Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 15 NERO 0008
Apply for NPS 15 NERO 0008
- The National Park 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 "Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.939 National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 2, 2014 and posted on Dec 2, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 7, 2014 This is not a request for applications. This is just an announcement that NPS is fulfilling its mandated obligation to provide assistance to the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism Inc. for their work in the Oil Region Heritage Area.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $59,160.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $59,160.00 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.
- This is not a request for applications. This is just an announcement that NPS is fulfilling its mandated obligation to provide assistance to the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism Inc. for their work in the Oil Region Heritage Area.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Park Service (NPS) funding opportunity titled "Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism" (Funding Opportunity Number: NPS 15 NERO 0008) is a mandatory cooperative agreement notice tied to the National Heritage Area program (CFDA 15.939). It is not an open call for proposals and not a request for applications. Instead, it serves as a public announcement that NPS is carrying out a legally required obligation to provide federal financial assistance to a specific organization, the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism, Inc. (ORABIT), for work within the Oil Region Heritage Area.
The announcement indicates that NPS expects to make one award under this notice, with total estimated funding of $59,160. The award floor and ceiling are both listed as $59,160, meaning the funding amount is fixed rather than competitive or variable. The posted and created date is December 2, 2014, with a closing date of December 7, 2014, and an archive date of December 8, 2014. While an eligibility category is listed as nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), the notice repeatedly clarifies that this is not a competitive opportunity; the listing functions mainly as a formal record of a directed, mandated assistance action rather than an invitation for other applicants to apply.
Under the terms described, ORABIT is responsible for carrying out several core commitments connected to managing and implementing the Oil Region Heritage Area. First, ORABIT must implement the Heritage Area Management Plan consistent with the governing agreement and enabling legislation, following the activities and budget laid out in its FY 2015 Work Plan and Budget. Second, ORABIT must hold public meetings at least once per year to discuss and report on the implementation of the Management Plan, supporting transparency and community involvement. Third, ORABIT must include key local and regional partners in carrying out the plan, specifically units of local government, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations, emphasizing a collaborative heritage area approach rather than a single-entity effort.
The notice also underscores compliance responsibilities that come with federal assistance. ORABIT must comply with all applicable state and federal laws, specifically calling out the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). In practical terms, that means proposed activities may require environmental review, cultural resource review, and consultation processes depending on the nature of the work and potential impacts. Finally, ORABIT is expected to prepare any required compliance documentation for review and approval by NPS and/or the relevant state authorities, ensuring that projects supported through the cooperative agreement meet federal standards before moving forward.
For additional details or help accessing the announcement, the listed point of contact is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist, at 215-597-9153.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this National Park Service funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NPS 15 NERO 0008.
What program is this assistance connected to?
This notice is tied to the National Heritage Area program (CFDA 15.939) and relates specifically to work within the Oil Region Heritage Area.
Is this an open call for proposals or a competitive grant?
No. The notice states it is not an open call for proposals and not a request for applications. It is a mandatory cooperative agreement notice that serves as a public announcement of a legally required assistance action.
Can other organizations apply for this funding?
No. Although an eligibility category is listed (nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education), the notice repeatedly clarifies this is not a competitive opportunity and is directed to a specific organization.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The intended recipient is the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism, Inc. (ORABIT).
How many awards does NPS expect to make under this notice?
NPS expects to make one award under this notice.
How much funding is available?
The total estimated funding is $59,160.
Is the award amount flexible or competitive?
No. The award floor and award ceiling are both listed as $59,160, meaning the funding amount is fixed rather than variable or competitive.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The notice describes this as a mandatory cooperative agreement.
What does "mandatory cooperative agreement notice" mean in this context?
In this context, it means the National Park Service is fulfilling a legally required obligation to provide federal financial assistance to a specific organization (ORABIT). The listing functions as a formal public record of that directed action, rather than an invitation for applications from other entities.
What are the key responsibilities ORABIT must carry out under this agreement?
The notice describes several core commitments for ORABIT in managing and implementing the Oil Region Heritage Area, including implementing the Heritage Area Management Plan, holding annual public meetings, and engaging key partners such as local governments, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations.
What plan is ORABIT required to implement?
ORABIT must implement the Heritage Area Management Plan consistent with the governing agreement and enabling legislation.
What work plan and budget guide the activities funded by this agreement?
The notice indicates ORABIT will follow the activities and budget laid out in its FY 2015 Work Plan and Budget.
Are public meetings required as part of the agreement?
Yes. ORABIT must hold public meetings at least once per year to discuss and report on implementation of the Management Plan.
Why are public meetings included as a requirement?
The notice frames the public meeting requirement as a way to support transparency and community involvement in implementation of the Heritage Area Management Plan.
Which partners must be included in carrying out the Management Plan?
The notice specifies that ORABIT must include key local and regional partners, including units of local government, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations.
What compliance requirements apply to activities supported by this cooperative agreement?
ORABIT must comply with all applicable state and federal laws, specifically including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).
What do NEPA and NHPA compliance typically imply for proposed activities?
The notice indicates that proposed activities may require environmental review, cultural resource review, and consultation processes depending on the nature of the work and potential impacts.
Who is responsible for preparing compliance documentation?
ORABIT is expected to prepare any required compliance documentation for review and approval by NPS and/or relevant state authorities.
Does NPS or the state review the compliance documentation?
Yes. The notice states required compliance documentation is prepared for review and approval by NPS and/or the relevant state authorities.
What are the posted, closing, and archive dates for this notice?
The posted/created date is December 2, 2014. The closing date is December 7, 2014. The archive date is December 8, 2014.
Does the closing date function like a typical application deadline?
Not in the usual sense. The notice explains it is not a request for applications and not a competitive opportunity; the posting primarily serves as a formal public announcement of a directed, mandated assistance action.
Who can be contacted for more information about this announcement?
The listed point of contact is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist.
What is the contact phone number provided in the notice?
The phone number listed is 215-597-9153.
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