Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 15 NERO 0012
Apply for NPS 15 NERO 0012
- The National Park Service in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Task Agreement with John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.939 National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 8, 2014 and posted on Dec 8, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 13, 2014 This is NOT a request for applications. This is just an announcement that NPS is fulfilling its legally mandated requirement to provide assistance to the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission for their work on the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $128,100.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $128,100.00 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.
- This is NOT a request for applications. This is just an announcement that NPS is fulfilling its legally mandated requirement to provide assistance to the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission for their work on the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor.
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Opportunity Summary:
The funding opportunity titled "Task Agreement with John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission" (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 15 NERO 0012) is a mandatory National Park Service (NPS) cooperative agreement notice, not a competitive grant solicitation. The announcement is essentially an administrative posting to meet NPS requirements to publicly note that it is providing federal financial assistance that it is legally required to provide to the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission for work associated with the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, a designated National Heritage Area (NHA). Because the assistance is mandated, the notice repeatedly clarifies that it is not requesting applications and is not inviting other entities to compete for the award.
The notice anticipates a single award, with total funding of $128,100 and an identical award floor and ceiling of $128,100, meaning the amount is fixed for this action. The assistance is listed under CFDA 15.939 (National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance). A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, indicating the recipient is expected to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the terms of the agreement and relevant NHA authorizing legislation. Although the standard eligibility field lists 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (excluding institutions of higher education), the practical effect here is limited because this is a mandatory award tied to the specific heritage corridor commission rather than an open competition.
The scope of work centers on implementing the heritage corridor's Management Plan and carrying out activities consistent with the enabling legislation and the cooperative agreement terms. Funds are to be used to support the NHA in ways that align with statutory intent, and the commission is expected to implement the Management Plan as described in the agreement's Attachment A work plan and budget. The commission must also hold public meetings at least twice per year to discuss Management Plan implementation, reinforcing transparency and community engagement as the corridor's projects move forward.
A significant portion of the recipient's responsibilities relates to legal and regulatory compliance. The commission must comply with applicable federal and state laws, specifically including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). In addition, the recipient is responsible for preparing any needed compliance documentation for NPS and/or state approval, which typically means assembling environmental and cultural resource review materials and ensuring proposed activities are properly vetted before implementation.
The announcement was posted and created on December 8, 2014, with an original and current closing date of December 13, 2014, and an archive date of December 14, 2014. Even though a closing date is listed, it does not function like a normal application deadline because the notice is not soliciting proposals. For access issues or questions about the posting, the listed contact is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist, reachable by phone at 215-597-9153.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This notice is a mandatory National Park Service (NPS) cooperative agreement posting titled "Task Agreement with John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission" (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 15 NERO 0012). It is an administrative announcement used to publicly document that NPS is providing federal financial assistance that it is legally required to provide to the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission.
Is this a competitive grant I can apply for?
No. The notice explicitly states it is not a competitive grant solicitation. It is not requesting applications and it is not inviting other organizations or entities to compete for the award.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The anticipated (and only) recipient is the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission, for work associated with the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, which is a designated National Heritage Area (NHA).
How many awards are expected?
The notice anticipates a single award.
What is the total funding amount?
The total funding amount is $128,100.
What are the award floor and award ceiling?
The award floor is $128,100 and the award ceiling is also $128,100. That means the funding amount is fixed for this action.
What CFDA program is associated with this assistance?
The assistance is listed under CFDA 15.939, National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance.
Does this award require cost sharing or matching?
Yes. The notice indicates a cost sharing or matching requirement applies. The recipient is expected to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the terms of the cooperative agreement and the relevant National Heritage Area authorizing legislation.
The eligibility section mentions 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Does that mean nonprofits can apply?
Not in practice for this posting. While the standard eligibility field lists 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (excluding institutions of higher education), this particular notice is a mandatory award tied to the specific heritage corridor commission and is not an open competition.
What is the scope of work funded by this agreement?
The work centers on implementing the heritage corridor's Management Plan and carrying out activities consistent with the enabling legislation and the cooperative agreement terms. The commission is expected to implement the Management Plan as described in the agreement's Attachment A work plan and budget.
What is the purpose of the funds?
Funds are intended to support the National Heritage Area in ways that align with the statutory intent for the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor and the requirements of the cooperative agreement.
Are there public engagement or transparency requirements?
Yes. The commission must hold public meetings at least twice per year to discuss implementation of the Management Plan.
What legal and regulatory compliance responsibilities are included?
The recipient must comply with applicable federal and state laws, specifically including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).
Who prepares compliance documentation for NEPA/NHPA review?
The commission is responsible for preparing any needed compliance documentation for NPS and/or state approval. This typically involves assembling environmental and cultural resource review materials and ensuring activities are properly vetted before implementation.
If there is a closing date, does it function as an application deadline?
No. Although the notice lists a closing date, it does not operate like a typical application deadline because the notice is not soliciting proposals and is not requesting applications.
When was this announcement posted and when did it close?
The announcement was created and posted on December 8, 2014. The original closing date and current closing date are both December 13, 2014. The archive date is December 14, 2014.
Who can I contact if I have questions or access issues related to the posting?
The listed contact is Keith Zotti, Partnership Program Specialist. Phone: 215-597-9153.
What type of federal funding instrument is this?
It is an NPS cooperative agreement notice for a task agreement with the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission.
Why does NPS publish a notice if no applications are being accepted?
Based on the notice language, the announcement serves as an administrative posting to meet NPS requirements to publicly note that federal financial assistance is being provided, even though the assistance is mandated and not competitively awarded.
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