Opportunity Information: Apply for NMFS PRPO 2009 2001608
Apply for NMFS PRPO 2009 2001608
- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in the environment natural resources science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Proactive Species Conservation Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 11.472 Unallied Science Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 5, 2009 and posted on Jan 5, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 12, 2009 Applications must be received and validated by Grants.gov on or before 5 p.m. EST on February 12, 2009. Applications submitted through Grants.gov will have a date and time indication on them. Hard copy applications will be date and time stamped when they are received. Hard copy applications must be postmarked by February 12, 2009. Please Note It may take Grants.gov up to two (2) business days to validate or reject the application. Please keep this in mind in developing your submission timeline.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $200,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligible applicants are U.S. state, territorial, tribal, or local governments that have regulatory or management authority over one or more SOC or activities that affect one or more SOC. A current list of SOC can be found at http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/ species/concern/#list or obtained from the Office of Protected Resources (see section G, Agency Contacts). Applicants are not eligible to submit a proposal under this program if they are a federal employee however, federal employees may serve as Cooperators. In addition, NMFS employees are not allowed to actively engage in the preparation of proposals or write letters of support for any application. However, if applicable, NMFS employees can write a letter verifying that they are collaborating with a particular project. NMFS contacts (see section G) are available to provide information regarding programmatic goals and objectives associated with the PSCP, other ongoing ESA programs, regional funding priorities, and, along with other Federal Program Officers, can provide information on application procedures and completion of required forms.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Proactive Species Conservation Program is a National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) funding opportunity that supports voluntary, early action conservation work for marine and anadromous species that may be at risk, with the goal of preventing those species from deteriorating to the point where listing under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) becomes necessary. Rather than focusing on species that are already listed as threatened or endangered, the program is meant to encourage practical, non-regulatory, and cost-effective conservation measures that can reduce risk before a crisis point is reached. The broader idea is that investing in earlier conservation action can be more efficient for both wildlife and communities than waiting until ESA listing triggers more formal and often more expensive management requirements.
A key concept behind this opportunity is NMFS "species of concern" (SOC), a category NMFS created in April 2004 (69 FR 19975) to highlight species that could be headed toward needing ESA protections but for which information may be limited. Importantly, SOC status does not create any ESA procedural requirements or regulatory protections; it is essentially an awareness and prioritization tool used to stimulate monitoring, research, and conservation work before a formal listing decision becomes necessary. Projects proposed under this grant are expected to align with conserving one or more of the marine or anadromous species currently on the SOC list, or to address activities that affect those species. The SOC list and species descriptions are maintained by NMFS online.
Funding is offered as either grants or cooperative agreements, indicating that awards may range from more independently executed projects (typical of grants) to projects involving closer federal involvement or collaboration (typical of cooperative agreements), depending on the nature of the work and NMFS role. The opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding and falls under Environment, Natural Resources, and Science and Technology/Research and Development activities. The CFDA number associated with the program is 11.472 (Unallied Science Program). The notice states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which can lower the barrier for eligible applicants that may have limited non-federal funds available.
Eligibility is limited to U.S. state, territorial, tribal, or local government entities that have management or regulatory authority over one or more species of concern, or over activities that affect one or more species of concern. In other words, applicants must be governmental entities with a relevant on-the-ground or jurisdictional role tied to the targeted species or the threats they face. Federal employees cannot apply as applicants under this program, although they may participate as cooperators. The announcement also emphasizes conflict-of-interest boundaries for NMFS staff: NMFS employees are not permitted to actively help write proposals or provide letters of support for applications, though they may provide a letter confirming collaboration if that collaboration exists. NMFS contacts can, however, provide guidance on program goals, how this program fits alongside other ESA-related efforts, regional priorities, and application mechanics.
For the FY 2009 cycle described in the notice, the estimated total funding available is $200,000. The opportunity was posted January 5, 2009, with an application deadline of February 12, 2009. Applications needed to be received and validated by Grants.gov by 5 p.m. Eastern on the closing date, and the notice warns that Grants.gov validation can take up to two business days, so applicants were expected to build that processing time into their submission schedule. Hard copy applications were also accepted under the notice, with requirements tied to postmark date and receipt stamping. The opportunity was later archived on March 14, 2009, reflecting that this particular announcement pertained to that fiscal year cycle.
Overall, this grant opportunity is designed for government resource managers who can directly influence conservation outcomes for NMFS species of concern. It funds proactive work meant to close data gaps, reduce threats, and support conservation actions early enough to keep species from requiring ESA listing, while encouraging collaboration where appropriate and keeping participation accessible by not requiring matching funds. For full project requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions, applicants were directed to the full announcement referenced in the notice, and the listed agency contact was Steve Drescher, Policy Advisor, at 301-713-0926 for access issues related to the full announcement.
