Opportunity Information: Apply for AH5520090008
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- The National Park Service in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Producing a Master Plan for the Joseph McDowell House" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 00.000 Not Elsewhere Classified.
- This funding opportunity was created on Oct 20, 2009 and posted on Oct 23, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 28, 2009. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $15,200.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $15,200.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: City or township governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "Producing a Master Plan for the Joseph McDowell House" (Funding Opportunity Number AH5520090008) was a National Park Service discretionary funding announcement aimed at supporting the creation of a formal master plan for the Joseph McDowell House. The stated purpose of the funding was to cover the costs associated with conducting research and drafting the master plan, indicating the award was meant to pay for the background work and written planning deliverables needed to guide future preservation, interpretation, or site management efforts related to this historic property.
This opportunity was issued as a cooperative agreement, which typically means the National Park Service expected to have substantial involvement in the project beyond simply providing funds. In practice, that can include coordination on scope, review of drafts, participation in planning discussions, or ensuring the final product aligns with federal preservation and planning expectations. The activity category was listed under "Science and Technology and other Research and Development," which in this context reflects the research-driven planning nature of the work rather than laboratory science; the funded work centered on gathering, analyzing, and documenting information and translating it into a structured, actionable plan.
The funding amount for the opportunity was fixed and relatively small, reflecting a tightly defined planning task rather than a large multi-year implementation project. The estimated total funding was $15,200, and both the award ceiling and floor were also $15,200, meaning one award was expected and it was intended to be made at exactly that amount. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, so the eligible recipient was not required to contribute additional non-federal funds as a condition of receiving the award.
Eligibility was limited to city or township governments, which suggests the Joseph McDowell House was likely associated with or managed by a local government entity, or that the National Park Service intended to partner specifically with a municipal-level government to complete the planning document. Only one award was anticipated, reinforcing that this was targeted funding for a specific recipient or a narrowly scoped local project.
Key dates show this was a short-window announcement. It was posted on October 23, 2009 (created October 20, 2009), with an original and current closing date of October 28, 2009. The archive date was November 27, 2009. The brief application period is consistent with a focused, time-sensitive obligation of FY09 funds, and the description explicitly notes that FY09 funding was obligated to cover the cost of research and drafting, which implies the funds were set aside to ensure the master planning work could be completed within that fiscal cycle.
For assistance accessing the full announcement, the contact listed was Cheryl Richardson, Contract Specialist at the National Park Service, reachable by phone at 404-507-5747 or by email at cherylrichardson@nps.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Producing a Master Plan for the Joseph McDowell House."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is AH5520090008.
Which federal agency issued this funding opportunity?
The opportunity was issued by the National Park Service (NPS).
What was the main purpose of the grant?
The stated purpose was to cover the costs associated with conducting research and drafting a formal master plan for the Joseph McDowell House. In other words, the funding supported the background research and the written planning deliverables needed to guide future preservation, interpretation, or site management efforts for the property.
What type of award was this?
This opportunity was issued as a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award was a cooperative agreement?
Based on the description provided, a cooperative agreement indicates the National Park Service expected to have substantial involvement in the project, not just provide funding. That involvement can include coordination on the project scope, review of draft materials, participation in planning discussions, and helping ensure the final master plan aligns with federal preservation and planning expectations.
What activity category was associated with this opportunity?
The activity category was listed as "Science and Technology and other Research and Development."
Does the activity category mean laboratory or technical science work?
Not necessarily. In this context, the category reflects the research-driven planning nature of the work. The funded activities centered on gathering, analyzing, and documenting information and turning it into a structured, actionable master plan.
How much funding was available?
The estimated total funding amount was $15,200.
What were the award floor and ceiling?
Both the award ceiling and the award floor were $15,200, meaning the award was intended to be made at exactly $15,200.
How many awards were expected?
One award was expected.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, so the recipient was not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving the award.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to city or township governments.
Does the eligibility limitation suggest anything about the project?
It suggests the Joseph McDowell House was likely associated with or managed by a local government entity, or that the National Park Service intended to partner specifically with a municipal-level government to complete the planning document.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on October 23, 2009 (created October 20, 2009).
What was the application closing date?
The original and current closing date was October 28, 2009.
How long was the application window?
Based on the posted date (October 23, 2009) and the closing date (October 28, 2009), the application window was very short.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was November 27, 2009.
Why was the application period so short?
The description indicates the brief window is consistent with a focused, time-sensitive obligation of FY09 funds. It explicitly notes that FY09 funding was obligated to cover the cost of the research and drafting work.
What specific work would the grant pay for?
The funding was meant to pay for the costs of conducting research and drafting the master plan. This includes the background work and written planning deliverables needed to guide future efforts related to the Joseph McDowell House.
Is this grant intended for construction or implementation work?
The description emphasizes planning (research and drafting a master plan) rather than a large implementation project, and it characterizes the amount as relatively small and tightly defined for a planning task.
Where can applicants get help accessing the full announcement?
Applicants could contact Cheryl Richardson, Contract Specialist at the National Park Service.
What are the contact details provided for the opportunity?
Cheryl Richardson could be reached by phone at 404-507-5747 or by email at cherylrichardson@nps.gov.
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