Opportunity Information: Apply for FWS R8 BG029
Apply for FWS R8 BG029
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Notice of Intent to Award Nevada Waterfowl Association" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.647 Migratory Bird Conservation.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 16, 2011 and posted on May 16, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 31, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $140,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $140,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
This grant notice is a Notice of Intent to Award issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) for a single, specific recipient: the Nevada Waterfowl Association. It is a discretionary grant under Funding Opportunity Number FWS R8 BG029 and is tied to CFDA 15.647 (Migratory Bird Conservation). The agency is explicitly stating that no competition is expected and that other parties should not apply. The notice is issued under Departmental policy cited as 505 DM 2.14(2), with a separate justification referenced in the announcement.
The purpose of the award is to continue funding a wildlife research project called "Greater Sandhill Crane Colt Survival in Northeastern Nevada." The study is focused on understanding survival rates of sandhill crane colts (juvenile cranes) within known breeding areas in northeastern Nevada, identifying factors that influence those survival outcomes, and examining habitat or range characteristics during the summer breeding season. A key element is comparison: the project aims to compare current summer range characteristics against previously described conditions and to contrast summer breeding range observations with information about winter ranges and stopover sites used during migration. In practical terms, the work is meant to help clarify where young cranes are most vulnerable, what environmental or biological pressures affect them, and whether the birds ranges and habitat use patterns are shifting over time.
USFWS indicates that it does not expect to have substantial involvement in carrying out the project work itself. The relationship described aligns with a standard grant arrangement rather than a cooperative agreement: the recipient is expected to conduct the research independently, while USFWS involvement is limited to normal federal stewardship duties. Those duties typically include monitoring performance and progress, ensuring funds are used appropriately, and providing technical assistance only if the recipient requests it.
Financially, the opportunity lists an estimated total funding amount of $140,000, with an award ceiling of $140,000 and an award floor of $20,000. Only one award is expected. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement stated. While the eligibility field is marked as "Unrestricted," that is effectively overridden by the explicit language of the notice, which is directed to a named organization and warns the public not to apply.
In terms of timing, the opportunity was posted and created on May 16, 2011, with an original and current closing date of May 31, 2011, and an archive date of June 30, 2011. The funding activity category is listed as "Other," clarified as research. For assistance accessing the announcement, the listed point of contact is Penny Russell, Contract Specialist (phone 503-231-6146) at USFWS.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this notice?
This is a Notice of Intent to Award from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). It announces the agency's intent to make a discretionary grant award to a single, specific recipient rather than run a competitive grant process.
Is this a competitive funding opportunity?
No. The notice explicitly states that no competition is expected and that other parties should not apply.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The notice is directed to one named organization: the Nevada Waterfowl Association.
Should other organizations or individuals submit an application?
No. Even though the eligibility field is marked as "Unrestricted," the notice language overrides that and clearly instructs that other parties should not apply because the award is intended for a specific recipient.
Which federal agency is issuing the notice?
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is issuing the notice.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is FWS R8 BG029.
What CFDA program is this associated with?
The opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.647, Migratory Bird Conservation.
What is the purpose of the grant?
The purpose is to continue funding a wildlife research project titled "Greater Sandhill Crane Colt Survival in Northeastern Nevada."
What species and life stage does the project focus on?
The project focuses on greater sandhill cranes, specifically colts (juvenile cranes).
Where will the research take place?
The study focuses on known breeding areas in northeastern Nevada.
What research questions is the study trying to answer?
The study is intended to (1) understand survival rates of sandhill crane colts within known breeding areas, (2) identify factors that influence those survival outcomes, and (3) examine habitat or range characteristics during the summer breeding season.
Does the project include comparisons to past conditions or other seasons?
Yes. A key element is comparing current summer range characteristics against previously described conditions, and contrasting summer breeding range observations with information about winter ranges and migration stopover sites.
What is the practical intent of the research?
The work is meant to clarify where young cranes are most vulnerable, what environmental or biological pressures affect them, and whether crane ranges and habitat use patterns are shifting over time.
Will USFWS be substantially involved in carrying out the research?
No. USFWS states it does not expect substantial involvement in conducting the project work.
Is this a grant or a cooperative agreement?
The relationship described aligns with a standard grant arrangement rather than a cooperative agreement, because the recipient is expected to conduct the research independently and USFWS involvement is limited.
What does USFWS involvement include, if it is not substantial?
USFWS involvement is limited to normal federal stewardship duties such as monitoring performance and progress, ensuring funds are used appropriately, and providing technical assistance only if requested by the recipient.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding amount is $140,000.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is $140,000.
What is the award floor?
The award floor is $20,000.
How many awards are expected?
Only one award is expected.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost-sharing or matching requirement is stated in the notice.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other," clarified as research.
What policy authority is cited for issuing a non-competitive intent to award?
The notice cites Departmental policy 505 DM 2.14(2) and references a separate justification in the announcement.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted (and created) on May 16, 2011.
What was the closing date for this notice?
The original and current closing date is May 31, 2011.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is June 30, 2011.
Who is the point of contact for assistance accessing the announcement?
The listed point of contact is Penny Russell, Contract Specialist, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
What contact phone number is provided?
The phone number provided is 503-231-6146.
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