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- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Notice of Intent to Award Quagga Mussel Prevention at Wild Horse Reservoir" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.608 Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 20, 2010 and posted on Jul 21, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 3, 2010. (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 $40,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments).
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding announcement is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) under CFDA 15.608, Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance. It is issued as a Notice of Intent to Award (NOI), meaning the agency is signaling its plan to make an award without a competitive process. In this case, USFWS states that no competition is expected and identifies the intended recipient as the Shoshone Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Indian Reservation, citing the applicable internal policy reference (505 DM 2.14 B(4)).
The project focus is aquatic invasive species prevention, specifically aimed at stopping quagga mussels and other harmful invasive organisms from entering or spreading within the Columbia River Basin and the Wild Horse Reservoir. Quagga mussels are a high-priority invasive species because they can reproduce quickly, spread via trailered boats and equipment, clog water infrastructure, alter aquatic food webs, and create long-term ecological and economic impacts. The stated intent of the grant is therefore preventive: reducing the risk of introduction by intercepting vectors such as recreational watercraft before invasive species can establish.
Work under the grant will be carried out by the Shoshone Paiute Tribes of Duck Valley in partnership with the Bureau of Reclamation. The core activities described include providing watercraft inspection services, acquiring and using decontamination equipment, and supplying staff support to operate the inspection and decontamination effort. In practical terms, this type of program typically involves checking boats and trailers for standing water, attached vegetation, or other material that can transport mussels or larvae, followed by decontamination steps when needed (for example, hot-water wash or other approved methods), along with staffing to manage station operations, recordkeeping, and outreach to boaters.
The award structure is straightforward: USFWS anticipates making a single award (ExpectedAwards: 1) with both an award floor and ceiling of $40,000, indicating a fixed award amount of $40,000. The opportunity includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, so the recipient is expected to contribute matching funds or in-kind support consistent with the award terms. Eligibility is limited to Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) and Native American tribal organizations, aligning with the identified recipient.
Key dates show the announcement was posted on July 21, 2010 (created July 20, 2010), with an original and current closing date of August 3, 2010, and an archive date of September 2, 2010. The listed funding opportunity number is FWS AIS R1PJH, and the title is "Notice of Intent to Award Quagga Mussel Prevention at Wild Horse Reservoir." For access issues related to the full announcement, the contact provided is Paul Heimowitz, Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator, at 503-736-4722 (USFWS).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) under CFDA 15.608, Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance. The announcement is titled "Notice of Intent to Award Quagga Mussel Prevention at Wild Horse Reservoir" and uses funding opportunity number FWS AIS R1PJH.
What does "Notice of Intent to Award (NOI)" mean for this opportunity?
An NOI indicates USFWS is signaling its plan to make an award without using a competitive process. In this announcement, USFWS states that no competition is expected.
Is this a competitive grant opportunity?
No. The announcement states that no competition is expected because it is issued as a Notice of Intent to Award.
Who is the intended recipient?
The intended recipient identified by USFWS is the Shoshone Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Indian Reservation.
Why is USFWS not holding a competition for this award?
The announcement states that USFWS expects no competition and cites an internal policy reference: 505 DM 2.14 B(4).
What is the project trying to accomplish?
The project focuses on aquatic invasive species prevention, specifically preventing quagga mussels and other harmful invasive organisms from entering or spreading within the Columbia River Basin and the Wild Horse Reservoir.
Why are quagga mussels a priority for prevention?
The announcement describes quagga mussels as high-priority because they can reproduce quickly, spread via trailered boats and equipment, clog water infrastructure, alter aquatic food webs, and cause long-term ecological and economic impacts.
Is the project focused on prevention or removal?
The stated intent is preventive: reducing the risk of introduction by intercepting vectors (such as recreational watercraft) before invasive species can establish.
What activities will be supported by the grant?
The core activities described include providing watercraft inspection services, acquiring and using decontamination equipment, and supplying staff support to operate the inspection and decontamination effort.
What does "watercraft inspection" involve in this program?
The announcement indicates inspections are intended to intercept vectors such as recreational watercraft. It also notes that programs of this type typically check boats and trailers for standing water, attached vegetation, or other material that can transport mussels or larvae.
What does "decontamination" refer to in this opportunity?
Decontamination refers to using decontamination equipment and steps when needed to reduce the risk of transporting invasive organisms. The description notes that programs like this may use methods such as hot-water wash or other approved methods.
Who will carry out the work?
The work will be carried out by the Shoshone Paiute Tribes of Duck Valley in partnership with the Bureau of Reclamation.
How many awards does USFWS expect to make?
USFWS anticipates making a single award (ExpectedAwards: 1).
What is the amount of funding available?
The award floor is $40,000 and the award ceiling is $40,000, indicating a fixed award amount of $40,000.
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. The opportunity includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning the recipient is expected to contribute matching funds and/or in-kind support consistent with the award terms.
Who is eligible to receive this grant?
Eligibility is limited to Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) and Native American tribal organizations.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is under CFDA 15.608, Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The listed funding opportunity number is FWS AIS R1PJH.
When was the announcement posted?
The announcement was posted on July 21, 2010 (created July 20, 2010).
What is the closing date for the opportunity?
The original and current closing date is August 3, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is September 2, 2010.
What geographic areas are mentioned in the project scope?
The announcement specifically references the Columbia River Basin and the Wild Horse Reservoir as focal areas for prevention efforts.
Who should be contacted for access issues related to the full announcement?
For access issues, the contact listed is Paul Heimowitz, Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator, at 503-736-4722 (USFWS).
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