Opportunity Information: Apply for RECOVERY ACT BLM NV RFA10 1866
Apply for RECOVERY ACT BLM NV RFA10 1866
- The Department of the Interior in the recovery act sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Recovery Act BLM NV Black Rock Transportation Plan Project" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.225 Recreation Resource Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 4, 2010 and posted on Jan 4, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 30, 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 $75,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $75,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- 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 "Recovery Act BLM NV Black Rock Transportation Plan Project" was a one-time American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of the Interior, focused on transportation and route management within Nevada's Black Rock Desert-High Rock Canyon Emigrant Trails National Conservation Area (NCA). The project was designed to put people to work quickly in the spring and summer of 2010, with an estimated 4 to 10 local Nevada residents hired, while also delivering on-the-ground improvements that support long-term stewardship of a nationally significant conservation landscape.
At its core, the grant supported implementation of route designations already established in the NCA's Resource Management Plan (RMP). That plan identified which routes are open, which are closed, and where seasonal closures apply. In practical terms, the funded work was meant to translate the RMP's decisions into real, visible management actions on the ground so that visitors, residents, and land managers have clearer guidance on where travel is allowed and when restrictions apply. This kind of implementation typically includes route signing, marking or delineation, closure indicators or barriers where appropriate, and related transportation-system enhancements that make the designated network easier to understand and follow.
The opportunity framed two main objectives shared by BLM and the selected recipient under a cooperative agreement. First, it aimed to stimulate the economy through job creation, using Recovery Act funds to generate near-term employment while also indirectly benefiting the federal government by improving the NCA transportation system. Second, it aimed to strengthen management, protection, and conservation of the NCA by balancing reasonable access with resource protection. The announcement emphasized safeguarding a wide range of values tied to the conservation area, including historical and cultural resources (notably emigrant trails), paleontological features, scenic and scientific values, biological and educational resources, wildlife and riparian areas, wilderness characteristics, endangered species habitat, and recreation opportunities. The overarching idea was that a well-managed route system reduces off-route impacts, concentrates use where it is appropriate, and helps protect sensitive places while still allowing people to enjoy and access the area.
Administratively, this was a discretionary grant offered as a cooperative agreement, meaning BLM expected to have substantial involvement during the project rather than simply issuing funds with minimal interaction. It was listed under CFDA 15.225, Recreation Resource Management, and it did not require cost sharing or matching. The total funding amount was fixed: an estimated $75,000, with an award floor and ceiling both set at $75,000, and the agency expected to make a single award. Eligibility was described as unrestricted (open to any type of entity), subject to any clarifications in the full announcement.
Key dates indicate this was intended as a rapid ARRA deployment. The opportunity was posted and created on January 4, 2010, with an application deadline of January 30, 2010. The funding was associated with ARRA Treasury Account Symbol TAS14 1108. For access issues or assistance, the listed point of contact was Susan Kaller, Grants Management Officer, reachable at skaller@blm.gov, and additional materials were referenced through Grant.gov.
FAQs: Recovery Act BLM NV Black Rock Transportation Plan Project (ARRA)
What is the "Recovery Act BLM NV Black Rock Transportation Plan Project"?
It was a one-time American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of the Interior to support transportation and route management work in Nevada's Black Rock Desert-High Rock Canyon Emigrant Trails National Conservation Area (NCA).
Which federal agency administered this opportunity?
The opportunity was offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior through the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
Where was the project located?
The project focused on transportation and route management within the Black Rock Desert-High Rock Canyon Emigrant Trails National Conservation Area (NCA) in Nevada.
What was the main purpose of the funded work?
The grant supported on-the-ground implementation of route designations already established in the NCA's Resource Management Plan (RMP), translating those decisions into visible, practical management actions so people have clearer guidance on where travel is allowed and when restrictions apply.
What does "implementing the RMP route designations" mean in practical terms?
It means carrying out field-level actions that reflect the RMP decisions about which routes are open, which are closed, and where seasonal closures apply. The description indicated this kind of implementation typically includes route signing, marking or delineation, closure indicators or barriers where appropriate, and related transportation-system enhancements that make the designated route network easier to understand and follow.
What were the two main objectives of the opportunity?
The announcement described two primary objectives to be shared by BLM and the recipient under a cooperative agreement: (1) stimulate the economy through near-term job creation using Recovery Act funds, and (2) strengthen management, protection, and conservation of the NCA by balancing reasonable access with resource protection.
How was this project expected to support job creation?
The project was designed to put people to work quickly in spring and summer of 2010, with an estimated 4 to 10 local Nevada residents hired.
What kinds of resources and values was the project intended to protect?
The announcement emphasized protecting a wide range of values in the NCA, including historical and cultural resources (notably emigrant trails), paleontological features, scenic and scientific values, biological and educational resources, wildlife and riparian areas, wilderness characteristics, endangered species habitat, and recreation opportunities.
How does transportation and route management help conserve the NCA?
The stated idea was that a well-managed route system reduces off-route impacts, concentrates use where it is appropriate, and helps protect sensitive areas while still allowing people to enjoy and access the conservation area.
What type of award was this (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
It was described as a discretionary grant offered as a cooperative agreement, meaning BLM expected substantial involvement in the project rather than simply issuing funds with minimal interaction.
What does it mean that BLM would have "substantial involvement"?
Based on the announcement language, it means the award would be managed as a cooperative agreement in which BLM would be involved during the project, rather than a more hands-off relationship typical of some other grant types.
Was this a competitive or discretionary opportunity?
It was described as a discretionary grant opportunity.
What was the CFDA number and program name?
The opportunity was listed under CFDA 15.225, Recreation Resource Management.
How much funding was available?
The total estimated funding amount was $75,000.
What were the award floor and ceiling?
Both the award floor and award ceiling were set at $75,000, indicating a fixed award amount.
How many awards did the agency expect to make?
The agency expected to make a single award.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement stated there was no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was described as unrestricted (open to any type of entity), subject to any clarifications in the full announcement.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted and created on January 4, 2010.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was January 30, 2010.
Why did the timeline appear so short?
The opportunity was framed as a rapid ARRA deployment intended to put people to work quickly in spring and summer of 2010, which aligns with the short window between posting and the deadline.
Was this opportunity associated with the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)?
Yes. It was explicitly described as an ARRA (Recovery Act) funding opportunity.
What Treasury Account Symbol (TAS) was associated with this funding?
The funding was associated with ARRA Treasury Account Symbol TAS14 1108.
Where were applicants directed to find additional materials or apply?
Additional materials were referenced through Grant.gov.
Who was the point of contact for access issues or assistance?
The listed point of contact was Susan Kaller, Grants Management Officer, reachable at skaller@blm.gov.
What timeframe was the project expected to operate in?
The description emphasized rapid implementation with work occurring in spring and summer of 2010.
What role did the NCA Resource Management Plan (RMP) play in this project?
The RMP already identified which routes are open, which are closed, and where seasonal closures apply. The funded project was meant to implement those existing designations on the ground so they are clearer and easier to follow.
What visitor or public benefit was highlighted?
The announcement highlighted clearer guidance for visitors and residents on where travel is allowed and when restrictions apply, along with transportation-system improvements that make the designated network easier to understand while protecting sensitive resources.
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