Opportunity Information: Apply for FWS R5 MB 12 020
Apply for FWS R5 MB 12 020
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Notice of Intent to Award" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.655 Migratory Bird Monitoring, Assessment and Conservation.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 7, 2012 and posted on Sep 7, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 14, 2012. (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 $30,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
This opportunity is a Notice of Intent to Award from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), meaning it is not an open, competitive funding announcement and there is no full solicitation package associated with it. Instead, FWS is indicating its intent to enter into a grant agreement, under the Department of the Interior policy cited (505 DM 2, 2.14B(4)), with a specific organization: The Wildlife Management Institute (WMI). The focus of the proposed work is Bird Conservation Region 30 and is aimed at advancing research and on-the-ground forest management practices that improve habitat for American Woodcock and other early successional migratory bird species.
The project is framed as a coordinated habitat conservation initiative that combines applied research, refinement of wildlife and forest management practices, practical implementation guidance, and technical education support for private landowners. Early successional habitats (young forest and shrubland conditions) are frequently limited or declining in many landscapes, and the notice emphasizes a shared concern among scientists, wildlife managers, and the public that stronger, cooperative action is needed to maintain migratory bird populations at desired levels. WMI is identified as uniquely qualified because of its history of work on American Woodcock monitoring, research, and conservation planning, along with established partnerships and recognized expertise among its staff and contractors.
The work plan described in the notice is very specific and landowner-oriented. WMI is expected to reach out to about 20 landowners or land managers who collectively control roughly 2,000 acres. The goal is to provide these decision-makers with technical assistance so they can apply Best Management Practices (BMPs) for woodcock habitat on their properties. That assistance is expected to be hands-on and tailored to each site, including interpretation of aerial photographs, one or more in-person site visits, consultation with other private and public land managers as needed, and the preparation of a prescriptive written report for each participating landowner or manager. The notice also indicates that monitoring of American Woodcock response to habitat improvements may be included, suggesting at least some evaluation component to determine whether management actions are producing the intended biological outcomes.
In addition to direct assistance to individual landowners, the project includes a demonstration and outreach element. Properties with a history of habitat management may be used as demonstration sites to show practical approaches to other groups of private or public land managers, helping spread adoption of effective techniques beyond the initial set of participants. Project accomplishments are expected to be shared publicly in part through the website www.timberdoodle.org, which is associated with American Woodcock outreach and information.
From an administrative standpoint, this is a discretionary grant under the FWS program tied to CFDA 15.655, Migratory Bird Monitoring, Assessment and Conservation. The notice lists an expected single award, with both an award ceiling and floor of $30,000, indicating a fixed anticipated award amount of $30,000. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated. Eligibility is listed as nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), but because this is a notice of intent to award to WMI specifically, it is not functioning as a general call for applications. Key dates show it was posted on September 7, 2012, with a closing date of September 14, 2012, and archived September 15, 2012. The grants officer contact listed is Christal Cutler at 413-253-8233 for assistance with electronic access issues.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is this an open grant that organizations can apply for?
No. This is a Notice of Intent to Award from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). It is not an open, competitive funding announcement and it does not function as a general call for applications.
What does "Notice of Intent to Award" mean in this context?
It means FWS is announcing its intention to enter into a grant agreement with a specific organization, rather than soliciting applications from multiple eligible applicants. The notice also indicates there is no full solicitation package associated with this opportunity.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The intended recipient is The Wildlife Management Institute (WMI).
Which federal agency is issuing the award?
The award is issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), within the Department of the Interior.
What policy authority is cited for making this award?
The notice cites Department of the Interior policy 505 DM 2, 2.14B(4) as the basis for proceeding with a grant agreement with the identified organization.
What is the primary focus area for the project?
The work focuses on Bird Conservation Region 30.
What species and habitat types are emphasized?
The project emphasizes improving habitat for American Woodcock and other early successional migratory bird species, with a focus on early successional habitats such as young forest and shrubland conditions.
Why is early successional habitat a priority in this notice?
The notice states that early successional habitats are frequently limited or declining in many landscapes, and it reflects concern among scientists, wildlife managers, and the public that cooperative action is needed to maintain migratory bird populations at desired levels.
What kinds of activities are included in the proposed work?
The notice describes a coordinated habitat conservation initiative combining applied research, refinement of wildlife and forest management practices, practical implementation guidance, and technical education support aimed at private landowners.
How many landowners or land managers are expected to participate?
WMI is expected to reach out to about 20 landowners or land managers.
How much land is expected to be involved?
The participating landowners or managers are described as collectively controlling roughly 2,000 acres.
What type of assistance will participating landowners receive?
The notice describes hands-on, site-specific technical assistance to help landowners apply Best Management Practices (BMPs) for woodcock habitat on their properties.
What does the technical assistance include?
It is expected to include interpretation of aerial photographs, one or more in-person site visits, consultation with other private and public land managers as needed, and preparation of a prescriptive written report for each participating landowner or manager.
Will each participating landowner receive a written plan or report?
Yes. The notice specifies a prescriptive written report will be prepared for each participating landowner or land manager.
Is monitoring included to see whether habitat work is effective?
Potentially. The notice indicates that monitoring of American Woodcock response to habitat improvements may be included, suggesting an evaluation component to assess biological outcomes.
Does the project include outreach or demonstration sites?
Yes. Properties with a history of habitat management may be used as demonstration sites to show practical approaches to other private or public land managers.
How will project accomplishments be shared publicly?
The notice indicates accomplishments are expected to be shared publicly in part through the website www.timberdoodle.org.
What makes WMI "uniquely qualified" according to the notice?
The notice points to WMI's history of work on American Woodcock monitoring, research, and conservation planning, as well as established partnerships and recognized expertise among its staff and contractors.
What program is this grant associated with?
The notice links the award to CFDA 15.655, Migratory Bird Monitoring, Assessment and Conservation.
What is the anticipated funding amount?
The notice lists both the award ceiling and the award floor as $30,000, indicating a fixed anticipated award amount of $30,000.
How many awards are expected under this notice?
A single award is expected.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is stated in the notice.
Who is listed as eligible in the notice?
Eligibility is listed as nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education). However, the notice also makes clear this is an intent to award to WMI specifically, not a general application opportunity.
What were the key dates for this notice?
The notice was posted on September 7, 2012. The closing date is listed as September 14, 2012, and it was archived on September 15, 2012.
Is there a full solicitation package or application instructions available?
No. The notice states there is no full solicitation package associated with this opportunity.
Who is the grants officer contact listed in the notice?
The grants officer contact listed is Christal Cutler, reachable at 413-253-8233.
What is the contact listed able to help with?
The notice specifies the contact is for assistance with electronic access issues.
What is the overall goal of the project described?
The overall goal is to advance research and on-the-ground forest management practices that improve habitat for American Woodcock and other early successional migratory bird species in Bird Conservation Region 30, including tailored support to private landowners and broader demonstration/outreach to encourage adoption of effective practices.
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