Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS ARRANOIGRSM100103
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- The National Park Service in the recovery act sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "RECOVERY ACT(ARRA) National Park Service, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Trail Rehabilitation Activities Along Miry Ridge Trail" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.931 Conservation Activities by Youth Service Organizations.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 11, 2010 and posted on Mar 11, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 21, 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 $76,530.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $76,530.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- This is a Notice of Intent to award to the Student Conservation Association the Trail Rehabilitation Activities Along Miry Ridge Trail at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This Agreement was competed in accordance with internal NPS procedures.
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Opportunity Summary:
This grant opportunity, titled "RECOVERY ACT (ARRA) National Park Service, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Trail Rehabilitation Activities Along Miry Ridge Trail," was a National Park Service funding announcement tied to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act). The project focused on hands-on trail rehabilitation work along the Miry Ridge Trail inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The core purpose was twofold: to complete needed maintenance and restoration on a heavily used backcountry trail corridor, and to support job creation, education, and practical skills training for young adults by involving them directly in conservation fieldwork.
The scope of work was very specific and centered on repairing and improving trail function, safety, and durability. Planned tasks included replacing damaged waterbars (drainage features that divert runoff off the trail), removing trail sloughing (areas where the trail edge has collapsed or soil has slid away), and completing major trail corridor brushing to clear vegetation and maintain an appropriate hiking corridor. The project also called for turnpiking in wet areas, a common trail-building technique where rock and soil are used to elevate the tread through muddy sections to reduce erosion and protect surrounding resources. Additional work elements included removing rocks from the trail corridor where they obstruct travel or contribute to tread damage, removing downed or hazardous trees, and repairing general treadway damage to restore stable footing and minimize ongoing erosion.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity was offered as a cooperative agreement, meaning the National Park Service expected to have substantial involvement in the project beyond simply issuing funds (often through coordination, technical guidance, or shared oversight). The funding activity category was explicitly identified as Recovery Act, and the CFDA listing was 15.931, "Conservation Activities by Youth Service Organizations," reinforcing that youth engagement and workforce development were central goals alongside trail improvements. The announcement anticipated a single award, with an estimated total funding amount of $76,530 and an award ceiling of $76,530 (no stated minimum award amount). Cost sharing or matching was required, indicating the recipient would be expected to contribute non-federal resources, services, or other eligible match consistent with the agreement terms.
In terms of eligibility and award intent, the posting functioned as a Notice of Intent to award to the Student Conservation Association (SCA). While the record notes that the agreement was competed under internal National Park Service procedures, the public-facing notice clarified that the NPS intended to make the award to SCA for this specific Miry Ridge Trail rehabilitation effort. The opportunity was categorized under "Other" for the opportunity type and indicated that eligible applicants were "Others" with further clarification in the full eligibility text, but the notice made clear that the intended recipient was the Student Conservation Association.
Key dates show how time-limited the announcement was. It was posted and created on March 11, 2010, with an original and current closing date of March 21, 2010. The opportunity was later archived on April 20, 2010. For assistance, the listed point of contact was Judith Couch, Financial Agreements Specialist at the National Park Service, with a phone number (865-436-1224) and an email field referenced in the announcement for electronic access issues.
Overall, this was a targeted Recovery Act-funded cooperative agreement to rehabilitate a specific trail segment in Great Smoky Mountains National Park through well-defined maintenance and reconstruction tasks, while intentionally creating structured work and training opportunities for young adults participating in conservation and trail stewardship.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the official title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "RECOVERY ACT (ARRA) National Park Service, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Trail Rehabilitation Activities Along Miry Ridge Trail."
Which federal agency offered this opportunity?
The opportunity was issued by the National Park Service (NPS).
What larger federal program funded this project?
This funding announcement was tied to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), also referred to as the Recovery Act.
Where would the funded work take place?
The project focused on trail rehabilitation work along the Miry Ridge Trail inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
What was the main purpose of the project?
The purpose was twofold: (1) to complete needed maintenance and restoration on a heavily used backcountry trail corridor, and (2) to support job creation, education, and practical skills training for young adults by involving them directly in conservation fieldwork.
What type of award was planned (grant, contract, cooperative agreement)?
The opportunity was offered as a cooperative agreement.
What does "cooperative agreement" mean in this context?
It means the National Park Service expected to have substantial involvement in the project beyond simply issuing funds, such as coordination, technical guidance, and/or shared oversight.
What kinds of trail work were included in the scope of work?
The scope was hands-on trail rehabilitation along the Miry Ridge Trail, focused on repairing and improving trail function, safety, and durability.
What are the specific tasks described for the trail rehabilitation work?
Planned tasks included replacing damaged waterbars, removing trail sloughing, major trail corridor brushing, turnpiking in wet areas, removing rocks that obstruct travel or contribute to tread damage, removing downed or hazardous trees, and repairing general treadway damage to restore stable footing and minimize ongoing erosion.
What are waterbars, and why would they be replaced?
Waterbars are drainage features that divert runoff off the trail. The project planned to replace damaged waterbars to improve drainage and reduce erosion and trail damage.
What does "trail sloughing" refer to?
Trail sloughing refers to areas where the trail edge has collapsed or soil has slid away. The project included removing sloughing to restore the trail corridor and improve stability and safety.
What is "trail corridor brushing"?
Trail corridor brushing is clearing vegetation to maintain an appropriate hiking corridor and improve access and safety along the trail.
What is "turnpiking" and when is it used?
Turnpiking is a trail-building technique used in wet areas where rock and soil are used to elevate the trail tread through muddy sections to reduce erosion and protect surrounding resources.
How many awards were anticipated?
The announcement anticipated a single award.
What was the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount was $76,530.
What was the award ceiling?
The award ceiling was $76,530.
Was a minimum award amount stated?
No minimum award amount was stated in the information provided.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. Cost sharing or matching was required, meaning the recipient would be expected to contribute non-federal resources, services, or other eligible match consistent with the agreement terms.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA listing was 15.931, titled "Conservation Activities by Youth Service Organizations."
What does the CFDA listing suggest about the focus of the award?
It reinforces that youth engagement and workforce development were central goals, alongside the trail improvements.
Who was the intended recipient of the award?
The posting functioned as a Notice of Intent to award to the Student Conservation Association (SCA).
Was this opportunity openly competitive?
The record notes the agreement was competed under internal National Park Service procedures, but the public-facing notice stated NPS intended to make the award to the Student Conservation Association for this specific project.
What was the opportunity type category?
The opportunity type was categorized as "Other."
How was eligibility described in the posting?
Eligible applicants were listed as "Others" with additional clarification referenced in the full eligibility text, and the notice made clear the intended recipient was the Student Conservation Association.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted (and created) on March 11, 2010.
What was the closing date for the announcement?
The original and current closing date was March 21, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on April 20, 2010.
Who was the listed point of contact?
The listed point of contact was Judith Couch, Financial Agreements Specialist at the National Park Service.
How could someone contact the point of contact?
The phone number provided was (865) 436-1224. The announcement also referenced an email field for electronic access issues.
What trail outcomes was the project designed to achieve?
The work was intended to improve trail function, safety, and durability, restore stable footing, and minimize ongoing erosion in a heavily used backcountry trail corridor.
What workforce outcomes was the project designed to achieve?
The project was intended to support job creation, education, and practical skills training for young adults through direct participation in conservation and trail stewardship fieldwork.
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