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- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Model Validation for Migratory Bird Concentration Areas in WY" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.655 Migratory Bird Monitoring, Assessment and Conservation.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 16, 2012 and posted on Jul 16, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 17, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $75,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $75,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities State governments Independent school districts County governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Small businesses Individuals Special district governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "Model Validation for Migratory Bird Concentration Areas in WY" (Funding Opportunity Number F12AS00321) is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) discretionary grant focused on improving the reliability of a conceptual model that identifies migratory bird concentration use areas in Wyoming. The core purpose is to fund field validation of an existing conceptual model developed through a partnership between the Wyoming Natural Diversity Database (WYNDD) and The Nature Conservancy (TNC). FWS intends to use the validated and revised model as an input to its larger LEAP effort, and notes that no other model currently addresses the agency's specific questions about migratory bird concentration areas.
This announcement is structured as a Notice of Intent to make a single-source award to WYNDD rather than a competitive solicitation. The justification given is that the proposed work originated as an unsolicited proposal featuring a unique and innovative approach that is advantageous to program objectives. FWS states that during literature reviews supporting LEAP, it identified this particular conceptual model and determined it was the only available framework suitable for their needs, making it appropriate for an award without competition under Department of the Interior policy (505 DM 2.14 B #1).
The work plan is organized around a tight, multi-season timeline covering 2012 and 2013. In 2012, the recipient is expected to test and refine the field study methods that will later be deployed at full scale. The project also includes recruiting, hiring, and training staff needed to carry out the studies. During the 2013 migration season(s), WYNDD will conduct field studies aimed specifically at validating the conceptual models in real-world conditions. The data collected will be analyzed during summer 2013, and the conceptual models are to be revised based on the findings by the end of 2013. Final deliverables due by the end of 2013 include a revised Migratory Bird Concentration Use Area Report and associated GIS layers provided to the FWS Region 6 office in Lakewood, Colorado.
Financially, the opportunity lists an estimated total funding amount of $75,000, with an award ceiling of $75,000 and an award floor of $5,000. Only one award is expected, and there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The CFDA number associated with the program is 15.655 (Migratory Bird Monitoring, Assessment and Conservation), and the activity category is Environment and Natural Resources. While the eligible applicant list is broad (including universities, nonprofits, governments, tribes, businesses, and individuals), the notice makes clear that the intended recipient is WYNDD under the single-source approach.
Key administrative details include a posted date of July 16, 2012, with an original and current closing date of July 17, 2012, and an archive date of December 30, 2012. For access issues or questions about the full announcement, the point of contact is Pam Repp at pamrepp@fws.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title and funding opportunity number for this grant?
The opportunity is titled "Model Validation for Migratory Bird Concentration Areas in WY" and the Funding Opportunity Number is F12AS00321.
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
This is a discretionary grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The purpose is to improve the reliability of an existing conceptual model that identifies migratory bird concentration use areas in Wyoming by funding field validation and model revision based on real-world data.
What model is being validated, and who developed it?
The grant supports validation of a conceptual model developed through a partnership between the Wyoming Natural Diversity Database (WYNDD) and The Nature Conservancy (TNC).
Why does FWS want this model validated?
FWS intends to use a validated and revised version of the model as an input to its larger LEAP effort, and the notice states that no other model currently addresses the agency's specific questions about migratory bird concentration areas.
Is this a competitive funding opportunity?
No. The announcement is a Notice of Intent to make a single-source award rather than a competitive solicitation.
Who is the intended recipient?
The notice indicates that the intended recipient is the Wyoming Natural Diversity Database (WYNDD) under the single-source approach.
Why is the award being made without competition?
FWS explains that the work originated as an unsolicited proposal with a unique and innovative approach that supports program objectives. FWS also states that its LEAP-related literature reviews identified this conceptual model as the only available framework suitable for its needs, supporting a non-competitive award under Department of the Interior policy (505 DM 2.14 B #1).
What is the expected project timeline?
The work plan spans 2012 and 2013. In 2012, the recipient is expected to test and refine field study methods and recruit, hire, and train staff. During the 2013 migration season(s), field studies are conducted to validate the conceptual models. Data analysis is planned for summer 2013, and the models are revised by the end of 2013.
What activities are expected in 2012?
In 2012, the recipient is expected to test and refine the field study methods that will be used at full scale later, and to recruit, hire, and train staff needed to carry out the studies.
What activities are expected during 2013?
During the 2013 migration season(s), field studies are conducted specifically to validate the conceptual models in real-world conditions. The collected data is analyzed during summer 2013, and the conceptual models are revised based on findings by the end of 2013.
What are the final deliverables?
By the end of 2013, the deliverables include a revised Migratory Bird Concentration Use Area Report and associated GIS layers.
Where are the final deliverables sent?
The revised report and associated GIS layers are to be provided to the FWS Region 6 office in Lakewood, Colorado.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding amount is $75,000.
What is the award ceiling and award floor?
The award ceiling is $75,000 and the award floor is $5,000.
How many awards does FWS expect to make?
Only one award is expected.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The notice states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number listed is 15.655, which corresponds to Migratory Bird Monitoring, Assessment and Conservation.
What activity category does this opportunity fall under?
The activity category is Environment and Natural Resources.
Who is eligible to apply?
The eligible applicant list is broad and includes universities, nonprofits, governments, tribes, businesses, and individuals. However, the notice also makes clear that this is a single-source approach with WYNDD as the intended recipient.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posted date is July 16, 2012.
What are the closing dates?
The original closing date and the current closing date are both listed as July 17, 2012.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is December 30, 2012.
Who can I contact with questions or if I have trouble accessing the full announcement?
The point of contact is Pam Repp, and the email address provided is pamrepp@fws.gov.
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