Opportunity Information: Apply for G15AC00141
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- The Geological Survey in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "North Texas Earthquake Study and Network Operations" 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 4, 2015 and posted on May 4, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 18, 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 $122,337.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $122,337.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The North Texas Earthquake Study and Network Operations grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number G15AC00141) was issued by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) under its Research and Data Collection program (CFDA 15.808). It was offered as a discretionary cooperative agreement within the Natural Resources funding activity category, meaning the project would be carried out with substantial involvement or collaboration from the USGS rather than as a hands-off, standard grant. The main goal was to support continued monitoring and observation of induced seismicity using a temporary seismic network in North Texas, with particular emphasis on improving scientific understanding of the Irving, Texas earthquake sequence and other nearby sequences.
The project purpose focused on maintaining and operating a temporary network of seismic instruments to collect high-quality earthquake data over time. By extending and continuing observations, the work aimed to help researchers better characterize where earthquakes were occurring, how frequently they were happening, and what physical processes might be driving them. The announcement specifically highlights induced seismicity, which generally refers to earthquakes potentially triggered by human activities, and signals that the monitoring effort was intended to shed light on the nature of the events and the possible mechanisms behind the Irving sequence. In practical terms, this type of effort typically supports improved event detection, more accurate locations and depths, refined magnitude estimates, and better analysis of patterns that could be linked to subsurface conditions or operational factors in the region.
Funding was set up for a single expected award, with total estimated funding of $122,337. The award ceiling and floor were both listed as $122,337, indicating the agency anticipated making one award at that fixed amount rather than a range of possible award sizes. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement. Eligibility was limited to private institutions of higher education, suggesting the program was oriented toward university-based seismology and geoscience teams with the capacity to operate seismic stations, manage continuous data streams, and analyze earthquake sequences in a research setting.
Key dates show the opportunity was posted on May 4, 2015, with an application closing date of May 18, 2015, and it was archived on June 17, 2015. For administrative or access issues related to the full announcement, the listed contact was Margaret Eastman, Contract Specialist, at 703-648-7366, associated with the contracting function for the opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled North Texas Earthquake Study and Network Operations.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is G15AC00141.
Which agency issued this opportunity?
This opportunity was issued by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
What program is this opportunity associated with?
It was issued under the USGS Research and Data Collection program (CFDA 15.808).
What type of funding instrument is this?
It was offered as a discretionary cooperative agreement.
What does a cooperative agreement mean for how the project would be carried out?
A cooperative agreement indicates the project would involve substantial involvement or collaboration from the USGS, rather than operating as a hands-off, standard grant.
What funding activity category is listed for this opportunity?
The funding activity category is Natural Resources.
What is the main goal of the project described in the announcement?
The main goal is to support continued monitoring and observation of induced seismicity using a temporary seismic network in North Texas, with particular emphasis on improving scientific understanding of the Irving, Texas earthquake sequence and other nearby sequences.
What is the project purpose?
The project purpose is to maintain and operate a temporary network of seismic instruments in order to collect high-quality earthquake data over time.
Why does the opportunity emphasize extended monitoring over time?
Extending and continuing observations is intended to help researchers better characterize where earthquakes are occurring, how frequently they are happening, and what physical processes might be driving them.
What does "induced seismicity" refer to in this opportunity?
The announcement highlights induced seismicity, which generally refers to earthquakes that may be potentially triggered by human activities.
Which earthquake sequence is specifically highlighted?
The opportunity specifically emphasizes improving understanding of the Irving, Texas earthquake sequence.
What kinds of outcomes or improvements is this monitoring effort intended to support?
Based on the description, the monitoring effort is intended to support improved understanding of the events and possible mechanisms behind them, including efforts that typically enable improved event detection, more accurate locations and depths, refined magnitude estimates, and better analysis of earthquake patterns in the region.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The announcement indicates a single expected award.
What is the total estimated funding amount?
The total estimated funding is $122,337.
What are the award ceiling and award floor for this opportunity?
Both the award ceiling and the award floor are listed as $122,337, indicating the agency anticipated making one award at a fixed amount.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there was no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to private institutions of higher education.
What types of organizations does "private institutions of higher education" suggest for this opportunity?
Based on the eligibility statement and the project focus, the opportunity was oriented toward university-based teams (for example, seismology or geoscience groups) with the capacity to operate seismic stations, manage continuous data streams, and analyze earthquake sequences in a research setting.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on May 4, 2015.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was May 18, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on June 17, 2015.
Who is the listed contact for administrative or access issues?
The listed contact is Margaret Eastman, Contract Specialist.
How can the listed contact be reached?
Margaret Eastman is listed with the phone number 703-648-7366.
What types of issues is the contact intended to help with?
The contact is specifically listed for administrative or access issues related to the full announcement.
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