Opportunity Information: Apply for NOAA NMFS PRPO 2011 2002635
Apply for NOAA NMFS PRPO 2011 2002635
- The Department of Commerce in the environment natural resources science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Protected Species Cooperative Conservation" 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 Jul 19, 2010 and posted on Jul 19, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 4, 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 $15,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligible applicants are state agencies that have entered into an agreement with NMFS pursuant to section 6(c) of the ESA. The terms state and state agency are used as defined in section 3 of the ESA (16 U.S.C. 1532). Currently eligible state agencies are listed here http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi bin/leaving.cgifromleavingFR.htmlloglinklogtohttp://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/conservation/states/. Any state agency that enters into a section 6(c) agreement with NMFS within 45 days following the grant application deadline is also eligible to apply. State agencies may apply for funding to conduct work on federally listed species that are included in their ESA section 6 agreement and any species that has become a candidate or a proposed species by the grant application deadline. State agencies may not apply for funding to conduct work on federally listed species that are not covered in their ESA section 6 agreement unless said species is added to the agreement within 45 days following the grant application deadline. Federal agencies or institutions are not eligible to receive assistance under this notice. In addition, NOAA and NMFS employees shall not provide assistance in writing applications, write letters of support for any application, or otherwise confer any unfair advantage on a particular application. However, for activities involving collaboration with current NMFS programs, NMFS employees can write a letter verifying that they are collaborating with the project.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Protected Species Cooperative Conservation opportunity is a NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) funding program designed to help states play a stronger, more coordinated role in conserving and recovering marine and anadromous species that fall under NMFS jurisdiction. The program recognizes that many federally protected species spend all or part of their life in state waters, so long term recovery often depends on practical, on the ground work led by state agencies in partnership with NMFS. Funding is provided to build or strengthen state conservation programs that address endangered, threatened, and proposed species, and it can also support monitoring efforts for candidate species and species that have been delisted.
This solicitation (Funding Opportunity Number NOAA NMFS PRPO 2011 2002635, CFDA 11.472) was offered as a discretionary grant or cooperative agreement through the U.S. Department of Commerce. For the FY 2011 cycle described, NMFS anticipated roughly $15 million in total funding, with individual awards generally ranging from $500,000 to $1,000,000. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning recipients are expected to contribute non federal funds or in kind support consistent with the program rules. The application window listed a posted date of July 19, 2010, with an original and current closing date of October 4, 2010, and an archive date of November 3, 2010.
Projects supported under this program can cover a broad set of conservation and recovery activities, as long as they are tied to established priorities. Examples of eligible work include developing and implementing management plans, conducting scientific research that informs recovery actions, and carrying out public education and outreach that reduces threats or improves compliance and stewardship. A key expectation is that proposals align with priority actions already identified in credible planning frameworks, such as an Endangered Species Act (ESA) Recovery Plan, the state ESA Section 6 Program, a State Wildlife Action Plan, or a regionally identified NMFS priority or need. In other words, the program is intended to fund actions that are ready to move forward and that clearly connect to recognized recovery or conservation strategies rather than standalone efforts without a planning link.
Eligibility is limited to state agencies operating under ESA Section 6(c) arrangements with NMFS. Specifically, eligible applicants are state agencies that have entered into, or applied for, an agreement with NMFS pursuant to ESA Section 6(c), using the ESA definitions of "state" and "state agency" (16 U.S.C. 1532). The notice also allows a state agency to qualify if it enters into a Section 6(c) agreement within 45 days after the application deadline. Importantly, states may only seek funds for work on federally listed species that are covered by their Section 6 agreement, plus any species that has become a candidate or proposed species by the application deadline. If a state wants to work on a listed species not covered by its agreement, that species must be added to the agreement within 45 days after the deadline for the proposal to remain eligible on that point. Federal agencies and institutions are not eligible to receive funding under this notice.
There are also program boundaries that applicants need to account for. Proposals focused on listed Pacific salmonids are explicitly excluded from consideration under this Protected Species Cooperative Conservation program, because those projects are generally routed to a different NMFS funding stream, the Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund. The notice further clarifies NMFS conduct rules meant to keep the competition fair: NOAA and NMFS employees cannot help write applications or provide letters of support that would give an applicant an unfair advantage, although they may provide a letter verifying collaboration when a project is formally coordinated with an existing NMFS program.
