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- 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 "Preservation on NPS Museum Collections" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.945 Cooperative Research and Training Programs Resources of the National Park System.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 7, 2015 and posted on Aug 7, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 17, 2015 This is not a request for applications. This funding opportunity is to provide public notice of NPSs intention to continue to fund the project activities without full and open competition to the George Washington University.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "Preservation on NPS Museum Collections" (Funding Opportunity Number P15AS00284) is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary funding notice for a cooperative agreement focused on cultural resources work tied to National Park System museum collections. It was posted on August 7, 2015, with an original and current closing date of August 17, 2015, and an archive date of September 7, 2015. The opportunity is listed under CFDA 15.945 (Cooperative Research and Training Programs, Resources of the National Park System). No cost sharing or matching is required.
The purpose of the project is straightforward and collections-management oriented: it supports continued preservation and stewardship activities by advancing core museum collection care documentation and planning. Specifically, the work emphasizes (1) continuing to complete catalog records for museum items, which typically involves ensuring objects are properly documented and tracked in a collections management system; (2) developing or refining scopes of collection statements, which define what types of objects a park or unit should collect and retain so the collection remains mission-focused and manageable; (3) developing housekeeping plans that lay out routine practices for keeping collection storage and exhibit areas clean and stable in ways that protect objects; and (4) developing integrated pest management (IPM) plans, which are structured, preventive approaches to monitoring and controlling pests in collection spaces while minimizing risks to artifacts and reducing reliance on pesticides.
A key point in the announcement is that it is not an open call for applications. The NPS explicitly states this is not a request for applications and is only being posted as public notice of the agency's intent to continue funding the project activities without full and open competition, specifically to George Washington University. Although the eligibility field mentions private institutions of higher education, the intent statement makes clear that the continuation award is directed to a named partner rather than being competitively awarded.
The listing shows an estimated total funding amount of $0 and an award ceiling and floor of $0, which often appears in notices that function primarily as a transparency requirement rather than a traditional competitive solicitation with a defined funding pot. For further details, the notice points to Grants.gov, and the contact listed for access issues is Rita Mihalik, Financial Assistance Officer at the National Park Service (301-663-1481 ext. 225, RitaMihalik@nps.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title and identifier for this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Preservation on NPS Museum Collections" and lists Funding Opportunity Number P15AS00284.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity is issued by the National Park Service (NPS) as a discretionary funding notice for a cooperative agreement.
What type of funding instrument is this?
This notice is for a cooperative agreement focused on cultural resources work tied to National Park System museum collections.
What is the CFDA program associated with this notice?
The notice is listed under CFDA 15.945, Cooperative Research and Training Programs, Resources of the National Park System.
What is the main purpose of the project described in the notice?
The project supports continued preservation and stewardship activities by advancing core museum collection care documentation and planning for National Park System museum collections.
What specific activities does the project emphasize?
The notice highlights four core activity areas: completing catalog records for museum items; developing or refining scopes of collection statements; developing housekeeping plans for collection areas; and developing integrated pest management (IPM) plans for collection spaces.
What does "continuing to complete catalog records" mean in this context?
It generally refers to ensuring museum objects are properly documented and tracked in a collections management system as part of core collections management work.
What is a scope of collection statement?
A scope of collection statement defines what types of objects a park or unit should collect and retain so the collection remains mission-focused and manageable.
What is a housekeeping plan for museum collections?
A housekeeping plan lays out routine practices for keeping collection storage and exhibit areas clean and stable in ways that protect objects.
What is an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plan and why is it included?
An IPM plan is a structured, preventive approach to monitoring and controlling pests in collection spaces while minimizing risks to artifacts and reducing reliance on pesticides.
Is this an open call for applications?
No. The NPS explicitly states the posting is not a request for applications and is only public notice of the agency's intent to continue funding the project activities without full and open competition.
Who is the intended recipient of the continuation funding described in the notice?
The notice states the continuation award is directed to George Washington University.
Does the eligibility listing mean other organizations can apply?
Although the eligibility field mentions private institutions of higher education, the intent statement in the notice makes clear this is a continuation award directed to a named partner rather than a competitive opportunity.
When was the opportunity posted?
The notice was posted on August 7, 2015.
What were the closing dates listed for this notice?
The original closing date and the current closing date are both listed as August 17, 2015.
When was the notice archived?
The archive date is listed as September 7, 2015.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The notice states that no cost sharing or matching is required.
How much funding is available under this notice?
The listing shows an estimated total funding amount of $0, with an award ceiling of $0 and an award floor of $0. This often appears in notices that primarily serve a transparency function rather than a traditional competitive solicitation with a defined funding amount.
Where does the notice direct applicants or readers for additional details?
For further details, the notice points to Grants.gov.
Who should be contacted for access issues related to this opportunity?
The contact listed for access issues is Rita Mihalik, Financial Assistance Officer at the National Park Service: 301-663-1481 ext. 225, RitaMihalik@nps.gov.
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