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- The Geological Survey in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Non Competitive Cooperative Agreement to the University of Hawaii Molecular Tools for Environmental Sampling and Genetic Analysis of Endemic and Invasive Species in the Pacific Basin." and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.808 U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 8, 2015 and posted on May 8, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 21, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $272,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $272,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Non Competitive Cooperative Agreement to the University of Hawaii Molecular Tools for Environmental Sampling and Genetic Analysis of Endemic and Invasive Species in the Pacific Basin.
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number G15AC00191) is a discretionary, non-competitive cooperative agreement issued by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) under CFDA 15.808, USGS Research and Data Collection. It is specifically titled "Non Competitive Cooperative Agreement to the University of Hawaii - Molecular Tools for Environmental Sampling and Genetic Analysis of Endemic and Invasive Species in the Pacific Basin," which makes clear that the award is intended for a single named recipient rather than an open competition. In practical terms, this means the government is not soliciting proposals broadly; instead, it is formalizing support for work to be carried out by the University of Hawaii through a cooperative agreement mechanism.
The focus of the project, as reflected in the title and repeated eligibility language, is the development and application of molecular tools to support environmental sampling and genetic analysis related to both endemic species (native species with limited geographic ranges) and invasive species across the Pacific Basin. Although the public synopsis provided here does not list specific tasks or deliverables, the scope implied by the title commonly includes activities such as designing or refining genetic assays, processing environmental or biological samples for DNA-based identification, and generating genetic data to improve detection, monitoring, and understanding of species presence and spread. The emphasis on environmental sampling suggests methods that can detect organisms from collected samples (for example, water, soil, or other field matrices) rather than relying solely on direct observation or specimen collection, which is often important for early detection of invasive species and for monitoring rare or hard-to-detect endemic species in island ecosystems.
The award structure and funding amounts are tightly defined. USGS anticipated a single award (Expected Awards: 1) with an estimated total funding amount of $272,000. Both the award ceiling and award floor are listed as $272,000, indicating a fixed funding level for the cooperative agreement rather than a range. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so the recipient is not required to provide non-federal funds as a condition of the award.
Key dates show this opportunity was posted on May 8, 2015, with the original and current closing date both set to May 21, 2015, and an archive date of June 20, 2015. The short window between posting and closing is consistent with a non-competitive, designated-recipient award action where the public notice functions more as a transparency requirement than as an invitation for multiple applicants to compete. The listed eligible applicants category is "Others," but the additional eligibility information clarifies that the opportunity is specifically a non-competitive cooperative agreement to the University of Hawaii, reinforcing that the intended applicant is predetermined.
From an administrative standpoint, the funding instrument type is a cooperative agreement rather than a standard grant. Cooperative agreements are typically used when the federal agency expects to have substantial involvement in the project during performance, which can include collaboration on technical direction, coordination of field activities, shared data management expectations, or joint reporting and dissemination of results. The funding activity category is listed as "Other," with the explanatory text again pointing back to the same non-competitive project description, suggesting the work does not fit neatly into one of the more common categorical buckets but is clearly aligned with USGS research and data collection functions.
For assistance accessing the full announcement, the notice provides a point of contact: Gerald Lewandowski, Contract Specialist, phone (916) 278-9340. Overall, the opportunity is best understood as a USGS-supported, University of Hawaii-led effort to advance and apply genetic and molecular methods that strengthen environmental monitoring and management of native biodiversity and invasive threats in the Pacific Basin, supported through a single fixed-amount cooperative agreement of $272,000 with no matching requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the funding opportunity number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is G15AC00191.
Which federal agency is offering this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is issued by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
What is the CFDA number and program name associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is under CFDA 15.808, titled USGS Research and Data Collection.
What is the official title of the funding opportunity?
The official title is: Non Competitive Cooperative Agreement to the University of Hawaii - Molecular Tools for Environmental Sampling and Genetic Analysis of Endemic and Invasive Species in the Pacific Basin.
Is this an open, competitive funding opportunity?
No. This is described as a discretionary, non-competitive cooperative agreement. It is intended for a single named recipient, not a broad competition.
Who is the intended recipient of this cooperative agreement?
The notice specifies that this is a non-competitive cooperative agreement to the University of Hawaii, meaning the recipient is predetermined.
How many awards does USGS expect to make under this opportunity?
USGS anticipated 1 award (Expected Awards: 1).
What is the total estimated funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $272,000.
What are the award ceiling and award floor amounts?
Both the award ceiling and award floor are listed as $272,000, indicating a fixed funding amount rather than a range.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The funding instrument type is a cooperative agreement.
How is a cooperative agreement different from a standard grant in this notice?
The notice indicates this is a cooperative agreement, which is typically used when the federal agency expects substantial involvement during project performance (for example, collaboration on technical direction, coordination, data expectations, or reporting and dissemination of results).
What is the main focus of the project described by this opportunity?
The project focuses on the development and application of molecular tools for environmental sampling and genetic analysis of both endemic and invasive species in the Pacific Basin.
What types of activities are implied by the project title and description?
While specific tasks and deliverables are not listed in the synopsis, the scope implied includes activities such as designing or refining genetic assays, processing environmental or biological samples for DNA-based identification, and generating genetic data to support detection, monitoring, and understanding of species presence and spread.
What does "environmental sampling" suggest in the context of this project?
Environmental sampling suggests methods that can detect organisms from collected samples (such as water, soil, or other field matrices) rather than relying only on direct observation or specimen collection. The description highlights the value of these approaches for early detection of invasive species and monitoring rare or hard-to-detect endemic species in island ecosystems.
What geographic area is emphasized in the project?
The opportunity emphasizes work in the Pacific Basin.
What does the notice mean by "endemic" species?
The synopsis describes endemic species as native species with limited geographic ranges.
Why is the posting-to-closing window so short?
The opportunity was posted on May 8, 2015 and closed on May 21, 2015. The notice explains this short window is consistent with a non-competitive, designated-recipient action, where the public notice serves transparency rather than inviting many competing proposals.
What are the key dates for this opportunity?
- Posted date: May 8, 2015
- Closing date (original and current): May 21, 2015
- Archive date: June 20, 2015
What is the funding activity category listed for this opportunity?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other", with explanatory text pointing back to the same non-competitive project description and alignment with USGS research and data collection.
What eligibility category is shown, and what does the eligibility language clarify?
The eligible applicants category is shown as "Others", but the additional eligibility information clarifies that the opportunity is specifically a non-competitive cooperative agreement to the University of Hawaii.
Who can be contacted for help accessing the full announcement?
The point of contact is Gerald Lewandowski, Contract Specialist, at (916) 278-9340.
Where does this opportunity fit within USGS work?
Based on the synopsis, the effort aligns with USGS research and data collection and supports improved environmental monitoring and management related to native biodiversity and invasive species threats in the Pacific Basin.
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