Opportunity Information: Apply for R13AS20019
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- The Bureau of Reclamation Mid Pacific Region in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Monitor Lake Limnology, Quantify/Monitor Tributary Nutrient Loading, Research Fish Facility Support, Sprague River Water Quality Lab (SRWQL) Nutrient Analysis and USGS UKL Sample Analysis" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.517 Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 31, 2013 and posted on May 31, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 14, 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 $445,476.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $445,476.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments For profit organizations other than small businesses Small businesses Private institutions of higher education Special district governments State governments Individuals.
- This requirement is posted as a Notice of Intent to Award to The Klamath Tribe.
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding opportunity (R13AS20019) is a Bureau of Reclamation, Mid Pacific Region grant listed as a continuation award to support ongoing natural resource monitoring and related fish facility work in the Upper Klamath Lake (UKL) basin. The core aim is to keep a long-running cooperative monitoring program in place for Upper Klamath Lake and its tributaries, while also supporting hatchery fish maintenance tied to research and recovery needs in the system. In practical terms, the work is focused on tracking lake conditions and tributary inputs over time using consistent, standardized methods so that agencies and partners can compare year-to-year trends and evaluate how management actions or environmental changes are affecting water quality and the broader aquatic ecosystem.
A major emphasis is lake limnology monitoring, meaning routine measurement of key in-lake conditions that describe how the lake functions physically, chemically, and biologically. The notice highlights continued standardized measurements of water quality and nutrients, along with the composition and dynamics of zooplankton and phytoplankton communities. That combination matters because in systems like Upper Klamath Lake, nutrient levels and algal community structure can drive bloom conditions, oxygen dynamics, and habitat suitability for fish. Tracking plankton communities alongside chemistry and general water quality provides a more complete picture of what is happening in the lake, not just a snapshot of nutrient concentrations.
Another central component is quantifying and monitoring nutrient loading from tributaries into Upper Klamath Lake. Nutrient loading work typically involves measuring concentrations and flows in tributary streams to estimate how much nitrogen, phosphorus, and related constituents are entering the lake over time. That information helps identify major sources and seasonal patterns, supports modeling efforts, and informs watershed or in-lake management strategies. Because the opportunity frames this as continued monitoring, the expectation is that the recipient will maintain consistent sampling protocols and reporting so the dataset remains comparable across years.
The opportunity also includes support for research fish facility operations, described as maintaining hatchery fish. While the notice does not list detailed hatchery tasks, the inclusion indicates that part of the grant supports keeping fish alive and healthy for ongoing research, monitoring, or conservation activities linked to the basin. This is often critical in lake and river systems where fish populations are sensitive to water quality and habitat conditions and where research facilities support studies that guide management decisions.
Laboratory analysis is explicitly part of the scope. The Sprague River Water Quality Lab (SRWQL) nutrient analysis element suggests that nutrient samples collected through the monitoring program will be analyzed through that lab capability, helping ensure timely and consistent analytical results. In addition, the opportunity references USGS Upper Klamath Lake sample analysis, indicating coordination with USGS for certain lake sample processing or specialized analyses. Together, these lab components underline that the grant is not only about collecting field samples, but also about producing defensible analytical data that can be used by Reclamation and partners.
Administratively, this announcement is a Notice of Intent to Award rather than an open call for applications. The agency states it intends to make a grant agreement with The Klamath Tribe, and it explicitly says the notice is not a request for competitive proposals. The document cites Departmental Manual 505 DM 2, paragraph 2.14(B)(4) as the authority supporting a determination not to compete the assistance, and notes that such a determination is at the government’s discretion. Although the listing includes a broad set of eligible applicant categories (including governments, tribes, universities, nonprofits, for-profits, small businesses, and individuals), the eligibility information clarifies that this specific requirement is being posted as an intent to award to The Klamath Tribe.
Key funding details included in the posting are an estimated total funding amount of $445,476, with an award ceiling of $445,476 and an award floor of $0, and an expectation of a single award. There is no stated cost sharing or matching requirement. The opportunity is categorized as continuation funding, with the funding instrument type listed as a grant and the activity category listed as natural resources. The CFDA number provided is 15.517 (Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act). The posting date and creation date are May 31, 2013, with a closing date of June 14, 2013, and an archive date of June 15, 2013.
For compliance and administrative processing, the System for Award Management (SAM) applies, meaning entities that receive federal financial assistance generally must maintain appropriate SAM registration. The point of contact for questions is Judy A. Hudson, Grants Management Specialist, reachable at jhudson@usbr.gov, and the announcement notes that those who have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically can contact her as well.
FAQs: R13AS20019 - Upper Klamath Lake Natural Resource Monitoring and Fish Facility Support (Notice of Intent to Award)
What is the funding opportunity R13AS20019?
