Opportunity Information: Apply for NOAA NMFS PRPO 2016 2004539
Apply for NOAA NMFS PRPO 2016 2004539
- The Department of Commerce in the environment natural resources science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Species Recovery Grants to States (Section 6 Program)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 11.472 Unallied Science Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 8, 2015 and posted on Jul 8, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 8, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $4,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $400,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 15 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- State agencies that have entered into an agreement with NMFS pursuant to section 6(c) of the ESA
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Opportunity Summary:
The Species Recovery Grants to States (Section 6 Program) is a discretionary federal grant opportunity run by the Department of Commerce through NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). It is designed to support state-led efforts to conserve and recover species listed as endangered or threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), particularly marine and anadromous species that fall under NMFS jurisdiction and spend all or part of their life cycles in state waters. The main idea behind the program is that states are often closest to the on-the-ground (and on-the-water) work needed for recovery, so NMFS uses this program to fund state agencies that are building and carrying out effective conservation programs in coordination with federal recovery priorities.
Funding through this program can be used for a wide range of recovery-oriented activities. Eligible projects may include developing or implementing management measures, conducting scientific research that supports recovery planning or improves conservation outcomes, and carrying out public education and outreach that reduces threats or increases compliance and support for conservation actions. Importantly, the program is not limited only to already-listed species. It can also support monitoring and related work for ESA candidate species, recently delisted species (where continued monitoring may be important to prevent backsliding), and species proposed for listing. That flexibility allows states to address conservation needs across a continuum, from early warning monitoring through active recovery and post-delisting stewardship.
For the FY 2016 cycle described in the announcement (Funding Opportunity Number NOAA NMFS PRPO 2016 2004539), NMFS indicated that proposals addressing several critically endangered species would be treated as priorities for funding. Those emphasized species are Atlantic salmon, white abalone, Cook Inlet beluga whales, Hawaiian monk seals, Pacific leatherback sea turtles, and southern resident killer whales. While the program remains open to conservation work for any eligible listed species, applications that directly contribute to recovery for these named species were specifically encouraged and expected to score well in the selection process.
Eligibility is limited to state agencies that have entered into a formal agreement with NMFS under ESA section 6(c). To apply under this solicitation, that agreement must be in place within 30 days of the application deadline. This requirement reflects the structure of ESA section 6 partnerships, where federal assistance is tied to state programs that meet certain standards and are formally coordinated with NMFS. The announcement also clarifies an important exclusion: proposals focused on Pacific salmonids will not be considered under this program because those projects are expected to be routed through a different NMFS funding stream, the Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund. In practice, that means applicants need to pay close attention to whether their target species and project scope fit this grant or belong in the salmon-specific program.
The opportunity anticipated making about 15 awards, with an estimated total funding amount of $4,000,000. Individual awards were expected to range from $40,000 (award floor) to $400,000 (award ceiling). A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants should plan to bring non-federal resources to the project and clearly document them in the proposal budget and justification. The program is categorized under environment, natural resources, and science and technology/research and development, and it is associated with CFDA number 11.472 (Unallied Science Program). The notice was posted July 8, 2015, with an application deadline of October 8, 2015, and an archive date of November 7, 2015.
The announcement states that it provides instructions for submitting proposals for FY 2016 and explains how NMFS will evaluate and select applications, noting that some information changed from the previous year and that applicants should read the full document carefully. For access issues or questions tied to the announcement, the listed contact is Lisa Manning at 301-427-8466.
Species Recovery Grants to States (ESA Section 6 Program) - FAQs
What is the Species Recovery Grants to States (Section 6 Program)?
It is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the Department of Commerce through NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). The program supports state-led efforts to conserve and recover species listed as endangered or threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), with an emphasis on marine and anadromous species under NMFS jurisdiction that spend all or part of their life cycles in state waters.
Which federal agency runs this grant program?
The program is run by the U.S. Department of Commerce through NOAA, specifically NMFS.
What is the purpose of the program?
The purpose is to fund state agencies that are developing and carrying out effective conservation and recovery programs in coordination with federal recovery priorities. The program is built on the idea that states are often closest to the on-the-ground (and on-the-water) work needed to achieve recovery outcomes.
What kinds of projects can be funded?
Funding can support a broad range of recovery-oriented activities, including:
- Developing or implementing management measures
- Scientific research that supports recovery planning or improves conservation outcomes
- Public education and outreach intended to reduce threats or increase compliance and support for conservation actions
- Monitoring and related work tied to eligible species categories (listed, candidate, proposed, recently delisted)
Is the program limited to species that are already listed under the ESA?
No. While the program supports recovery work for ESA-listed species, it can also support monitoring and related work for ESA candidate species, species proposed for listing, and recently delisted species where continued monitoring may help prevent backsliding.
Which species were identified as funding priorities for the FY 2016 cycle in the announcement?
For the FY 2016 cycle described (Funding Opportunity Number NOAA NMFS PRPO 2016 2004539), NMFS indicated proposals addressing these critically endangered species would be treated as priorities:
- Atlantic salmon
- White abalone
- Cook Inlet beluga whales
- Hawaiian monk seals
- Pacific leatherback sea turtles
- Southern resident killer whales
Can projects focus on species not listed as FY 2016 priorities?
Yes. The program remains open to conservation work for any eligible listed species, but applications that directly contribute to recovery for the named priority species were specifically encouraged and were expected to score well during selection.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to state agencies that have entered into a formal agreement with NMFS under ESA section 6(c).
What is the ESA section 6(c) agreement requirement for applicants?
To apply under this solicitation, the section 6(c) agreement must be in place within 30 days of the application deadline.
Are proposals about Pacific salmonids eligible under this program?
No. The announcement states that proposals focused on Pacific salmonids will not be considered under this program because those projects are expected to be submitted through a different NMFS funding stream, the Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund.
How much funding was expected to be available under the opportunity?
The opportunity anticipated an estimated total funding amount of $4,000,000.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The announcement anticipated making about 15 awards.
What was the expected size of individual awards?
Individual awards were expected to range from $40,000 (award floor) to $400,000 (award ceiling).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies. Applicants should plan to bring non-federal resources to the project and clearly document them in the proposal budget and budget justification.
What funding opportunity number is associated with this announcement?
The funding opportunity number listed is NOAA NMFS PRPO 2016 2004539.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA number 11.472 (Unallied Science Program).
What topic areas does this grant fall under?
The program is categorized under environment, natural resources, and science and technology/research and development.
When was the notice posted and what were the key dates?
The notice was posted July 8, 2015. The application deadline was October 8, 2015, and the archive date was November 7, 2015.
What does the announcement say about how applications are reviewed and selected?
The announcement states it provides instructions for submitting proposals for FY 2016 and explains how NMFS will evaluate and select applications. It also notes that some information changed from the previous year and applicants should read the full document carefully.
Who can be contacted for access issues or questions about the announcement?
The listed contact is Lisa Manning at 301-427-8466.
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