Opportunity Information: Apply for USDA NRCS SC 14 01
Apply for USDA NRCS SC 14 01
- The South Carolina State Office in the agriculture sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "South Carolina FY 2014 Conservatiion Innovation Grant (CIG) Annoucement for Program Funding" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.912 Environmental Quality Incentives Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 2, 2014 and posted on Mar 5, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 19, 2014 This purpose of this modification is to extend the closing date of the announcement from from 5/5/2014 to 5/19/2014.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $300,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $300,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 4 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- The synopsis is being modified to add the completed list of eligible applicants for this announcement.
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Opportunity Summary:
The South Carolina FY 2014 Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) opportunity is a competitive grant program run by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) through the South Carolina State Office. The central goal is to stimulate the development, testing, and broader adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, particularly those that can be demonstrated and then transferred into wider use. The program is tied to CFDA 10.912 (Environmental Quality Incentives Program), and it is focused on advancing practical conservation solutions in South Carolina through time-limited pilot or demonstration projects.
For FY 2014, NRCS anticipated up to $300,000 total funding available under this announcement, with an expected four awards. Individual awards were projected to fall between an award floor of $75,000 and an award ceiling of $300,000, meaning a single project could potentially request the full amount if justified and competitive, though the expectation of multiple awards suggests the funding would likely be distributed across several projects. Projects are expected to run for one to three years, which positions this opportunity for applied work that can show measurable outcomes within a relatively short timeframe, such as field demonstrations, proof-of-concept trials, or targeted implementation efforts designed to validate an approach before broader scaling.
Eligibility is described as open to eligible governmental or non-governmental organizations and individuals, and the listing of eligible applicants includes nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education). The announcement emphasizes that applications will be screened first for completeness and compliance with the notice requirements. Any application found incomplete or not compliant would be removed from consideration, and the applicant would be notified by mail, which underscores how important it is to follow the required format, provide all requested documents, and meet submission instructions exactly.
A key administrative detail is the submission method. Applications had to be submitted as physical packages; electronic submissions were not accepted. However, NRCS still required an electronic copy of the application included with the mailed package, provided on a non-returnable CD, DVD, or USB flash drive. Mailed submissions via USPS, express mail, or overnight courier were directed to Evelyn Whitesides, State Resource Conservationist, USDA NRCS, SC CIG Program, Strom Thurmond Federal Building, 1835 Assembly Street, Room 950, Columbia, SC 29201, with a listed phone number of (803) 765-5682. Program coordination questions were directed to Karen Brady, SC CIG Program Coordinator, USDA NRCS, 1555 Richland Avenue East, Suite 400, Aiken, SC 19801, phone (803) 649-4221 ext. 129, email Karen.brady@sc.usda.gov. For assistance accessing the full announcement, the contact listed was Dorothea Martinez, Contracting Officer, phone 803-253-3899, located in Columbia, South Carolina.
The original deadline language in the narrative portion states applications must be received by NRCS before 4 p.m. on May 5, 2014. The opportunity record also notes that the announcement was modified to extend the closing date, changing it from 5/5/2014 to 5/19/2014 (CurrentClosingDate: May 19, 2014). In practical terms, applicants would need to rely on the most current modification and ensure the package was received (not just postmarked) by the applicable deadline time, because the notice specifies receipt by NRCS before 4 p.m. The posting date is listed as March 5, 2014, with an archive date of June 18, 2014, placing it firmly as a time-bound FY 2014 funding round.
Finally, the opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding using a grant instrument type, and it includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement. That means applicants were expected to contribute non-federal resources (cash and/or eligible in-kind contributions, depending on the rules in the full notice) as part of the project budget, and the competitiveness of an application would likely be influenced not only by technical merit and innovation, but also by the strength and credibility of the match, partnerships, and the plan to deliver measurable conservation outcomes that can be replicated beyond the grant period.
South Carolina FY 2014 Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) - FAQs
What is the South Carolina Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) opportunity?
The South Carolina FY 2014 Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) is a competitive grant program administered by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) through the South Carolina State Office. It is designed to stimulate the development, testing, and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies through pilot or demonstration projects that can be transferred into broader use.
What is the main goal of this funding opportunity?
