Opportunity Information: Apply for EPA R10 PS 1007
Apply for EPA R10 PS 1007
- The Environmental Protection Agency in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Puget Sound Action Agenda Ecosystem Restoration and Protection" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 66.123 Puget Sound Action Agenda Technical Investigations and Implementation Assistance Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 16, 2010 and posted on Sep 2, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Nov 1, 2010 Please refer to the full announcement, including Section IV, for additional information on submission methods and due dates.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $192,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $48,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 4 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- See Section III of the announcement for additional eligibility information.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Puget Sound Action Agenda Ecosystem Restoration and Protection opportunity is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 10 funding solicitation designed to move forward priority actions identified in the Puget Sound Partnership's 2020 Action Agenda. It was issued as a Request for Proposals (RFP) for projects that directly support protection and restoration of Puget Sound, with an emphasis on coordinated, on-the-ground implementation and technical work that aligns with the region's established recovery strategy. Awards are made as cooperative agreements, which typically means EPA expects to have substantial involvement during the project period (for example, coordination on work planning, oversight, and alignment with federal and regional priorities).
A key feature of this solicitation is that applicants are expected to serve as lead organizations, working closely with the Puget Sound Partnership, EPA, and other relevant partners. Rather than funding isolated or standalone efforts, the RFP focuses on leadership and coordination capacity for implementing priority work in one or more of four major emphasis areas. Those areas are: (1) Marine and Nearshore Protection and Restoration, which generally includes restoring or protecting shoreline and nearshore habitats and improving conditions in marine waters; (2) Watershed Protection and Restoration, which targets rivers, streams, floodplains, and broader watershed processes that influence water quality and habitat; (3) Toxics and Nutrients Prevention, Reduction, and Control, which focuses on reducing chemical contaminants and nutrient pollution that harm aquatic life and ecosystem health; and (4) Pathogens Prevention, Reduction, and Control, aimed at reducing bacteria and other pathogens that affect shellfish harvesting, recreation, and public health. The announcement notes that work funded under these cooperative agreements may involve collecting geospatial information, signaling that mapping, spatial analysis, GIS-based tracking, or location-based environmental data could be part of the proposed activities.
From a funding and administrative standpoint, this is a discretionary grant opportunity under the EPA environmental assistance framework, listed under CFDA 66.123 (Puget Sound Action Agenda Technical Investigations and Implementation Assistance Program). The estimated total funding available is $192,000,000, with an expectation of four awards. The ceiling for an individual award is $48,000,000, indicating that EPA was seeking relatively large, high-impact efforts or major coordinating entities rather than many small grants. Cost sharing or matching is required, meaning recipients must contribute non-federal resources (cash and/or allowable in-kind contributions) consistent with the requirements described in the full announcement. Eligibility is described broadly in the posting as "Others (see text field...)," with the specific eligibility rules and any restrictions located in Section III of the full RFP.
The opportunity was posted on September 2, 2010, with an original and current closing date of November 1, 2010, and an archive date of December 1, 2010. Applicants were instructed to consult the full announcement, particularly Section IV, for the official submission methods, requirements, and due date details. For access issues or questions about the full announcement, the listed point of contact is Daniel Steinborn at EPA Region 10 (206-553-2728).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Puget Sound Action Agenda Ecosystem Restoration and Protection opportunity?
It is an EPA Region 10 funding solicitation (issued as a Request for Proposals, or RFP) intended to advance priority actions in the Puget Sound Partnership's 2020 Action Agenda by supporting projects that directly protect and restore Puget Sound.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 10.
What type of funding award is used?
Awards are made as cooperative agreements, not standard grants.
What does it mean that the awards are "cooperative agreements"?
A cooperative agreement typically means EPA expects substantial involvement during the project period, such as coordination on work planning, oversight, and ensuring the work stays aligned with federal and regional priorities.
What kinds of projects does this RFP prioritize?
The RFP emphasizes coordinated, on-the-ground implementation and technical work that aligns with the Puget Sound region's established recovery strategy and priority actions in the 2020 Action Agenda. It is designed to support leadership and coordination for implementing priority work rather than funding isolated or standalone efforts.
Does the RFP expect collaboration or partnerships?
Yes. Applicants are expected to serve as lead organizations and work closely with the Puget Sound Partnership, EPA, and other relevant partners.
What are the main emphasis areas supported by this funding?
The solicitation identifies four major emphasis areas:
- Marine and Nearshore Protection and Restoration
- Watershed Protection and Restoration
- Toxics and Nutrients Prevention, Reduction, and Control
- Pathogens Prevention, Reduction, and Control
What is included under Marine and Nearshore Protection and Restoration?
This area generally includes restoring or protecting shoreline and nearshore habitats and improving conditions in marine waters.
What is included under Watershed Protection and Restoration?
This area targets rivers, streams, floodplains, and broader watershed processes that influence water quality and habitat.
What is included under Toxics and Nutrients Prevention, Reduction, and Control?
This area focuses on reducing chemical contaminants and nutrient pollution that harm aquatic life and ecosystem health.
What is included under Pathogens Prevention, Reduction, and Control?
This area is aimed at reducing bacteria and other pathogens that affect shellfish harvesting, recreation, and public health.
Does the opportunity mention GIS, mapping, or geospatial data?
Yes. The announcement notes that work funded under these cooperative agreements may involve collecting geospatial information, which can imply mapping, spatial analysis, GIS-based tracking, or other location-based environmental data as part of proposed activities.
Is this a discretionary grant opportunity?
Yes. It is described as a discretionary grant opportunity under the EPA environmental assistance framework.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
CFDA 66.123, titled "Puget Sound Action Agenda Technical Investigations and Implementation Assistance Program."
How much total funding is estimated to be available?
The estimated total funding available is $192,000,000.
How many awards does EPA expect to make?
The solicitation states an expectation of four awards.
What is the maximum (ceiling) amount for an individual award?
The ceiling for an individual award is $48,000,000.
Does the RFP require cost sharing or a match?
Yes. Cost sharing or matching is required, meaning recipients must contribute non-federal resources (cash and/or allowable in-kind contributions) as described in the full announcement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described broadly in the posting as "Others (see text field...)." The specific eligibility rules and any restrictions are located in Section III of the full RFP.
Where can applicants find the official submission requirements?
Applicants were instructed to consult the full announcement, particularly Section IV, for official submission methods, requirements, and due date details.
When was the opportunity posted?
It was posted on September 2, 2010.
What was the application closing date?
The original and current closing date listed is November 1, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is December 1, 2010.
Who can be contacted for access issues or questions about the full announcement?
Daniel Steinborn at EPA Region 10 can be contacted at (206) 553-2728.
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