Opportunity Information: Apply for FWS R8 J008 2008
Apply for FWS R8 J008 2008
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Salmon Creek Fish Access and Habitat Improvement Project" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 30, 2008 and posted on Jan 30, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 8, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $100,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Salmon Creek Fish Access and Habitat Improvement Project is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) discretionary funding opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement to support a specific restoration need at the Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in Loleta, California. The project focuses on Salmon Creek within the refuge and is designed to improve estuarine habitat conditions and fish passage by removing and replacing a tide gate that is part of a larger restoration effort.
This grant funds the final remaining construction task in Phase 1 of the Salmon Creek Delta Restoration Project: the removal and replacement of the fourth tide gate in the Salmon Creek estuary. Phase 1 was built around replacing four tide gates to restore estuarine function and improve access for several federally listed fish species, specifically Coho salmon, Chinook salmon, steelhead, and the tidewater goby. Three of the four new tide gates had already been installed at the time of the announcement, and the fourth tide gate had already been purchased. However, rising steel prices and increased construction costs created a budget shortfall that threatened completion of the last installation. The purpose of this award is to close that funding gap so the final tide gate can be constructed and put in place, completing Phase 1 and delivering the intended habitat and passage benefits.
The work is scheduled to occur during a defined field window from February through October 2008. The grant-supported tasks are very construction-oriented and include: building a sheet pile coffer dam and an internal dike to isolate the work area, demolishing and removing most of the existing tide gate structure, constructing the new tide gate structure, and then placing and installing the new tide gate. In other words, the award is meant to directly fund on-the-ground construction needed to replace the remaining outdated infrastructure with a new structure that better supports tidal exchange and fish movement.
Funding details are straightforward and tightly scoped. FWS anticipated making one award, with an estimated total funding amount of $100,000. The award floor and ceiling are both listed as $100,000, indicating a single fixed amount for this project rather than a range. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which reduces the burden on the recipient and reflects the targeted nature of the funding. The opportunity is limited to eligible applicants that are nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education.
The announcement also notes that earlier work in Phase 1, including the replacement of the other three tide gates, was supported through multiple funding sources, such as the California Department of Fish and Game Fisheries Restoration Grants Program, the Coastal Program at Humboldt Bay, and additional refuge system funds. The Humboldt Bay NWR and the Arcata Fish and Wildlife Office have also worked with partners (including PCFWWRA, as referenced in the notice) to fund other project components previously, suggesting this award is part of a broader multi-partner restoration effort rather than a stand-alone activity.
Administrative details reflect the short application window typical of narrowly defined construction gap-funding opportunities. The opportunity was posted January 30, 2008, with an application deadline of February 8, 2008, and it later archived on March 16, 2008. Applicants were instructed to send completed application packages by mail to Eric Nelson, Refuge Manager, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta, CA 95551. For access issues or questions about the announcement, the listed contact was Patrick Schulze, Cooperative Agreements Assistant, at 707-822-7201 or patrickschulze@fws.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Salmon Creek Fish Access and Habitat Improvement Project grant?
This is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) discretionary funding opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement to support a specific restoration need at the Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in Loleta, California. The work centers on Salmon Creek within the refuge and is intended to improve estuarine habitat conditions and fish passage.
What problem is this funding intended to solve?
The funding is meant to close a budget shortfall that arose due to rising steel prices and increased construction costs. Although three of four new tide gates had already been installed and the fourth tide gate had already been purchased, the project still lacked sufficient funds to complete the final installation needed to finish Phase 1.
What is the main goal of the project?
The project aims to improve estuarine habitat and fish passage by removing and replacing a tide gate in the Salmon Creek estuary. Completing this work is intended to restore estuarine function and improve access for several federally listed fish species.
Which species are expected to benefit from the Phase 1 tide gate replacements?
The Phase 1 effort is designed to improve access and conditions for federally listed fish species, including Coho salmon, Chinook salmon, steelhead, and the tidewater goby.
What specific work does this grant pay for?
This award funds the final remaining construction task in Phase 1 of the Salmon Creek Delta Restoration Project: removal and replacement of the fourth tide gate in the Salmon Creek estuary.
What construction activities are included in the funded scope of work?
The grant-supported tasks are construction-oriented and include building a sheet pile coffer dam and an internal dike to isolate the work area, demolishing and removing most of the existing tide gate structure, constructing the new tide gate structure, and placing and installing the new tide gate.
Where will the work take place?
The work will occur on Salmon Creek within the Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in Loleta, California.
What is the project schedule or field work window?
The work is scheduled to occur during a defined field window from February through October 2008.
How many awards does FWS expect to make under this opportunity?
FWS anticipated making one award.
What is the total funding amount for this opportunity?
The estimated total funding amount is $100,000.
Is the award amount a range or a fixed amount?
It is presented as a single fixed amount. The award floor and ceiling are both listed as $100,000, indicating a single award at that amount rather than a range of possible award sizes.
Is there a cost share or match requirement?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply for this funding?
Eligible applicants are nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) status. Institutions of higher education are excluded.
What type of funding instrument is this?
The opportunity is offered as a cooperative agreement.
How does this award fit into the larger Salmon Creek Delta Restoration Project?
This award is intended to complete Phase 1, which was built around replacing four tide gates to restore estuarine function and improve fish access. Three tide gates were already installed, and the fourth had been purchased; the grant closes the gap to complete the final installation.
Were other parts of Phase 1 funded by other sources?
Yes. Earlier work, including replacement of the other three tide gates, was supported through multiple sources such as the California Department of Fish and Game Fisheries Restoration Grants Program, the Coastal Program at Humboldt Bay, and additional refuge system funds.
Is this opportunity described as a stand-alone project or part of a partnership effort?
It is described as part of a broader multi-partner restoration effort. The notice references collaboration by Humboldt Bay NWR and the Arcata Fish and Wildlife Office with partners (including PCFWWRA, as referenced) to fund other project components.
When was the opportunity posted and what was the application deadline?
The opportunity was posted on January 30, 2008. The application deadline was February 8, 2008.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on March 16, 2008.
How were applicants instructed to submit their application package?
Applicants were instructed to send completed application packages by mail.
Where should application packages be mailed?
Applications were to be mailed to: Eric Nelson, Refuge Manager, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta, CA 95551.
Who can be contacted for access issues or questions about the announcement?
The listed contact for access issues or questions is Patrick Schulze, Cooperative Agreements Assistant, at 707-822-7201 or patrickschulze@fws.gov.
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