Opportunity Information: Apply for P15AS00226
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- The National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Monitoring Estuarine Condition" 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 Jul 21, 2015 and posted on Jul 21, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 31, 2015 This is not a request for applications. This funding opportunity is to provide public notice of NPSs intention to continue to fund the project activities without full and open competition to Virginia Institute of Marine Science. (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 grant opportunity titled "Monitoring Estuarine Condition" (Funding Opportunity Number P15AS00226) was issued by the National Park Service (NPS) as a discretionary funding notice for a cooperative agreement focused on natural resource monitoring within the National Park System. The core purpose of the project is to continue ongoing, long-term monitoring of two closely linked indicators of coastal ecosystem health: estuarine water quality and seagrass condition. This work is targeted at three parks in the Northeast Coastal and Barrier Network: Assateague Island National Seashore (NS), George Washington Birthplace National Monument (NM), and Colonial National Historical Park (NHP). In practical terms, the project supports consistent field and analytical efforts to track changes in water conditions and seagrass communities over time, helping park managers detect trends, understand stressors, and make better-informed management decisions.
This notice is unusual in that it is explicitly not a request for applications. Instead, it serves as a public announcement of NPS's intent to continue funding the project without full and open competition, specifically with the Virginia Institute of Marine Science. While the listing identifies eligible applicants broadly as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, the intent statement makes clear that the continuation award is directed to a single partner rather than being opened up for competitive proposals. The opportunity falls under CFDA 15.945, which covers cooperative research and training programs related to National Park System resources, and it does not require cost sharing or matching funds.
Key administrative details include an original posted date and creation date of July 21, 2015, with a closing date of July 31, 2015, and an archive date of August 21, 2015. The funding fields in the notice list an estimated total funding amount of 0, with an award ceiling and floor also listed as 0, which typically indicates that the public notice is being posted for transparency and compliance reasons rather than to advertise a competitively awarded funding amount. For further information, the announcement points to Grants.gov and provides an NPS contact for assistance: Rita Mihalik, Financial Assistance Officer (301-663-1481 ext. 5; RitaMihalik@nps.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Monitoring Estuarine Condition (P15AS00226)
What is the title and funding opportunity number for this grant notice?
The notice is titled "Monitoring Estuarine Condition" and the Funding Opportunity Number is P15AS00226.
Which agency issued this opportunity?
This opportunity was issued by the National Park Service (NPS) as a discretionary funding notice for a cooperative agreement.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The purpose is to continue ongoing, long-term monitoring of two linked indicators of coastal ecosystem health: estuarine water quality and seagrass condition. The monitoring supports consistent field and analytical work over time so park managers can detect trends, understand stressors, and make better-informed management decisions.
What exactly will be monitored?
The project focuses on monitoring estuarine water quality and seagrass condition as key indicators of coastal ecosystem health.
Where will the monitoring work take place?
The work is targeted at three parks in the Northeast Coastal and Barrier Network: Assateague Island National Seashore (NS), George Washington Birthplace National Monument (NM), and Colonial National Historical Park (NHP).
Is this notice a request for applications (RFA)?
No. The notice explicitly states it is not a request for applications. It is a public announcement of NPS intent to continue funding the project without full and open competition.
Is the funding being competed, or is it directed to a specific partner?
The notice indicates the continuation award is intended to be made without full and open competition and is specifically directed to the Virginia Institute of Marine Science.
Who is listed as eligible to apply?
The listing identifies eligible applicants broadly as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education. However, the intent statement makes clear the continuation award is directed to a single partner rather than opened for competitive proposals.
What type of funding instrument is described?
The notice describes a cooperative agreement under a discretionary funding announcement.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity, and what does it cover?
The opportunity falls under CFDA 15.945, which covers cooperative research and training programs related to National Park System resources.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The notice states that cost sharing or matching funds are not required.
What are the key dates for this notice?
The original posted date and creation date are July 21, 2015. The closing date is July 31, 2015. The archive date is August 21, 2015.
Why does the notice show an estimated total funding amount of 0 (and award ceiling/floor of 0)?
The notice lists an estimated total funding amount of 0 and an award ceiling and floor of 0. This typically indicates the posting is being made for transparency and compliance purposes rather than to advertise a competitively awarded funding amount.
Where can someone find the official posting or additional details?
The announcement points to Grants.gov for further information.
Who is the NPS contact for questions about this notice?
The listed contact is Rita Mihalik, Financial Assistance Officer. Phone: (301) 663-1481 ext. 5. Email: RitaMihalik@nps.gov.
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