The central goal is to advance practical, innovative conservation solutions in South Carolina by supporting time-limited projects that demonstrate measurable conservation outcomes and provide approaches that can be replicated or scaled beyond the grant period.
Is this opportunity tied to a specific federal program or CFDA number?
Yes. This opportunity is tied to CFDA 10.912, which is associated with the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP).
How much funding was available under the FY 2014 announcement?
NRCS anticipated up to $300,000 in total funding available under this announcement.
How many awards were expected?
NRCS expected to make approximately four awards.
What was the expected award size per project?
Individual awards were projected to range from an award floor of $75,000 up to an award ceiling of $300,000.
Can one project request the full $300,000?
Yes. Because the award ceiling was $300,000 and the total anticipated funding was also $300,000, a single project could potentially request the full amount if it was justified and competitive. However, the expectation of multiple awards suggests funding would likely be distributed across several projects.
How long could projects run?
Projects were expected to run for one to three years, supporting applied work such as demonstrations, proof-of-concept trials, and targeted implementation efforts that can show results within a relatively short timeframe.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was described as open to eligible governmental or non-governmental organizations and individuals. The eligible applicant types listed include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education).
What type of funding is this (competitive vs. formula)?
This is a competitive, discretionary grant program.
What type of award instrument was used?
The opportunity used a grant instrument type.
Was there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. The announcement states that the opportunity includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants were expected to contribute non-federal resources as part of the overall project budget.
What does the cost-share/match generally imply for applicants?
Applicants were expected to bring non-federal contributions (such as cash and/or eligible in-kind support, as allowed by the full notice) and present a credible match plan. The strength of the match and partnerships could affect competitiveness, along with innovation and measurable outcomes.
How were applications reviewed for eligibility and compliance?
Applications were screened first for completeness and compliance with the notice requirements. Any application found incomplete or not compliant would be removed from consideration.
What happens if an application is incomplete or non-compliant?
It would be removed from consideration, and the applicant would be notified by mail.
Were electronic submissions accepted?
No. Electronic submissions were not accepted as a submission method. Applications had to be submitted as physical packages.
Was an electronic copy still required?
Yes. Even though the submission had to be mailed or delivered physically, NRCS required an electronic copy of the application to be included within the package on a non-returnable CD, DVD, or USB flash drive.
Will the CD/DVD/USB be returned?
No. The electronic media copy was required to be provided on a non-returnable CD, DVD, or USB flash drive.
Where did applicants mail or deliver the application package?
Applications sent via USPS, express mail, or overnight courier were directed to:
Evelyn Whitesides, State Resource Conservationist
USDA NRCS, SC CIG Program
Strom Thurmond Federal Building
1835 Assembly Street, Room 950
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: (803) 765-5682
Who should applicants contact with program coordination questions?
Program coordination questions were directed to:
Karen Brady, SC CIG Program Coordinator
USDA NRCS
1555 Richland Avenue East, Suite 400
Aiken, SC 19801
Phone: (803) 649-4221 ext. 129
Email: Karen.brady@sc.usda.gov
Who was listed as the contact for assistance accessing the full announcement?
The contact listed for assistance accessing the full announcement was:
Dorothea Martinez, Contracting Officer
Phone: 803-253-3899
Location: Columbia, South Carolina
What was the original application deadline?
The narrative portion stated that applications had to be received by NRCS before 4 p.m. on May 5, 2014.
Was the deadline extended?
Yes. The opportunity record notes that the announcement was modified to extend the closing date from May 5, 2014 to May 19, 2014 (CurrentClosingDate: May 19, 2014).
Is the deadline based on receipt or postmark?
The notice specifies that applications must be received by NRCS before 4 p.m., indicating a receipt deadline rather than a postmark deadline.
When was the opportunity posted and archived?
The posting date was March 5, 2014, and the archive date was June 18, 2014.
What kinds of projects were emphasized under this opportunity?
The program emphasized innovative conservation approaches and technologies that can be tested, demonstrated, and then transferred into wider use. The project structure suggested applied, measurable work such as field demonstrations and proof-of-concept trials in South Carolina.
What factors could influence competitiveness, based on the announcement summary?
Competitiveness would likely be influenced by technical merit and innovation, the ability to deliver measurable conservation outcomes within one to three years, the credibility of the cost-share/match, and the strength of partnerships and plans for replication beyond the grant period.
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