R13AS20019 is a Bureau of Reclamation, Mid Pacific Region grant described as a continuation award. It supports ongoing natural resource monitoring and related fish facility work in the Upper Klamath Lake (UKL) basin, with an emphasis on maintaining a long-running cooperative monitoring program for Upper Klamath Lake and its tributaries.
What is the main purpose of this grant?
The core aim is to keep a consistent, standardized monitoring program in place to track Upper Klamath Lake conditions and tributary inputs over time. The intent is to support year-to-year comparisons and help agencies and partners evaluate how management actions or environmental changes affect water quality and the broader aquatic ecosystem.
Is this an open, competitive funding opportunity?
No. This announcement is a Notice of Intent to Award and is explicitly not a request for competitive proposals.
Who does the agency intend to award this grant to?
The agency states it intends to make a grant agreement with The Klamath Tribe.
Why is the award not being competed?
The notice cites Departmental Manual 505 DM 2, paragraph 2.14(B)(4) as the authority supporting a determination not to compete the assistance. The notice also states that this determination is at the government's discretion.
If the listing shows many eligible applicant types, can others apply to this award?
Although the listing includes a broad set of eligible applicant categories (including governments, tribes, universities, nonprofits, for-profits, small businesses, and individuals), this specific posting clarifies it is an intent to award to The Klamath Tribe and is not a competitive call for applications.
What geographic area and system does the work focus on?
The work focuses on the Upper Klamath Lake basin, including Upper Klamath Lake and its tributaries.
What types of activities are being supported?
The scope includes ongoing natural resource monitoring (including lake monitoring and tributary nutrient loading monitoring), laboratory analysis tied to those monitoring efforts, and support for research fish facility operations (described as maintaining hatchery fish) linked to research and recovery needs in the system.
What is meant by "continuation award" in this notice?
The notice characterizes the funding as continuation funding, meaning it is intended to support ongoing work and maintain an existing long-running monitoring program rather than start a brand-new, stand-alone effort.
What is lake limnology monitoring, as described here?
Lake limnology monitoring refers to routine measurement of key in-lake conditions that describe how the lake functions physically, chemically, and biologically. In this opportunity, that includes continued standardized measurements of water quality and nutrients, plus the composition and dynamics of zooplankton and phytoplankton communities.
Which water quality and biological components are emphasized for the lake?
The notice highlights continued standardized measurements of water quality and nutrients, along with monitoring of zooplankton and phytoplankton community composition and dynamics.
Why monitor plankton communities alongside nutrients and general water quality?
The notice explains that, in systems like Upper Klamath Lake, nutrient levels and algal community structure can drive bloom conditions, oxygen dynamics, and habitat suitability for fish. Tracking plankton along with chemistry provides a more complete picture of lake conditions than nutrients alone.
What does "nutrient loading from tributaries" mean in this scope?
Nutrient loading work typically involves measuring concentrations and flows in tributary streams to estimate how much nitrogen, phosphorus, and related constituents are entering the lake over time.
What is the purpose of monitoring tributary nutrient loading?
According to the notice, this information helps identify major sources and seasonal patterns, supports modeling efforts, and informs watershed or in-lake management strategies. Because this is continued monitoring, maintaining consistent sampling protocols and reporting is implied so results remain comparable across years.
Does the opportunity include hatchery or fish facility work?
Yes. The opportunity includes support for research fish facility operations, described as maintaining hatchery fish. The notice does not provide detailed hatchery task descriptions, but it indicates this component supports ongoing research, monitoring, or conservation activities linked to the basin.
Is laboratory analysis part of the funded scope?
Yes. The notice explicitly includes laboratory analysis as part of the scope.
What lab capabilities or labs are referenced in the notice?
The scope references the Sprague River Water Quality Lab (SRWQL) nutrient analysis element, and it also references USGS Upper Klamath Lake sample analysis, indicating coordination with USGS for certain lake sample processing or specialized analyses.
Is the grant only about collecting field samples?
No. The notice makes clear the work includes both field sample collection and laboratory analysis to produce defensible analytical data usable by Reclamation and partners.
What is the funding instrument type and activity category?
The funding instrument type is a grant, and the activity category is natural resources.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number provided is 15.517 (Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act).
How much funding is available under this posting?
The estimated total funding amount is $445,476. The award ceiling is $445,476 and the award floor is $0.
How many awards does the agency expect to make?
The posting indicates an expectation of a single award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is stated in the posting.
What are the key dates listed for this opportunity?
The posting date and creation date are May 31, 2013. The closing date is June 14, 2013. The archive date is June 15, 2013.
Does SAM registration apply to this opportunity?
Yes. The notice states that the System for Award Management (SAM) applies for compliance and administrative processing, meaning entities that receive federal financial assistance generally must maintain appropriate SAM registration.
Who is the point of contact for questions?
The point of contact is Judy A. Hudson, Grants Management Specialist. The email provided is jhudson@usbr.gov.
What if someone cannot access the full announcement electronically?
The announcement notes that people who have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically can contact the point of contact, Judy A. Hudson, for assistance.
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