Opportunity Information: Apply for USGS 15 FA 0346
Apply for USGS 15 FA 0346
- The Geological Survey in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Notice of Intent 3D Geologic Mapping of Glacial and Post Glacial Deposits in Will County, IL, Phase 1" 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 Jul 21, 2015 and posted on Jul 21, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 4, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $95,375.00 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.
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Opportunity Summary:
This grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number USGS 15 FA 0346) is a Notice of Intent from the U.S. Geological Survey to make a single discretionary award in the form of a cooperative agreement for a project titled "3D Geologic Mapping of Glacial and Post Glacial Deposits in Will County, IL, Phase 1." The work is positioned under the Great Lakes Geologic Mapping Coalition and is intended to be carried out by the Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS) within the University of Illinois system. In practical terms, this is not an open, broad competition announcement; it signals the agency's planned award to a specific partner organization and outlines the basic administrative details of that planned agreement.
The core purpose of the project is to develop a clearer, map-based understanding of the geology shaped by glaciation in northeastern Illinois, focusing on the greater metropolitan Chicago region and specifically Will County during this first phase. The stated objective is to map both the surficial (near-surface) and subsurface geologic framework of glacial deposits. A "3D geologic mapping" emphasis implies that the project is intended to go beyond a traditional flat map and instead integrate information vertically through the ground, which typically supports a more realistic depiction of how different sediment layers and geologic units are arranged and connected beneath the surface. This kind of framework mapping is commonly used to improve regional understanding of sediments left by glaciers and later post-glacial processes, and to provide a consistent geologic base that can be used for scientific, planning, and resource-related decisions.
Administratively, the opportunity falls under the Natural Resources funding activity category and is tied to CFDA 15.808 (U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection). The anticipated number of awards is one, with an award amount set at both the ceiling and floor of $95,375, meaning the planned award value is fixed at that amount for this notice. The opportunity also indicates a cost sharing or matching requirement, so the recipient is expected to contribute non-federal resources (such as cash or allowable in-kind support) consistent with the terms of the cooperative agreement and USGS requirements.
Eligibility is listed as "Public and State controlled institutions of higher education," which aligns with the intended recipient being housed within a state university structure. The timeline shows the notice was posted and created on July 21, 2015, with an original and current closing date of August 4, 2015, and an archive date of September 3, 2015. For questions or trouble accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact is Margaret Eastman, Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer, at 703-648-7366.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Funding Opportunity Number USGS 15 FA 0346?
USGS 15 FA 0346 is a U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Notice of Intent to make a single discretionary award. The planned award is a cooperative agreement for the project titled "3D Geologic Mapping of Glacial and Post Glacial Deposits in Will County, IL, Phase 1."
Is this an open competitive grant opportunity?
No. Based on the Notice of Intent language provided, this is not a broad, open competition. It signals USGS intent to make a planned award to a specific partner organization and provides administrative details about that planned agreement.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The intended recipient is the Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS) within the University of Illinois system, positioned under the Great Lakes Geologic Mapping Coalition.
What type of award is being offered?
The award is intended to be issued as a cooperative agreement.
How many awards does USGS anticipate making under this notice?
The anticipated number of awards is one.
What is the funding amount for this award?
The planned award amount is $95,375. The notice lists both the ceiling and the floor as $95,375, which indicates the intended award value is fixed at that amount for this notice.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The opportunity indicates a cost sharing or matching requirement. The recipient is expected to contribute non-federal resources (such as cash or allowable in-kind support) in line with the cooperative agreement terms and USGS requirements.
What is the project title and what does "Phase 1" refer to?
The project is titled "3D Geologic Mapping of Glacial and Post Glacial Deposits in Will County, IL, Phase 1." The term "Phase 1" indicates this work covers the first stage of a larger effort, with this phase focused specifically on Will County, Illinois.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The project purpose is to develop a clearer, map-based understanding of geology shaped by glaciation in northeastern Illinois, focusing on the greater metropolitan Chicago region and specifically Will County during this first phase.
What are the stated technical objectives?
The stated objective is to map both the surficial (near-surface) and subsurface geologic framework of glacial deposits, using a 3D geologic mapping approach.
What does "3D geologic mapping" mean in this context?
In this context, "3D geologic mapping" implies going beyond a traditional flat map by integrating information vertically through the ground. The intent is to depict how sediment layers and geologic units are arranged and connected beneath the surface.
What kinds of geologic materials are being mapped?
The notice describes mapping of glacial and post-glacial deposits, including both surficial and subsurface components of the geologic framework.
What geographic area is covered by this opportunity?
The focus is northeastern Illinois, with emphasis on the greater metropolitan Chicago region. Phase 1 specifically focuses on Will County, Illinois.
How is this project positioned organizationally?
The work is positioned under the Great Lakes Geologic Mapping Coalition and is intended to be carried out by ISGS within the University of Illinois system.
What is the funding activity category?
The opportunity falls under the Natural Resources funding activity category.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.808, listed as "U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection."
Who is eligible to apply based on the eligibility listing?
Eligibility is listed as "Public and State controlled institutions of higher education," which aligns with the intended recipient being housed within a state university structure.
When was the notice posted, and what are the key dates?
The notice was posted and created on July 21, 2015. The original and current closing date is August 4, 2015. The archive date is September 3, 2015.
What is the closing date for this opportunity?
The closing date listed is August 4, 2015 (the notice shows both original and current closing dates as August 4, 2015).
What does the archive date mean here?
The notice lists an archive date of September 3, 2015, indicating when the opportunity information was archived in the listing timeline provided.
Who can be contacted for questions or trouble accessing the full announcement?
The listed point of contact is Margaret Eastman, Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer. The phone number provided is 703-648-7366.
What should someone do if they cannot access the full announcement?
The notice states that for questions or trouble accessing the full announcement, the point of contact is Margaret Eastman at 703-648-7366.
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