Proactive Species Conservation Program (NMFS) - FAQs
What is the Proactive Species Conservation Program?
The Proactive Species Conservation Program is a National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) funding opportunity that supports voluntary, early-action conservation work for marine and anadromous species that may be at risk. The purpose is to prevent those species from declining to the point where listing under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) becomes necessary.
What is the main goal of this funding opportunity?
The main goal is to encourage practical, non-regulatory, and cost-effective conservation measures that reduce risk early, before a species reaches a crisis point that could lead to an ESA listing and more formal management requirements.
Does this program focus on species that are already listed as threatened or endangered under the ESA?
No. This program is designed to support proactive conservation for species that may be at risk, rather than species that are already listed as threatened or endangered.
What types of species are intended to benefit from this program?
The program is aimed at conserving marine and anadromous species that are identified as NMFS "species of concern" (SOC), or addressing activities that affect one or more of those species.
What does "Species of Concern" (SOC) mean?
Does SOC status create ESA protections or regulatory requirements?
No. SOC status does not create ESA procedural requirements or regulatory protections. It is an awareness and prioritization tool intended to stimulate early conservation action.
Do proposed projects need to align with the NMFS Species of Concern list?
Yes. Projects are expected to align with conserving one or more of the marine or anadromous species currently on the SOC list, or to address activities that affect those species.
Where can applicants find the SOC list and species descriptions?
The SOC list and species descriptions are maintained online by NMFS.
What kind of financial assistance does NMFS provide under this opportunity?
Funding is offered as either grants or cooperative agreements. This means some awards may support more independently executed projects (typical of grants), while others may involve closer federal involvement or collaboration (typical of cooperative agreements), depending on the work and NMFS's role.
What is the difference between a grant and a cooperative agreement in this notice?
Based on the notice, a grant generally indicates a more independently executed project, while a cooperative agreement indicates that NMFS may be more closely involved or collaborative in the project, depending on the nature of the work.
What funding category does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding and falls under Environment, Natural Resources, and Science and Technology/Research and Development activities.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number associated with this program is 11.472 (Unallied Science Program).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The notice states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to U.S. state, territorial, tribal, or local government entities that have management or regulatory authority over one or more NMFS species of concern, or over activities that affect one or more species of concern.
What does it mean to have "management or regulatory authority" for eligibility?
It means the applicant must be a governmental entity with a relevant jurisdictional or on-the-ground role connected to the targeted species or to the activities/threats affecting those species.
Can federal employees apply for this funding?
No. Federal employees cannot apply as applicants under this program, though they may participate as cooperators.
Can NMFS staff help write an application or provide a letter of support?
No. The announcement states NMFS employees are not permitted to actively help write proposals or provide letters of support for applications.
Can NMFS staff provide any kind of letter related to an application?
Yes, NMFS staff may provide a letter confirming collaboration if that collaboration exists.
What kinds of assistance can NMFS contacts provide to potential applicants?
NMFS contacts can provide guidance on program goals, how the program fits alongside other ESA-related efforts, regional priorities, and application mechanics.
How much funding was available in the FY 2009 cycle described in the notice?
For the FY 2009 cycle described, the estimated total funding available was $200,000.
When was the FY 2009 opportunity posted and when was the deadline?
The opportunity was posted on January 5, 2009, and the application deadline was February 12, 2009.
What was the submission deadline time for Grants.gov?
Applications needed to be received and validated by Grants.gov by 5 p.m. Eastern on the closing date.
Why did the notice warn about Grants.gov validation time?
The notice warned that Grants.gov validation can take up to two business days, so applicants were expected to plan ahead and build that processing time into their submission schedule.
Were hard copy applications accepted?
Yes. Hard copy applications were accepted under the notice, with requirements tied to postmark date and receipt stamping.
What does it mean that the opportunity was "archived" on March 14, 2009?
It indicates the announcement pertained to that particular fiscal year cycle and was later archived after the cycle concluded.
What is the overall purpose of investing in earlier conservation action according to the notice?
The notice explains that investing earlier can be more efficient for both wildlife and communities than waiting until ESA listing triggers more formal and often more expensive management requirements.
Who is this program designed for?
This opportunity is designed for government resource managers who can directly influence conservation outcomes for NMFS species of concern through their management or regulatory authority.
What kinds of work does the program intend to fund?
Based on the notice, the program intends to fund proactive work that helps close data gaps, reduce threats, and support early conservation actions to keep species from needing ESA listing.
Where were applicants directed for full project requirements and evaluation criteria?
Applicants were directed to the full announcement referenced in the notice for full project requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions.
Who was the listed agency contact for access issues related to the full announcement?
The listed agency contact was Steve Drescher, Policy Advisor, at 301-713-0926, specifically for access issues related to the full announcement.
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