Opportunity Information: Apply for R10AS20074
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- The Bureau of Reclamation Mid Pacific Region in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Pelagic Organism Decline/Habitat Study Group Investigations" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.512 Central Valley Project Improvement Act, Title XXXIV.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 12, 2010 and posted on Jul 12, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 26, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $3,969,356.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $3,969,356.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), Mid Pacific Region, announced its intent to make a single cooperative agreement award to support research under the program titled "Pelagic Organism Decline/Habitat Study Group Investigations." The purpose of the effort is to investigate the causes behind an observed decline in pelagic organisms and to generate the scientific information needed to help agencies and partners develop strategies to reverse that decline. The assistance is framed as a cooperative effort, meaning BOR expects to be meaningfully involved alongside the recipient in carrying out the work rather than simply issuing a hands-off grant.
This opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.512 under the Central Valley Project Improvement Act (Public Law 102-575), specifically Section 3406(b)(1). In practical terms, that places the work within the federal authorities that support environmental and fish and wildlife-related actions associated with the Central Valley Project. The activity category is environmental, and the intent is clearly research and investigation focused on habitat conditions and other drivers that may be contributing to pelagic organism declines.
A key point is that this announcement is a Notice of Intent and explicitly not a request for competitive proposals. BOR states it plans to issue Cooperative Agreement CESU #3FC810873 to San Francisco State University, and it notes that the government determination not to compete the award is within its discretion under Departmental Manual 505 DM 2, paragraph 2.14(B)(4). While the eligibility field is listed as "unrestricted" in the source data, the narrative makes clear the planned recipient and the non-competitive nature of this particular action.
Funding details in the posting indicate there is expected to be one award, with an estimated total funding amount of $3,969,356. The award floor and ceiling are both listed as $3,969,356, which signals the agency anticipated a single award at that specific total amount rather than a range of possible award sizes. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated for the recipient.
The opportunity was posted on July 12, 2010, with an original and current closing date of July 26, 2010, and an archive date of July 27, 2010. The notice also highlights that Central Contractor Registration (CCR) requirements apply (CCR was the predecessor system to later federal registration systems), and it directs applicants or interested parties to the CCR website for registration information. For questions, the listed grants officer contact is Maria E. Castaneda at mcastaneda@usbr.gov, with a phone number of 916-978-5148.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this government funding opportunity?
The program is titled "Pelagic Organism Decline/Habitat Study Group Investigations."
Which agency is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity is issued by the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), Mid Pacific Region.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
BOR states it intends to make a single cooperative agreement award. A cooperative agreement indicates BOR expects to be meaningfully involved in carrying out the work with the recipient, rather than providing a hands-off grant.
What is the purpose of the project?
The effort is intended to investigate the causes behind an observed decline in pelagic organisms and to generate the scientific information needed to help agencies and partners develop strategies to reverse that decline.
What kinds of activities does the notice emphasize?
The notice frames the work as research and investigation, focused on habitat conditions and other potential drivers contributing to pelagic organism declines. The activity category is described as environmental.
Is this a competitive funding opportunity?
No. The announcement is a Notice of Intent and explicitly not a request for competitive proposals. BOR states it plans to make a non-competitive award.
Who is the intended recipient of the cooperative agreement?
BOR indicates it plans to issue Cooperative Agreement CESU #3FC810873 to San Francisco State University.
What authority does BOR cite for making a non-competitive award?
BOR notes that the determination not to compete the award is within its discretion under Departmental Manual 505 DM 2, paragraph 2.14(B)(4).
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is tied to CFDA 15.512.
What legislation is this opportunity associated with?
The notice links the work to the Central Valley Project Improvement Act (Public Law 102-575), specifically Section 3406(b)(1).
How does the notice describe the program context?
In practical terms, the notice places the work within federal authorities supporting environmental and fish and wildlife-related actions associated with the Central Valley Project.
How many awards does BOR expect to make?
The posting indicates there is expected to be one award.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $3,969,356.
Is there a funding range (award floor and ceiling), or a fixed amount?
The award floor and ceiling are both listed as $3,969,356. This signals BOR anticipated a single award at that specific amount rather than a range of possible award sizes.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is stated in the information provided.
What are the key dates for this notice?
The opportunity was posted on July 12, 2010. The original and current closing date is July 26, 2010. The archive date is July 27, 2010.
Does this notice require Central Contractor Registration (CCR)?
Yes. The notice highlights that Central Contractor Registration (CCR) requirements apply and directs interested parties to the CCR website for registration information.
What is CCR in the context of this notice?
CCR is described as a federal registration requirement referenced in the notice. The posting also notes that CCR was the predecessor system to later federal registration systems.
Who is the point of contact for questions about this opportunity?
The listed grants officer contact is Maria E. Castaneda.
How can the grants officer be reached?
Email: mcastaneda@usbr.gov. Phone: 916-978-5148.
What does the term "cooperative effort" imply for how the project will be carried out?
The notice explains that BOR expects to be meaningfully involved alongside the recipient in carrying out the work, rather than simply issuing funding with minimal involvement.
The eligibility field says "unrestricted." Does that mean anyone can apply?
While the eligibility field is listed as "unrestricted" in the source data, the narrative makes clear this is a Notice of Intent for a single, non-competitive cooperative agreement and identifies San Francisco State University as the planned recipient.
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