Opportunity Information: Apply for R10SF80458
Apply for R10SF80458
- The Bureau of Reclamation, Denver Office in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Reclamation Rural Water Supply Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.506 Water Desalination Research and Development Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 14, 2010 and posted on May 14, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Statement of Interest May 28, 2010, 400 p.m. MDT Full Proposal and application July 13, 2010, 400 p.m. MDT. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $2,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 8 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- States and political subdivisions of states, such as departments, agencies, municipalities, counties, and other regional or local authorities Indian tribes and tribal organizations and entities created under state law that have water management or water delivery authority, such as irrigation or water districts, canal companies, water users associations, rural water associations or districts, joint powers authorities, and other qualifying entities and any combination of the entities listed above. Applicants must be located in one or more of the 17 western states as identified in the Reclamation Act of June 17, 1902, as amended and supplemented specifically, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Reclamation Rural Water Supply Program funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number R10SF80458) is a discretionary grant/cooperative agreement program run by the Bureau of Reclamation (Denver Office) to help small rural communities in the western United States evaluate and plan solutions for potable (drinking) water supply needs. The core idea is cost sharing: Reclamation partners with eligible local and tribal entities so applicants can stretch their own funds and technical resources while Reclamation helps finance and participate in the investigative work needed to define water supply problems and identify realistic options to address them.
This opportunity specifically funds two types of pre-construction planning efforts: appraisal investigations and feasibility studies. An appraisal investigation is an early-stage assessment that relies mostly on existing information. It looks at domestic, municipal, and industrial water supply problems, needs, and opportunities, and it includes a preliminary scan of potential alternatives. The purpose is to determine whether there is at least one viable alternative worth deeper analysis. A feasibility study is the next, more rigorous step. It requires detailed investigation and the collection of primary data, evaluates the technical and economic feasibility of a reasonable range of alternatives, and includes analysis of environmental impacts consistent with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The feasibility study is important because it becomes the formal foundation for Reclamation recommendations to Congress on whether a project should be authorized for construction.
The program anticipates making roughly 6 to 10 awards, with an expected number of about 8 awards, from an estimated total funding pool of $2,000,000. The funding instrument types listed are both cooperative agreement and grant, and the opportunity falls under the Natural Resources activity category. A cost sharing or matching contribution is required, meaning applicants should plan to provide a portion of the project costs rather than relying entirely on federal funding.
Eligibility is broad but geographically limited to Reclamation states in the West as defined under the Reclamation Act framework. Eligible applicants include states and political subdivisions (such as departments, agencies, municipalities, counties, and other regional or local authorities), Indian tribes and tribal organizations, and entities formed under state law that have water management or water delivery authority. Examples include irrigation districts, water districts, canal companies, water users associations, rural water associations or districts, joint powers authorities, and similar qualifying organizations, including combinations or partnerships among these entities. Applicants must be located in one or more of the 17 identified states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.
Key dates in the announcement reflect a two-step submission process. A Statement of Interest was due May 28, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. MDT, followed by a full proposal and application due July 13, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. MDT. The posting date and creation date were May 14, 2010, and the opportunity archive date was November 30, 2010. The CFDA number referenced in the listing is 15.506 (Water Desalination Research and Development Program), which appears as the catalog identifier attached to this opportunity in the source data.
For applicants needing help accessing the full Funding Opportunity Announcement document, the listed point of contact is Stephanie Bartlett, Grants Officer, at 303-445-2025.
Reclamation Rural Water Supply Program (R10SF80458) FAQ
What is this funding opportunity?
This is the Reclamation Rural Water Supply Program funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number R10SF80458). It is a discretionary grant/cooperative agreement program administered by the Bureau of Reclamation (Denver Office) to help small rural communities in the western United States evaluate and plan solutions for potable (drinking) water supply needs.
What is the main purpose of the program?
The program supports pre-construction planning work that helps define water supply problems and identify realistic options to address them. A key feature is cost sharing: eligible local and tribal entities contribute a portion of project costs while Reclamation helps finance and participate in the investigative work.
What kinds of projects or activities are funded?
This opportunity funds two types of pre-construction planning efforts:
- Appraisal Investigations
- Feasibility Studies
What is an appraisal investigation under this program?
An appraisal investigation is an early-stage assessment that relies mostly on existing information. It examines domestic, municipal, and industrial water supply problems, needs, and opportunities, and includes a preliminary scan of potential alternatives. Its purpose is to determine whether at least one viable alternative exists that is worth deeper analysis.
What is a feasibility study under this program?
A feasibility study is the next, more rigorous step after an appraisal investigation. It requires detailed investigation and the collection of primary data, evaluates the technical and economic feasibility of a reasonable range of alternatives, and includes analysis of environmental impacts consistent with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
Why is the feasibility study important?
The feasibility study becomes the formal foundation for Reclamation recommendations to Congress on whether a project should be authorized for construction.
Is this opportunity a grant, a cooperative agreement, or both?
Both. The funding instrument types listed for this opportunity are cooperative agreement and grant.
What activity category does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity is listed under the Natural Resources activity category.
How many awards does Reclamation expect to make?
The program anticipates making roughly 6 to 10 awards, with an expected number of about 8 awards.
What is the total estimated funding available?
The estimated total funding pool listed for this opportunity is $2,000,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching contribution is required. Applicants should plan to provide a portion of project costs rather than relying entirely on federal funding.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad but limited to Reclamation states in the West as defined under the Reclamation Act framework. Eligible applicants include:
- States and political subdivisions (including departments, agencies, municipalities, counties, and other regional or local authorities)
- Indian tribes and tribal organizations
- Entities formed under state law that have water management or water delivery authority
What are examples of eligible entity types?
Examples specifically listed include irrigation districts, water districts, canal companies, water users associations, rural water associations or districts, joint powers authorities, and similar qualifying organizations. Combinations or partnerships among eligible entities are also included.
What geographic areas (states) are eligible?
Applicants must be located in one or more of the following 17 states:
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Idaho
- Kansas
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Mexico
- North Dakota
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- South Dakota
- Texas
- Utah
- Washington
- Wyoming
Does the application process have multiple steps?
Yes. The announcement describes a two-step submission process with a Statement of Interest followed by a full proposal and application.
When was the Statement of Interest due?
The Statement of Interest deadline was May 28, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. MDT.
When was the full proposal and application due?
The full proposal and application deadline was July 13, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. MDT.
When was this opportunity posted and created?
The posting date and creation date were both May 14, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity archive date was November 30, 2010.
What CFDA number is referenced for this opportunity?
The CFDA number referenced in the listing is 15.506, labeled as the Water Desalination Research and Development Program in the source data.
Who do applicants contact to access the full Funding Opportunity Announcement document?
The listed point of contact is Stephanie Bartlett, Grants Officer, at 303-445-2025.
Which Bureau of Reclamation office runs this opportunity?
The opportunity is run by the Bureau of Reclamation (Denver Office).
What types of water needs does the appraisal investigation consider?
The appraisal investigation looks at domestic, municipal, and industrial water supply problems, needs, and opportunities.
What federal environmental framework is referenced for feasibility studies?
Feasibility studies include analysis of environmental impacts consistent with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
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