Opportunity Information: Apply for R11AF20019
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- The Bureau of Reclamation Mid Pacific Region in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Reclamations Water Use Efficiency Grant Program, California Bay Delta Constituents" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.504 Title XVI Water Reclamation and Reuse Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 20, 2011 and posted on May 18, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 23, 2011 Applications due on or before June 23, 2011 by 300 p.m. PST. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $6,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Reclamation's Water Use Efficiency Grant Program, California Bay-Delta Constituents (FOA No. R11AF20019) is a discretionary federal funding opportunity run by the Bureau of Reclamation in the Mid-Pacific Region. The program is set up to fund projects through grants and/or cooperative agreements that improve water use efficiency and support the broader CALFED mission in California. In practical terms, the opportunity is aimed at helping reduce wasted water, stretch existing supplies further, and generate broader statewide benefits tied to California's Bay-Delta water system and related communities and ecosystems.
The work funded under this FOA is grounded in federal Reclamation authorities, including the Reclamation Act of 1902 (as amended), Public Law 102-575 (Section 3405(e), 1992), and Public Law 111-11. While the notice is framed around CALFED goals, the central theme is water use efficiency: reducing irrecoverable losses (water that is effectively lost from usable supply), increasing the overall volume of water available for beneficial use, and strengthening existing local and regional efficiency programs rather than replacing them. The opportunity also emphasizes outcomes that reach beyond a single project footprint, reflecting a preference for projects that can show multiple statewide benefits, preserve local flexibility in how water is managed, and build on programs and investments already in place.
Funding is described as cooperative agreements and grants within an environmental program area, with the CFDA listing referencing 15.504 (Title XVI Water Reclamation and Reuse Program). The total estimated funding available is $6.5 million, with an award ceiling of $1 million per award. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants should expect that federal dollars will not cover 100% of project costs and will need to document non-federal contributions consistent with the FOA's terms.
Eligibility is listed as "unrestricted," which generally means a wide range of entity types can apply, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that would be spelled out in the full FOA text on Grants.gov. The funding instrument type is listed as "Other," but the description and category indicate awards will be made as grants and/or cooperative agreements, with cooperative agreements typically implying more substantial federal involvement during project implementation than a standard grant.
The performance period runs from the date the agreement is issued through September 30, 2013, setting a clear window for completing the funded work and meeting reporting and deliverable requirements. The FOA was expected to be posted to Grants.gov around May 23, 2011, with applications due on or before June 23, 2011 by 3:00 p.m. PST. No paper copies of the announcement were to be distributed; applicants were required to download the FOA directly from Grants.gov and follow the electronic submission instructions.
Administrative compliance requirements are also highlighted. Central Contractor Registration (CCR) was mandatory for this opportunity, and registration had to be completed prior to award. Failure to be registered would make an applicant ineligible for award, so the notice flags CCR registration as a gating step for any prospective recipient. For questions, the listed point of contact is Robert Lowry, Grant Specialist, Bureau of Reclamation (Mid-Pacific Region), phone (916) 978-5115, email rlowry@usbr.gov, who is also the contact for assistance if there are issues accessing the full announcement electronically.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is the Bureau of Reclamation (Mid-Pacific Region) Water Use Efficiency Grant Program for California Bay-Delta Constituents (FOA No. R11AF20019). It is a discretionary federal funding opportunity intended to fund projects that improve water use efficiency and support the broader CALFED mission in California.
Which agency is running this program?
The program is run by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, Mid-Pacific Region.
What kinds of projects is the FOA trying to fund?
The FOA is aimed at practical water use efficiency improvements that reduce wasted water, stretch existing supplies further, and create broader benefits connected to California's Bay-Delta water system, including related communities and ecosystems.
What are the main goals or outcomes the program is emphasizing?
The central theme is water use efficiency, including: reducing irrecoverable losses (water effectively lost from usable supply), increasing the volume of water available for beneficial use, and strengthening existing local and regional water efficiency programs rather than replacing them.
What does "irrecoverable losses" mean in the context of this FOA?
