Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 13 NERO 0015
Apply for NPS 13 NERO 0015
- 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 Mar 22, 2013 and posted on Mar 22, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 27, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $143,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $143,000.00 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.
- This is NOT a request for applications. This is an announcement that and award has ALREADY been given to the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism, (ORABIT) Inc.
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Opportunity Summary:
The funding opportunity titled "Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism" (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 13 NERO 0015) is not a competitive grant solicitation and was never intended to invite new applications. Instead, it serves as a public notice that the National Park Service (NPS) had already made a single cooperative agreement award to the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism, Inc. (ORABIT). The posting functions more like an administrative transparency announcement than a typical grant call, confirming the recipient, the amount, and the responsibilities tied to the award.
This award falls under CFDA 15.939, National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance, and is issued by the National Park Service using a cooperative agreement as the funding instrument. A cooperative agreement generally indicates that the federal agency expects to have substantial involvement in the work as it is carried out, such as coordination, review, and approval of certain deliverables. The opportunity was categorized as "Mandatory," reflecting that the award was predetermined rather than competed. The total funding amount was fixed at $143,000, with the award floor and ceiling both set at $143,000, and the announcement anticipated one award in total. The posting date and creation date were March 22, 2013, with an original and current closing date of March 27, 2013, and it was archived on March 28, 2013, reinforcing that this was a short administrative notice rather than an open application window.
Because the award had already been made to ORABIT, the "eligible applicants" field listing 501(c)(3) nonprofits is largely informational in this context, not an invitation for other nonprofits to apply. The announcement explicitly repeats that it is not a request for applications and that ORABIT is the designated awardee.
In exchange for receiving the federal assistance, ORABIT agreed to several specific responsibilities centered on implementing and overseeing a management plan consistent with the governing legislation and the terms of the agreement. First, ORABIT must implement the management plan as described in Attachment A, identified as the FY13 Workplan and Budget, meaning the organization is expected to follow an established scope of work, timelines, and spending plan. Second, ORABIT must hold public meetings at least annually to discuss implementation of the management plan, a requirement that supports transparency and ongoing public input. Third, ORABIT must coordinate with local government units, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations, emphasizing collaboration across public and nonprofit partners in the region. Fourth, ORABIT must comply with all applicable state and federal laws, explicitly including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), which are core federal compliance frameworks for assessing environmental effects and protecting historic resources during federally assisted activities. Fifth, ORABIT is responsible for preparing compliance documents for review and approval by the NPS and/or the state, which typically means producing the documentation needed to demonstrate adherence to NEPA, NHPA, and other relevant requirements before certain actions move forward.
For additional information or help accessing the announcement, the listed contact was Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist, reachable by phone at 215-597-9153.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this 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 13 NERO 0015.
Is this a competitive grant solicitation?
No. The announcement states it is not a competitive grant solicitation and was never intended to invite new applications.
Was this announcement a request for applications (RFA) or an open call to apply?
No. The announcement explicitly repeats that it is not a request for applications and that a recipient had already been selected.
Why was this opportunity posted if it was not open for applications?
It functioned as a public notice for administrative transparency, confirming that the National Park Service had already made a single cooperative agreement award, identifying the recipient, the amount, and the responsibilities tied to the award.
Who was the designated award recipient?
The designated awardee was the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry, and Tourism, Inc. (ORABIT).
How many awards were anticipated under this posting?
One award was anticipated in total.
What was the total funding amount?
The total funding amount was $143,000.
What were the award floor and award ceiling amounts?
Both the award floor and the award ceiling were set at $143,000, indicating a fixed award amount for this notice.
What federal program is this award associated with?
This award falls under CFDA 15.939, National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance.
Which federal agency issued the award?
The award was issued by the National Park Service (NPS).
What type of funding instrument was used?
The funding instrument was a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award is a cooperative agreement?
In this context, a cooperative agreement indicates the federal agency expects substantial involvement in the work as it is carried out, such as coordination, review, and approval of certain deliverables.
Why is the opportunity categorized as "Mandatory"?
It was categorized as "Mandatory" because the award was predetermined rather than competed.
Who was listed as eligible applicants, and does that mean others could apply?
The "eligible applicants" field listed 501(c)(3) nonprofits, but the notice explains that this was largely informational here and not an invitation for other nonprofits to apply because ORABIT was the designated awardee.
When was the posting created and posted?
The creation date and posting date were March 22, 2013.
What were the closing dates for this announcement?
The original and current closing date were both March 27, 2013.
When was the announcement archived?
The announcement was archived on March 28, 2013.
Does the short posting window indicate anything about the nature of the announcement?
Yes. The short window (posted March 22, closed March 27, archived March 28) reinforces that it was a brief administrative notice rather than an open application opportunity.
What responsibilities did ORABIT agree to in exchange for receiving the federal assistance?
ORABIT agreed to responsibilities centered on implementing and overseeing a management plan consistent with governing legislation and the terms of the agreement, including implementing the FY13 Workplan and Budget (Attachment A), holding annual public meetings, coordinating with partner organizations, complying with applicable laws (including NEPA and NHPA), and preparing compliance documents for NPS and/or state review and approval.
What is "Attachment A" referenced in the responsibilities?
Attachment A is identified as the FY13 Workplan and Budget, describing the management plan implementation scope of work, timelines, and spending plan that ORABIT is expected to follow.
Are public meetings required under this award?
Yes. ORABIT must hold public meetings at least annually to discuss implementation of the management plan.
Who is ORABIT expected to coordinate with while carrying out the work?
ORABIT must coordinate with local government units, regional planning organizations, and nonprofit organizations.
What legal and compliance frameworks are specifically called out?
The notice explicitly includes compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), along with all other applicable state and federal laws.
What compliance documentation is ORABIT responsible for preparing?
ORABIT is responsible for preparing compliance documents for review and approval by the NPS and/or the state, typically to demonstrate adherence to NEPA, NHPA, and other relevant requirements before certain actions proceed.
Who is the contact person for additional information?
The listed contact is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist.
What is the contact phone number provided in the announcement?
The phone number provided is 215-597-9153.
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