Opportunity Information: Apply for NOAA NMFS PRPO 2017 2004955
Apply for NOAA NMFS PRPO 2017 2004955
- 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.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 27, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 17, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $300,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The Species Recovery Grants to States (Section 6 Program) is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) within the U.S. Department of Commerce (NOAA). It is designed to help states conserve and recover species listed as endangered or threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), with an emphasis on marine and anadromous species that fall under NMFS jurisdiction and that spend all or part of their life cycles in state waters. The basic idea behind the program is that state agencies are often closest to on-the-ground (and on-the-water) conservation work, so NMFS uses these grants to support state-led programs that contribute directly to ESA conservation and recovery outcomes, while reinforcing cooperative federal-state implementation of the ESA.
Funding under this program can be used for a wide range of conservation-related work tied to ESA-listed species, including both planning and action-oriented efforts. Supported activities may include developing and implementing management measures (for example, conservation plans, recovery-focused actions, or improved management practices), conducting scientific research that informs recovery, and carrying out public education and outreach that helps reduce threats and build support for conservation. Importantly, the opportunity also allows funding for monitoring and related work not only for currently listed endangered or threatened species, but also for ESA candidate species, species that have been recently delisted, and species proposed for listing. That makes the program useful both for active recovery and for tracking trends and risks across species at different points in the ESA process.
NMFS also signals a special interest in proposals that support recovery of certain critically endangered species highlighted through the agency's Species in the Spotlight initiative. For this particular solicitation, those species are Atlantic salmon, white abalone, Cook Inlet beluga whales, Hawaiian monk seals, Pacific leatherback sea turtles, and southern resident killer whales. While projects do not have to focus on these species to be eligible, NMFS explicitly encourages proposals that do, which suggests they may be viewed as especially aligned with agency priorities.
Eligibility is limited to state agencies that have an active cooperative agreement with NMFS under ESA Section 6(c), or that will enter into such an agreement within 30 days of the application deadline. In practice, this means applicants generally need to be the relevant state-level natural resource, wildlife, fisheries, or environmental agency (or another qualifying state agency) that is formally partnered with NMFS under the Section 6 framework. The solicitation indicates that additional eligibility details are provided in the full announcement, and that applicants should review the entire document carefully because some requirements and information changed from the prior year.
This specific funding announcement is identified as NOAA NMFS PRPO 2017 2004955 under CFDA 11.472, and it was issued with a creation date of July 27, 2016 and an original closing date of October 17, 2016, for fiscal year 2017 funding. The anticipated award structure included an award ceiling of $300,000 and an expectation of about 10 awards, indicating a competitive process with a limited number of funded projects and moderate-sized awards intended to support targeted recovery work.
One key limitation is that proposals focusing on Pacific salmonids are not considered under this particular program. Applicants interested in Pacific salmonid recovery are directed instead to the NMFS Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund, which is the more appropriate funding route for those projects. Finally, the announcement notes that it explains how to submit proposals and how NMFS will evaluate and select applications for funding, reinforcing that applicants should rely on the full solicitation for the detailed submission steps, evaluation criteria, and any updated conditions or changes from the previous year.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Species Recovery Grants to States (Section 6 Program)?
The Species Recovery Grants to States (Section 6 Program) is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) within the U.S. Department of Commerce (NOAA). It is intended to help states 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.
What is the purpose of this grant program?
The program supports state-led conservation and recovery work that contributes directly to ESA conservation and recovery outcomes. It also reinforces cooperative federal-state implementation of the ESA by funding work carried out by state agencies that are closest to on-the-ground and on-the-water conservation needs.
Which federal agency administers this opportunity?
This opportunity is administered by NMFS (a NOAA line office) within the U.S. Department of Commerce.
What types of species does this program focus on?
The program emphasizes ESA-listed endangered and threatened species that are marine or anadromous and fall under NMFS jurisdiction, particularly those that spend all or part of their life cycles in state waters.