In this notice, irrecoverable losses refer to water that is effectively lost from the usable supply (for example, losses that cannot be captured and reused for beneficial purposes). Projects that reduce these losses align with the FOA's stated water efficiency objectives.
Does the program prefer certain types of benefits or impacts?
Yes. The notice emphasizes outcomes that reach beyond a single project footprint. It reflects a preference for projects that demonstrate multiple statewide benefits, preserve local flexibility in water management, and build on existing programs and investments already in place.
Is this opportunity tied to CALFED?
Yes. While the funding notice is framed around CALFED goals, the stated focus is on water use efficiency projects that support the broader CALFED mission in California and deliver benefits connected to the Bay-Delta system.
What is the legal authority for the work funded under this FOA?
The notice states that funded work is grounded in Reclamation authorities, including the Reclamation Act of 1902 (as amended), Public Law 102-575 (Section 3405(e), 1992), and Public Law 111-11.
What is the CFDA program reference mentioned for this opportunity?
The notice references CFDA 15.504, identified as the Title XVI Water Reclamation and Reuse Program.
What type of awards will be made (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
The notice indicates that awards will be made as grants and/or cooperative agreements. The funding instrument type is listed as "Other," but the description and category describe grants and cooperative agreements.
What is the practical difference between a grant and a cooperative agreement for this FOA?
The notice notes that cooperative agreements typically imply more substantial federal involvement during project implementation than a standard grant. Specific roles and responsibilities would be defined in the award terms.
How much funding is available in total?
The total estimated funding available is $6.5 million.
What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling is $1 million per award.
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. The notice states that a cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning federal dollars are not expected to cover 100% of project costs. Applicants should be prepared to document non-federal contributions consistent with the FOA's terms.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as "unrestricted," which generally indicates a wide range of entity types may apply, subject to any additional eligibility details or clarifications that would be provided in the full FOA on Grants.gov.
Where do applicants get the full FOA and application instructions?
Applicants must download the FOA directly from Grants.gov and follow the electronic submission instructions provided there. The notice states that no paper copies of the announcement would be distributed.
When was the FOA expected to be posted?
The notice states the FOA was expected to be posted to Grants.gov around May 23, 2011.
What is the application deadline?
Applications were due on or before June 23, 2011 by 3:00 p.m. PST.
Are paper applications accepted?
No. The notice indicates the FOA had to be accessed via Grants.gov and that applicants must follow the electronic submission instructions. It also states no paper copies of the announcement would be distributed.
What is the performance period for funded projects?
The performance period runs from the date the agreement is issued through September 30, 2013.
What does the performance period mean for project completion and deliverables?
Based on the notice, recipients would be expected to complete the funded work and meet reporting and deliverable requirements within the period starting on the agreement issuance date and ending September 30, 2013.
Is registration in Central Contractor Registration (CCR) required?
Yes. The notice states that CCR registration was mandatory and had to be completed prior to award.
What happens if an applicant is not registered in CCR?
The notice states that failure to be registered would make an applicant ineligible for award, so CCR registration is described as a gating requirement.
Who can I contact with questions about the opportunity?
The listed point of contact is Robert Lowry, Grant Specialist, Bureau of Reclamation (Mid-Pacific Region), phone (916) 978-5115, email rlowry@usbr.gov.
Who should I contact if I have trouble accessing the announcement electronically?
The notice indicates Robert Lowry is also the contact for assistance if there are issues accessing the full announcement electronically.
What region is administering this opportunity?
The opportunity is administered by the Bureau of Reclamation in the Mid-Pacific Region.
What is the general program area for this funding?
The notice describes the funding as grants and cooperative agreements within an environmental program area, focused on water use efficiency and related CALFED objectives.
Does this program replace existing local or regional water efficiency efforts?
No. The notice explicitly emphasizes strengthening existing local and regional efficiency programs rather than replacing them.
Is the program looking for projects that only benefit a single site or service area?
The notice emphasizes broader impacts, indicating a preference for projects that show benefits beyond a single project footprint, including multiple statewide benefits tied to the Bay-Delta system.
What is the FOA number for reference?
The FOA number is R11AF20019.
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