewardship work is happening on the ground.
The archeological scope is both technical and practical. A key input is LIDAR "bare earth" imagery collected on June 5, 2013, which will be analyzed to spot previously unrecorded sites and landforms with high archeological potential and to track landscape change over time. The project also calls for compiling and updating archeological records dating from 1966 to the present so that park files and the relevant NPS management systems remain complete and current. Site boundaries will be mapped, and within large composite sites (examples mentioned include the Fish Pools site and North Kijik), distinct house clusters will be captured with high-precision GPS so separate settlements can be distinguished and managed appropriately. Existing and newly created site maps will be connected to a GIS layer to support long-term management decisions, research planning, and monitoring of damage risks.
Field investigations will be prioritized according to threat level, with excavation targeted where environmental impacts are most pressing. One house site will be chosen for a full excavation, with an applied outcome in mind: reconstruction and the development of an educational exhibit. In other words, the project is not only about documenting the past; it is also about producing tangible interpretive and educational outputs that can help visitors and community members understand and value the Denaina presence at Kijik and the continuity of Denaina history in the region.
The cooperative agreement structure is important because it spells out substantial NPS involvement rather than a simple pass-through grant. The Nondalton Tribal Council (NTC) and NPS will collaborate closely on fieldwork, analysis, exhibit development, and final reporting. NTC will coordinate much of the work, including overseeing the LIDAR analysis (with NPS support), preparing a detailed research design and work plan, organizing elder and tribal participation, coordinating field activities, and producing annual reports. The partners will also assign key roles such as a Principal Investigator archeologist and an NTC project coordinator to ensure the work meets the Secretary of the Interior's professional standards for archeology while keeping Denaina participation integral, not symbolic.
On the NPS side, the agency commits to providing archeological expertise and access to relevant datasets for the Kijik NHL, helping with transportation to and from the study area and Nondalton, and supplying GIS land and resource information plus logistical support as needed. NPS also takes responsibility for coordinating official communications with interested parties, including Native corporations and other state and federal agencies, and for managing review of draft publications and associated products. This division of responsibilities reflects a joint stewardship model where technical compliance, research quality, and community-based cultural priorities are meant to move together.
The announcement also functions as public notice of a non-competitive, single-source award to the Nondalton Tribal Council. The stated justification is based on "unique qualifications" under Department of the Interior policy (505 DM 2). The Kijik area is identified as the traditional homeland of the Denaina people of Nondalton, and NTC is described as the federally recognized tribal government responsible for the wellbeing of its members and for representing them in government-to-government relations. The opportunity emphasizes that the Kijik NHL Archeological District contains the largest known grouping of Denaina settlements and preserves an unusually complete record of roughly 900 years of Denaina cultural continuity and change, making the site culturally significant in a way that cannot be separated from the Nondalton Denaina community. The notice explicitly states that the importance of Kijik to NTC cannot be overstated, which is the core rationale for why competitive sourcing is not considered practicable for this work.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity lists an expected award count of one, no cost sharing or matching requirement, an award ceiling and floor both set at $80,586, and eligibility limited to federally recognized Native American tribal governments. The program is categorized under Cultural Resources Management (CFDA 15.946). The statutory authority cited is 16 USC 3101 under the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act. The technical contact is Katie Myers (Kathrynmyers@nps.gov, 907-644-3631) with the National Park Service Alaska Region, and the financial agreements contact listed is Tina Spengler (TinaSpengler@nps.gov, 907-644-3303). The posting date is May 5, 2014, and the notice explains there is no typical open closing date because it is a continuation funding notice tied to the project initiated in 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "Mitigate Damage to Kijik National Historic Landmark Year 2" grant opportunity?
It is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary cooperative agreement focused on protecting threatened cultural resources in the Kijik National Historic Landmark (NHL) Archeological District in the Lake Clark region of Alaska. This opportunity represents year two of a continuation project that began in 2013.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this award?
The Funding Opportunity Number is P14AS00090.
How much funding is available under this year of the project?
The 2014 (year two) portion provides $80,586.
What is the total project funding across both years described?
With this second-year investment, the overall project total reaches $168,586.
How many awards does NPS expect to make under this opportunity?
The expected award count is one.
Is this a competitive grant opportunity?
No. The notice serves as public notice of a non-competitive, single-source award to the Nondalton Tribal Council (NTC), justified by "unique qualifications" under Department of the Interior policy (505 DM 2).
Who is the intended recipient of the single-source award?
The intended recipient is the Nondalton Tribal Council (NTC).
Who is eligible to apply for this opportunity (based on the eligibility statement)?
Eligibility is limited to federally recognized Native American tribal governments.
Is there any cost sharing or matching requirement?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What are the award ceiling and award floor?
Both the award ceiling and the award floor are set at $80,586.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The project is aimed at mitigating damage to selected prehistoric Denaina settlement locations that are considered most vulnerable to environmental threats, especially flooding linked to beaver dam activity and disturbance of buried cultural deposits from tree falls and uprooting of large, beetle-killed spruce.