Administrative details in the announcement point applicants to the full opportunity package for complete submission instructions and evaluation criteria, noting that some requirements changed from the prior year and that the entire document should be read closely before applying. A listed contact (Steve Drescher, Policy Advisor) was provided for difficulties accessing the full announcement electronically, specifically for application download issues.
Protected Species Cooperative Conservation (NOAA NMFS) - FAQs
What is the Protected Species Cooperative Conservation opportunity?
It is a NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) funding program designed to help states play a stronger, more coordinated role in conserving and recovering marine and anadromous species under NMFS jurisdiction. The program emphasizes practical, on-the-ground conservation work led by state agencies in partnership with NMFS.
What kinds of species does this program focus on?
The program supports conservation and recovery work for federally protected species under NMFS jurisdiction, including endangered, threatened, and proposed species. It may also support monitoring for candidate species and species that have been delisted.
Why are state agencies a focus of this program?
Many federally protected species spend all or part of their life in state waters, and long-term recovery often depends on sustained, practical efforts carried out by state agencies in coordination with NMFS.
What is the funding mechanism for this opportunity?
This solicitation was offered as a discretionary grant or cooperative agreement through the U.S. Department of Commerce.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number and CFDA number?
Funding Opportunity Number: NOAA NMFS PRPO 2011 2002635. CFDA: 11.472.
How much total funding was anticipated for the FY 2011 cycle described?
NMFS anticipated roughly $15 million in total funding for the FY 2011 cycle referenced in the notice.
What is the typical award size?
Individual awards were generally expected to range from $500,000 to $1,000,000.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning recipients are expected to contribute non-federal funds or in-kind support consistent with the program rules.
When was the application posted and when was it due?
The posted date was July 19, 2010. The original and current closing date listed was October 4, 2010.
What was the archive date for this announcement?
The archive date listed was November 3, 2010.
What types of projects are eligible under this program?
The program can support a broad set of conservation and recovery activities tied to established priorities. Examples include developing and implementing management plans, conducting scientific research that informs recovery actions, and carrying out public education and outreach that reduces threats or improves compliance and stewardship.
Do projects need to align with existing plans or priorities?
Yes. A key expectation is that proposals align with priority actions identified in credible planning frameworks, such as an Endangered Species Act (ESA) Recovery Plan, the state ESA Section 6 Program, a State Wildlife Action Plan, or a regionally identified NMFS priority or need. The program is intended to support actions that are ready to move forward and clearly linked to recognized recovery or conservation strategies.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to state agencies operating under ESA Section 6(c) arrangements with NMFS. Specifically, eligible applicants are state agencies that have entered into, or applied for, an agreement with NMFS pursuant to ESA Section 6(c), using the ESA definitions of "state" and "state agency" (16 U.S.C. 1532).
Can a state agency apply if it does not yet have a Section 6(c) agreement in place?
Yes, if the state agency enters into a Section 6(c) agreement within 45 days after the application deadline, it can qualify under the notice.
Are there limits on which species a state can propose work for?
Yes. States may only seek funds for work on federally listed species covered by their Section 6 agreement, plus any species that has become a candidate or proposed species by the application deadline.
What if a proposal includes a listed species that is not covered by the state’s Section 6 agreement?
If a state wants to work on a listed species not covered by its agreement, that species must be added to the agreement within 45 days after the application deadline for that portion of the proposal to remain eligible.
Are federal agencies or federal institutions eligible to receive funding?
No. Federal agencies and institutions are not eligible to receive funding under this notice.
Are projects on listed Pacific salmonids eligible under this program?
No. Proposals focused on listed Pacific salmonids are explicitly excluded from consideration under this Protected Species Cooperative Conservation program. Those projects are generally directed to a different NMFS funding stream, the Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund.
Can NOAA or NMFS employees help write an application?
No. The notice states that NOAA and NMFS employees cannot help write applications or provide letters of support that would give an applicant an unfair advantage.
Can NOAA or NMFS provide any kind of letter for an application?
The notice indicates NOAA or NMFS staff may provide a letter verifying collaboration when a project is formally coordinated with an existing NMFS program.
Where can applicants find submission instructions and evaluation criteria?
The announcement points applicants to the full opportunity package for complete submission instructions and evaluation criteria, and notes that some requirements changed from the prior year. Applicants were advised to read the entire document closely before applying.
Who was listed as a contact for electronic access issues (such as trouble downloading the application)?
Steve Drescher (Policy Advisor) was listed as a contact for difficulties accessing the full announcement electronically, specifically for application download issues.
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