Opportunity Information: Apply for F12AS00208
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- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Requests for Proposals Surf Scoter Restoration Project for Cosco Busan Damage Assessment and Restoration Plan" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.658 Natural Resource Damage Assessment, Restoration and Implementation.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 20, 2012 and posted on Jun 8, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 28, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $800,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $800,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), acting on behalf of the Cosco Busan Natural Resource Damage Assessment Trustee Council, issued this Request for Proposals (RFP) to fund restoration actions that produce clear, on-the-ground benefits for Surf Scoters. The need for this work stems from the Cosco Busan oil spill, which harmed Surf Scoters more than any other species in terms of the total number of birds affected. The core purpose of the opportunity is to support practical natural resource restoration projects that help recover or enhance Surf Scoter populations and the habitats they rely on.
Projects proposed under this RFP are expected to benefit Surf Scoters in one or more key parts of their life cycle. The announcement highlights three geographic and ecological targets: breeding grounds, wintering grounds (with a strong preference for projects tied to San Francisco Bay), and important migration stopover areas. In plain terms, applicants are being invited to propose actions that improve habitat quality, food resources, survival, or overall ecological conditions for Surf Scoters in places where they breed, spend the winter, or pause during migration.
Funding is set at approximately $800,000 total for Surf Scoter restoration, and the agency indicates that multiple projects may be funded rather than selecting only one award. The opportunity allows for either single-year or multi-year efforts, which gives applicants flexibility to propose short, focused actions or longer projects that may require more time to plan, implement, and demonstrate results. The award ceiling and floor are both listed as $800,000, which signals the total amount available under this announcement, although the expectation of multiple awards suggests the total will likely be divided among selected projects.
This is a discretionary funding opportunity under the environment activity category, using an "Other" funding instrument type. The CFDA listing is 15.658 (Natural Resource Damage Assessment, Restoration and Implementation). There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not required to bring non-federal matching funds to be eligible, although partnerships and leveraged resources can still be beneficial in competitive restoration funding contexts.
Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning proposals can be submitted by essentially any type of entity (such as nonprofits, universities, local governments, tribal governments, private organizations, or other qualified groups), subject to any additional clarifications that may appear in the full announcement. The notice directs applicants to the full posting on Grants.gov for complete requirements, selection criteria, and submission instructions.
Key administrative details include the Grants.gov funding opportunity number F12AS00208 and the title "Requests for Proposals Surf Scoter Restoration Project for Cosco Busan Damage Assessment and Restoration Plan." The posting date was June 8, 2012. The original closing date was September 14, 2012, and the closing date was extended to September 28, 2012. The announcement lists an expected number of awards of 10, reinforcing that the program anticipates funding more than one restoration action.
For applicants who cannot access the full announcement electronically or who need assistance, the listed contact is Carolyn Marn at FWS, reachable at 916-414-6602 or via email at CarolynMarn@fws.gov. The official additional information link points to Grants.gov, where the full RFP materials and application instructions would be provided.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), acting on behalf of the Cosco Busan Natural Resource Damage Assessment Trustee Council, to fund restoration actions that produce clear, on-the-ground benefits for Surf Scoters.
Why is Surf Scoter restoration being funded through this RFP?
The need for restoration stems from the Cosco Busan oil spill, which harmed Surf Scoters more than any other species in terms of the total number of birds affected. The RFP is intended to support practical restoration projects that help recover or enhance Surf Scoter populations and the habitats they rely on.
What is the main purpose of the program?
The core purpose is natural resource restoration: supporting practical projects that improve conditions for Surf Scoters and contribute to recovery or enhancement of Surf Scoter populations and their habitat.
What kinds of benefits are projects expected to deliver?
Projects are expected to produce clear, on-the-ground benefits for Surf Scoters. The RFP describes improvements such as better habitat quality, improved food resources, increased survival, or improved overall ecological conditions in key areas used by Surf Scoters.
Which parts of the Surf Scoter life cycle should projects address?
Proposed projects are expected to benefit Surf Scoters in one or more key parts of their life cycle. The RFP specifically highlights breeding grounds, wintering grounds, and important migration stopover areas.
Are there geographic priorities for proposed projects?
Yes. The RFP highlights three geographic and ecological targets: (1) breeding grounds, (2) wintering grounds with a strong preference for projects tied to San Francisco Bay, and (3) important migration stopover areas.
Is San Francisco Bay specifically emphasized?
Yes. For wintering grounds projects, the announcement indicates a strong preference for projects tied to San Francisco Bay.
How much total funding is available?
Approximately $800,000 total is available for Surf Scoter restoration under this opportunity.
What are the minimum and maximum award amounts?
The award floor and award ceiling are both listed as $800,000. This indicates the total amount available under the announcement, and the agency also notes that multiple projects may be funded, implying the total may be divided among selected projects.
Will there be one award or multiple awards?
The agency indicates that multiple projects may be funded rather than selecting only one award. The expected number of awards is listed as 10.
Can projects be funded for more than one year?
Yes. The opportunity allows for either single-year or multi-year efforts, giving applicants flexibility to propose short, focused actions or longer projects that require more time to plan, implement, and demonstrate results.
Is cost sharing or a match required?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement stated for this opportunity, meaning applicants are not required to provide non-federal matching funds to be eligible.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as unrestricted. This means proposals can be submitted by essentially any type of entity (for example, nonprofits, universities, local governments, tribal governments, private organizations, or other qualified groups), subject to any additional clarifications in the full announcement.
What agency is administering this RFP?
The RFP was issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) on behalf of the Cosco Busan Natural Resource Damage Assessment Trustee Council.
What type of funding opportunity is this?
This is a discretionary funding opportunity in the environment activity category, using an "Other" funding instrument type.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA listing is 15.658 (Natural Resource Damage Assessment, Restoration and Implementation).
What is the Grants.gov funding opportunity number?
The Grants.gov funding opportunity number is F12AS00208.
What is the official title of the opportunity?
The title is "Requests for Proposals Surf Scoter Restoration Project for Cosco Busan Damage Assessment and Restoration Plan."
When was the opportunity posted?
The posting date is June 8, 2012.
What was the application deadline?
The original closing date was September 14, 2012, and the closing date was extended to September 28, 2012.
Where can applicants find the full RFP and application instructions?
The notice directs applicants to the full posting on Grants.gov for complete requirements, selection criteria, and submission instructions.
Who can be contacted for help or if the full announcement cannot be accessed electronically?
The listed contact is Carolyn Marn at FWS. Phone: 916-414-6602. Email: CarolynMarn@fws.gov.
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