Where does the work take place?
The work takes place in the Kijik National Historic Landmark (NHL) Archeological District in the Lake Clark region of Alaska.
What cultural resources are being protected?
The focus is on threatened cultural resources associated with prehistoric Denaina settlement locations within the Kijik NHL Archeological District, which is described as containing the largest known grouping of Denaina settlements and preserving an unusually complete record of roughly 900 years of Denaina cultural continuity and change.
What are the two main tracks of work in this project?
The project combines two fully integrated tracks: (1) archeological fieldwork and (2) Denaina heritage preservation.
How is Denaina traditional knowledge incorporated into the project?
Denaina traditional knowledge and cultural values are central to planning and implementation. Community participation is expected from the start, with strong reliance on elders and tribal members. The project is also designed to function in part as a culture camp environment where traditional ecological and cultural knowledge can be shared and practiced while stewardship work occurs.
What kinds of archeological data and technology are used?
A key input is LIDAR "bare earth" imagery collected on June 5, 2013. The imagery will be analyzed to identify previously unrecorded sites and landforms with high archeological potential and to track landscape change over time.
Does the project include updating existing archeological records?
Yes. The project calls for compiling and updating archeological records dating from 1966 to the present to keep park files and relevant NPS management systems complete and current.
How will sites and features be mapped?
Site boundaries will be mapped. Within large composite sites (examples mentioned include the Fish Pools site and North Kijik), distinct house clusters will be captured with high-precision GPS so separate settlements can be distinguished and managed appropriately. Existing and newly created site maps will be connected to a GIS layer.
How are field investigations and excavations prioritized?
Field investigations are prioritized according to threat level, with excavation targeted where environmental impacts are most pressing.
Will any excavation be conducted, and what is the intended outcome?
Yes. One house site will be chosen for a full excavation with an applied outcome in mind: reconstruction and development of an educational exhibit.
What long-term management benefits are expected from the GIS and mapping work?
Linking site maps to a GIS layer is intended to support long-term management decisions, research planning, and monitoring of damage risks.
What makes this award a cooperative agreement rather than a simple grant?
The cooperative agreement structure reflects substantial NPS involvement. NTC and NPS will collaborate closely on fieldwork, analysis, exhibit development, and final reporting rather than NPS acting as a pass-through funder.
What are the Nondalton Tribal Council's (NTC) main responsibilities under the project?
NTC is expected to coordinate much of the work, including overseeing the LIDAR analysis (with NPS support), preparing a detailed research design and work plan, organizing elder and tribal participation, coordinating field activities, and producing annual reports. The partners will also assign key roles such as a Principal Investigator archeologist and an NTC project coordinator.
What standards must the archeological work meet?
The project is intended to meet the Secretary of the Interior's professional standards for archeology, while also ensuring Denaina participation remains integral rather than symbolic.
What are the National Park Service's (NPS) responsibilities in this project?
NPS commits to providing archeological expertise and access to relevant datasets for the Kijik NHL, helping with transportation to and from the study area and Nondalton, and supplying GIS land and resource information plus logistical support as needed. NPS also coordinates official communications with interested parties (including Native corporations and other state and federal agencies) and manages review of draft publications and associated products.
Why is a single-source award considered appropriate for this work?
The opportunity states the justification is based on unique qualifications. Kijik is identified as the traditional homeland of the Denaina people of Nondalton, and NTC is described as the federally recognized tribal government responsible for the wellbeing of its members and for representing them in government-to-government relations. The notice emphasizes that the cultural importance of Kijik to NTC cannot be overstated and that competitive sourcing is not considered practicable for this work.
What program category or assistance listing is associated with this grant?
The program is categorized under Cultural Resources Management (CFDA 15.946).
What statutory authority is cited for this opportunity?
The statutory authority cited is 16 USC 3101 under the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act.
When was this opportunity posted?
The posting date is May 5, 2014.
Is there an application deadline or closing date?
The notice explains there is no typical open closing date because it is a continuation funding notice tied to the project initiated in 2013.
Who is the technical contact for this opportunity?
The technical contact is Katie Myers (Kathrynmyers@nps.gov, 907-644-3631), National Park Service Alaska Region.
Who is the financial agreements contact for this opportunity?
The financial agreements contact is Tina Spengler (TinaSpengler@nps.gov, 907-644-3303).
What kinds of deliverables or products are anticipated?
Based on the description, anticipated products include LIDAR analysis outputs, updated archeological records (1966 to present), mapped site boundaries and high-precision GPS documentation of house clusters, GIS-linked maps/layers to support management and monitoring, annual reports, and an educational exhibit tied to reconstruction of a fully excavated house site. Draft publications and associated products are also referenced as items subject to NPS review.
How does the project address environmental threats specifically mentioned in the notice?
The project focuses on mitigating damage from flooding linked to beaver dam activity and from tree falls and uprooting of large, beetle-killed spruce that can disturb buried cultural deposits.
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