What kinds of activities can grant funds support?
Funds may support a broad range of conservation-related work tied to ESA-listed species, including:
- Developing and implementing management measures (such as conservation plans, recovery-focused actions, or improved management practices)
- Scientific research that informs recovery
- Public education and outreach that helps reduce threats and build support for conservation
- Monitoring and related work across multiple ESA status categories (listed, candidate, proposed, and recently delisted species)
Can the grant be used for planning as well as on-the-ground action?
Yes. The solicitation describes support for both planning and action-oriented efforts, including development of management measures and implementation of recovery-focused actions.
Does the program allow funding for monitoring work?
Yes. The opportunity allows funding for monitoring and related work not only for currently listed endangered or threatened species, but also for ESA candidate species, species proposed for listing, and species that have been recently delisted.
Are candidate species, proposed species, or recently delisted species eligible for work under this grant?
Yes. The announcement indicates that monitoring and related work can cover ESA candidate species, species proposed for listing, and recently delisted species, in addition to currently listed species.
What is NMFS "Species in the Spotlight," and does it matter for this solicitation?
NMFS identifies certain critically endangered species through its Species in the Spotlight initiative. For this solicitation, NMFS expresses special interest in proposals that support recovery of the listed Species in the Spotlight species, suggesting those projects may be especially aligned with agency priorities.
Which Species in the Spotlight are highlighted for this specific solicitation?
The solicitation highlights the following Species in the Spotlight for special interest:
- Atlantic salmon
- White abalone
- Cook Inlet beluga whales
- Hawaiian monk seals
- Pacific leatherback sea turtles
- Southern resident killer whales
Do projects have to focus on Species in the Spotlight to be eligible?
No. Projects do not have to focus on Species in the Spotlight to be eligible, but NMFS explicitly encourages proposals that do.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to state agencies that have an active cooperative agreement with NMFS under ESA Section 6(c), or that will enter into such an agreement within 30 days of the application deadline. In practice, this generally means an appropriate state-level natural resource, wildlife, fisheries, environmental, or other qualifying state agency formally partnered with NMFS under the Section 6 framework.
What is an ESA Section 6(c) cooperative agreement requirement?
Applicants must either already have an active cooperative agreement with NMFS under ESA Section 6(c), or commit to entering into such an agreement within 30 days of the application deadline. The cooperative agreement is a threshold eligibility condition described in the solicitation.
Are non-state entities (such as nonprofits, universities, or local governments) eligible to apply directly?
Based on the information provided, eligibility is limited to qualifying state agencies meeting the ESA Section 6(c) cooperative agreement requirement. No additional applicant types are described as eligible in the summary provided.
What is the funding announcement identifier for this opportunity?
The funding announcement is identified as NOAA NMFS PRPO 2017 2004955 under CFDA 11.472.
What are the key dates listed for this opportunity?
The creation date is July 27, 2016, and the original closing date is October 17, 2016, for fiscal year 2017 funding.
How much funding is available per award?
The anticipated award ceiling is $300,000.
How many awards were expected?
The solicitation indicates an expectation of about 10 awards, suggesting a competitive process with a limited number of funded projects.
Are proposals related to Pacific salmonids allowed under this program?
No. Proposals focusing on Pacific salmonids are not considered under this particular program.
If my project is about Pacific salmonids, where should I apply instead?
Applicants interested in Pacific salmonid recovery are directed to the NMFS Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund, which is identified as the more appropriate funding route for those projects.
Does NMFS provide guidance on how applications will be evaluated and selected?
Yes. The announcement notes that it explains how to submit proposals and how NMFS will evaluate and select applications for funding. Applicants are encouraged to rely on the full solicitation for the detailed submission steps, evaluation criteria, and conditions.
Should applicants review the full announcement even if they applied in a prior year?
Yes. The solicitation states that applicants should review the entire document carefully because some requirements and information changed from the prior year.
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