Opportunity Information: Apply for P12AC11041
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- The National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NRCC NPS Inventory and Monitoring Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.944 Natural Resource Stewardship.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 27, 2012 and posted on Jul 27, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 3, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $61,500.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $61,500.00 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:
The NRCC NPS Inventory and Monitoring Program opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number P12AC11041) is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary funding announcement for a single cooperative agreement intended to support the NPS Inventory and Monitoring (I and M) mission in the Greater Yellowstone area. It is structured as a sole source announcement, meaning the NPS is specifically seeking to partner with the Northern Rockies Conservation Cooperative (NRCC) rather than running a broad, competitive solicitation. The work centers on helping the NPS Greater Yellowstone Network (GRYN) translate natural resource monitoring information into clear, practical communication products that park managers and the general public can readily understand and use.
The core objective is to improve how scientific monitoring results are communicated, not to replace the monitoring itself. GRYN is responsible for tracking "vital signs" and other indicators that reflect the condition of natural resources across Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, and Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area. These monitoring efforts are designed to give park managers early warning when ecological conditions shift in concerning ways, and to help interpret long-term status and trends. The opportunity emphasizes that while monitoring data are essential, they often end up in technical manuscripts that are heavy on methods and statistics, which can make the findings difficult for non-specialists to digest. By partnering with NRCC, the NPS aims to produce more accessible summaries and interpretive materials that present key results in simple, understandable terms, thereby strengthening public understanding and supporting better-informed management decisions.
NRCC is described as uniquely qualified for this role because it is a nonprofit focused on advancing research and science in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and has programs that gather biological and social data to support conservation. Under the cooperative agreement model, the NPS expects to be actively involved alongside the partner organization, reflecting a collaborative relationship rather than a standard procurement contract. The public benefit is a central justification: clearer communication of monitoring outcomes helps the public see what is happening to park resources over time and helps managers convey why certain conservation or management actions are needed.
Legally, the announcement cites federal authorities that allow the NPS to enter cooperative agreements and transfer appropriated funds to qualified nonprofit organizations for public purposes aligned with NPS programs. Specifically referenced are 16 U.S.C. 1g in conjunction with 31 U.S.C. 6305, and 16 U.S.C. 5934 under the National Parks Omnibus Management Act of 1998, which supports the NPS Inventory and Monitoring Program framework.
In practical funding terms, the opportunity anticipated one award with a total funding amount of $61,500, with the ceiling and floor both set at $61,500, indicating a fixed award amount. There was no cost-sharing or matching requirement. Eligibility was limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education). The opportunity was posted on July 27, 2012, with a closing date of August 3, 2012, and it later moved to archive status on September 2, 2012. The CFDA listing associated with the program is 15.944 (Natural Resource Stewardship). For access issues or questions, the listed contact was Tina Holland, Financial Assistance Agreements Officer at the National Park Service (phone 307-344-2082, email tinaholland@nps.gov).
NRCC NPS Inventory and Monitoring Program (P12AC11041) - FAQs
What is the NRCC NPS Inventory and Monitoring Program opportunity (P12AC11041)?
This is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary funding opportunity for a single cooperative agreement intended to support the NPS Inventory and Monitoring (I and M) mission in the Greater Yellowstone area.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is P12AC11041.
How many awards were anticipated under this opportunity?
The opportunity anticipated one award.
What type of award is being offered?
The announcement is for a cooperative agreement, which is designed for a collaborative relationship where the NPS expects to be actively involved alongside the partner organization.
Is this a competitive grant opportunity?
No. It is structured as a sole source announcement, meaning the NPS is specifically seeking to partner with the Northern Rockies Conservation Cooperative (NRCC) rather than running a broad, competitive solicitation.
Who is the intended partner for this sole source award?
The intended partner is the Northern Rockies Conservation Cooperative (NRCC).
What is the main purpose of the project described in this opportunity?
The main purpose is to help the NPS Greater Yellowstone Network (GRYN) translate natural resource monitoring information into clear, practical communication products that park managers and the general public can readily understand and use.
Is the goal to conduct new monitoring or replace existing monitoring efforts?
No. The opportunity emphasizes improving how scientific monitoring results are communicated, not replacing the monitoring itself.
Which NPS program mission does this opportunity support?
It supports the NPS Inventory and Monitoring (I and M) mission.
Which NPS network is associated with the work?
The work centers on the NPS Greater Yellowstone Network (GRYN).
What kinds of resources does GRYN monitor?
GRYN tracks "vital signs" and other indicators that reflect the condition of natural resources.
Which park units are included in the GRYN area described?
The monitoring efforts referenced cover Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, and Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area.
Why does the NPS want communication-focused work for monitoring results?
The announcement notes that monitoring results often end up in technical manuscripts heavy on methods and statistics, which can make findings hard for non-specialists to digest. The project aims to produce more accessible summaries and interpretive materials that present key results in simple, understandable terms.
What public benefits are expected from this cooperative agreement?
Clearer communication of monitoring outcomes is intended to help the public understand what is happening to park resources over time and help managers convey why certain conservation or management actions are needed.
Why is NRCC described as uniquely qualified for this work?
NRCC is described as a nonprofit focused on advancing research and science in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and has programs that gather biological and social data to support conservation.
What was the total funding amount for the anticipated award?
The total anticipated funding amount was $61,500.
Was there a funding range (floor and ceiling), or was the amount fixed?
The ceiling and floor were both set at $61,500, indicating a fixed award amount.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity stated there was no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
Who was eligible to apply under the eligibility rules stated?
Eligibility was limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education.
What is the CFDA listing associated with this program?
The CFDA listing associated with the program is 15.944 (Natural Resource Stewardship).
What legal authorities were cited for the cooperative agreement and funding transfer?
The announcement referenced 16 U.S.C. 1g in conjunction with 31 U.S.C. 6305, and 16 U.S.C. 5934 under the National Parks Omnibus Management Act of 1998 (supporting the NPS Inventory and Monitoring Program framework).
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on July 27, 2012.
What was the closing date for the announcement?
The closing date was August 3, 2012.
When did the opportunity move to archive status?
It moved to archive status on September 2, 2012.
Who was the listed point of contact for questions or access issues?
The listed contact was Tina Holland, Financial Assistance Agreements Officer at the National Park Service.
What contact details were provided for the point of contact?
Phone: 307-344-2082. Email: tinaholland@nps.gov.
What geographic area is emphasized in this opportunity?
The work is focused on the Greater Yellowstone area and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem context described in the announcement.
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