Opportunity Information: Apply for P15AS00165
Apply for P15AS00165
- 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 "Moisture Ingress Investigation and Treatment for the Second Bank of the U.S." and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.945 Cooperative Research and Training Programs Resources of the National Park System.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 11, 2015 and posted on Jun 11, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 21, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Park Service issued a discretionary grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number P15AS00165) titled "Moisture Ingress Investigation and Treatment for the Second Bank of the U.S." The project focuses on a specific preservation problem at the historic Second Bank of the United States: unwanted moisture entering the building and affecting the interior. The core purpose of the award is to carry out a thorough investigation that documents existing conditions, analyzes how and why moisture is getting into the structure, evaluates the contributing factors, and then turns those findings into practical, preservation-appropriate treatment recommendations aimed at rehabilitating the building's interior spaces. In other words, the work is intended to move from diagnosis to an actionable plan that the Park Service can use to address the moisture problems while respecting the building's historic fabric.
This opportunity was offered as a cooperative agreement, meaning the National Park Service expected to be actively involved in the project rather than simply providing funds with minimal engagement. The funding activity category is listed under "Other," with clarification provided as "Cultural Resources," which signals that the effort is part of historic preservation and stewardship of nationally significant resources rather than, for example, basic scientific research or social programming. The opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.945, described as Cooperative Research and Training Programs - Resources of the National Park System, aligning it with projects that help the Park Service understand, preserve, and manage important sites.
Eligibility was limited to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education. That restriction suggests the Park Service was looking for an academic partner with specialized expertise, such as historic building conservation, architectural conservation, materials science, building pathology, environmental monitoring, or preservation engineering. Cost sharing or matching was not required, which generally lowers the barrier to participation for eligible universities and indicates the government did not require the recipient to contribute additional non-federal funds to be considered.
The announcement was posted and created on June 11, 2015, with an original and current closing date of June 21, 2015, and an archive date of July 11, 2015. The very short application window implies this may have been a targeted or time-sensitive procurement of expertise, possibly to address active deterioration risks or to support a planned rehabilitation timeline. The listing shows an estimated total funding amount of $0 and an award floor/ceiling of $0, which typically means the public notice did not specify the dollar value in the synopsis even though an award was intended, or that funding details were handled through the full announcement and associated discussions rather than stated directly in the summary record.
For applicants or interested parties needing the full announcement, the posting directed them to Grants.gov for additional details. The designated contact for access issues was Rita Mihalik, Financial Assistance Officer at the National Park Service (phone 301-663-1481 x5, email ritamihalik@nps.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the official title and identifier for this grant opportunity?
The National Park Service issued a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Moisture Ingress Investigation and Treatment for the Second Bank of the U.S." The Funding Opportunity Number is P15AS00165.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
This opportunity was issued by the National Park Service (NPS).
What type of funding instrument is being used (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
The opportunity was offered as a cooperative agreement. This indicates the National Park Service expected to be actively involved in the project rather than simply providing funding with minimal engagement.
What problem is the project trying to address?
The project focuses on a preservation problem at the historic Second Bank of the United States: unwanted moisture entering the building and affecting the interior.
What is the main purpose of the award?
The core purpose is to carry out a thorough investigation that documents existing conditions, analyzes how and why moisture is getting into the structure, evaluates contributing factors, and turns those findings into practical, preservation-appropriate treatment recommendations aimed at rehabilitating the building's interior spaces.
What kind of work is expected under this project?
Based on the description, the work is intended to move from diagnosis to an actionable plan, including: documenting existing conditions, analyzing moisture entry pathways and mechanisms, evaluating contributing factors, and developing preservation-appropriate treatment recommendations for rehabilitating interior spaces while respecting the building's historic fabric.
How is this opportunity categorized by funding activity?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other," with the clarification "Cultural Resources." This signals the effort is tied to historic preservation and stewardship of nationally significant resources.
What CFDA program is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.945, described as Cooperative Research and Training Programs - Resources of the National Park System.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education.
Does this opportunity require cost sharing or a matching contribution?
No. Cost sharing or matching was not required.
When was the opportunity posted?
The announcement was posted and created on June 11, 2015.
What was the application deadline?
The original and current closing date was June 21, 2015.
Is the opportunity archived, and if so, when was it archived?
Yes. The archive date listed is July 11, 2015.
How long was the application window?
From the posted date (June 11, 2015) to the closing date (June 21, 2015), the application window was very short, suggesting the opportunity may have been targeted or time-sensitive.
How much funding was available?
The listing shows an estimated total funding amount of $0 and an award floor/ceiling of $0. This typically means the public synopsis did not specify the dollar value in the summary record, even though an award was intended, or that funding details were addressed in the full announcement rather than the brief listing.
Where should applicants go to find the full announcement and application details?
The posting directed applicants to Grants.gov for additional details and access to the full announcement materials.
Who can be contacted for access issues related to the announcement?
The designated contact for access issues was Rita Mihalik, Financial Assistance Officer at the National Park Service. Phone: 301-663-1481 x5. Email: ritamihalik@nps.gov.
What expertise does this opportunity appear to be seeking from applicants?
Because eligibility was limited to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, the description suggests NPS was looking for an academic partner with specialized expertise relevant to investigating and addressing moisture issues in a historic building, such as historic building conservation, architectural conservation, materials science, building pathology, environmental monitoring, or preservation engineering.
Is the focus more on research or on practical implementation?
Based on the stated purpose, the work is geared toward a practical outcome: a documented investigation and analysis that results in actionable, preservation-appropriate treatment recommendations the Park Service can use to address moisture problems while respecting historic materials.
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