Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS NOIP14AC1003
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- The DOI-NPS in the environment, natural resources, science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS- Conduct Baseline Bat Survey in Effigy Mounds National Monument-THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.944.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 16, 2016 and posted on Mar 16, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 26, 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 $200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
This notice describes a National Park Service (DOI-NPS) cooperative agreement to conduct a baseline bat survey at Effigy Mounds National Monument in eastern Iowa, with a strong emphasis on early detection and documentation of White-Nose Syndrome risk. Although it is presented in the format of a funding opportunity, it is explicitly labeled "THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS," meaning it is not open for competition and is essentially documenting an intended, pre-selected project rather than soliciting proposals.
The project has five main scientific goals. First, it aims to assess bats in the monument for evidence of exposure to Pseudogymnoascus destructans, the fungus responsible for White-Nose Syndrome (WNS), a disease that has caused major bat population declines in North America. Second, it seeks to determine whether the Indiana bat (Myotis sodalis), which is federally listed as endangered, occurs within the monument. Third, it will document how the bat community changes over time, capturing the temporal diversity of species present across the survey period rather than relying on a single snapshot. Fourth, the work will identify habitats and specific areas in the park that are important for summer maternity roosting, which is critical information for managing bat populations during the breeding season. Fifth, it will establish a baseline dataset that future bat surveys in eastern Iowa can use for comparison, making it possible to detect trends, changes in species presence, and potential future impacts from WNS or habitat change.
Field methods combine mist-netting and acoustic monitoring. Mist-net surveys involve capturing bats in fine nets so that each animal can be identified to species and assessed in hand. For each captured bat, staff will record key biological information such as sex, weight, body condition, and other standard health or demographic indicators, then release the bat. In addition, bats will be swabbed to test for the presence of P. destructans, providing direct evidence relevant to WNS surveillance. Alongside capture work, passive ultrasonic acoustic detectors will be used to record bat echolocation calls, helping document species activity and presence even when bats are not physically captured, and improving coverage across habitats and time periods.
The expected outputs are an inventory of bat species using habitats within Effigy Mounds National Monument and an initial assessment of health indicators and fungal exposure risk in the local bat community. The combination of condition assessments and laboratory analysis of swabs is intended to provide clues about whether WNS is present, absent, or potentially emerging in the area, and to support park management decisions related to sensitive habitats and threatened species.
The notice also explains why the University of Dubuque was selected for the work, specifically highlighting Dr. Gerald Zuercher (Professor of Vertebrate Ecology and department chair) for his bat expertise and experience with the outlined survey techniques. It notes that additional university faculty bring complementary expertise (including plant ecology and genetics), supporting a multidisciplinary approach to interpreting field data and analyzing samples. Proximity is also presented as a practical advantage: the university is within about 1.5 hours of the park, which allows for quick adjustments to field schedules due to weather, easier coordination for meetings or site visits, and convenient transfer of data and materials.
Effigy Mounds National Monument natural resource staff will play an active support role rather than serving only as hosts. Their involvement may include providing access and transportation to survey locations, assisting with mist-net operations, and handling logistics for acoustic monitoring equipment, such as deploying detectors, monitoring them, retrieving recorded data, and relocating units as needed to sample different areas.
Administratively, the opportunity is listed under Funding Opportunity Number NPS NOIP14AC1003 and uses a cooperative agreement mechanism, reflecting substantial collaboration between the NPS and the project team. It is categorized under environment, natural resources, science and technology, and research and development (CFDA 15.944). The posting date is March 16, 2016, with a closing date of March 26, 2016, an award ceiling of $200,000, and an expectation of a single award, consistent with the "not a request for applications" framing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this funding opportunity open for applications?
No. The notice explicitly states "THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS," which means it is not a competitive solicitation and is not open for outside proposals.
If it is not open for applications, what is the purpose of the notice?
Based on the information provided, the notice documents an intended cooperative agreement project (including scope, partner, and budget parameters) rather than requesting submissions from the public.
What agency is issuing this notice?
The notice describes a National Park Service (NPS), U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) cooperative agreement.
What is the project location?
The work will take place at Effigy Mounds National Monument in eastern Iowa.
What is the main focus of the project?
The project is a baseline bat survey with a strong emphasis on early detection and documentation of White-Nose Syndrome (WNS) risk.
What is White-Nose Syndrome (WNS) and why is it important here?
WNS is a bat disease associated with the fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans. The notice describes WNS as having caused major bat population declines in North America, and the survey is designed to help detect risk or potential emergence locally.
What are the main scientific goals of the survey?
The notice lists five goals: (1) assess bats for evidence of exposure to Pseudogymnoascus destructans; (2) determine whether the endangered Indiana bat (Myotis sodalis) occurs in the monument; (3) document how the bat community changes over time (temporal diversity); (4) identify habitats and specific areas important for summer maternity roosting; and (5) establish a baseline dataset for comparison in future eastern Iowa bat surveys.
Which threatened or endangered species is specifically mentioned?
The Indiana bat (Myotis sodalis) is specifically mentioned, and it is described as federally listed as endangered.
What field methods will be used?
The survey will combine mist-netting and acoustic monitoring (passive ultrasonic detectors).
What is mist-netting in this project?
Mist-net surveys involve capturing bats in fine nets so they can be identified to species and assessed in hand. After data collection, bats are released.
What data will be recorded from captured bats?
The notice states that staff will record key biological information including sex, weight, body condition, and other standard health or demographic indicators.
How will the project evaluate White-Nose Syndrome risk?
Captured bats will be swabbed to test for the presence of Pseudogymnoascus destructans. The notice describes this as providing direct evidence relevant to WNS surveillance, alongside condition assessments and laboratory analysis of swabs.
What is acoustic monitoring and why is it included?
Passive ultrasonic acoustic detectors will record bat echolocation calls. The notice indicates this helps document species activity and presence even when bats are not physically captured and improves coverage across habitats and time periods.
What are the expected outputs or deliverables?
The expected outputs include an inventory of bat species using habitats within Effigy Mounds National Monument and an initial assessment of health indicators and fungal exposure risk in the local bat community.
What does "baseline dataset" mean in the context of this notice?
It refers to an initial set of survey data that future bat surveys in eastern Iowa can compare against to detect trends, changes in species presence, and potential impacts from WNS or habitat change.
Who is the intended partner for the cooperative agreement?
The notice explains that the University of Dubuque was selected to conduct the work.
Why was the University of Dubuque selected?
The notice highlights Dr. Gerald Zuercher (Professor of Vertebrate Ecology and department chair) for bat expertise and experience with the outlined survey techniques. It also notes additional faculty expertise (including plant ecology and genetics) supporting a multidisciplinary approach, and emphasizes the university's proximity (about 1.5 hours from the park) for practical coordination and scheduling.
Will National Park Service staff be involved in the fieldwork?
Yes. The notice indicates that Effigy Mounds National Monument natural resource staff will actively support the project, potentially providing access and transportation, assisting with mist-net operations, and handling logistics for acoustic monitoring equipment (deploying detectors, monitoring them, retrieving data, and relocating units).
What type of award mechanism is being used?
The notice uses a cooperative agreement mechanism, described as reflecting substantial collaboration between NPS and the project team.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
Funding Opportunity Number: NPS NOIP14AC1003.
Which program/category identifiers are provided?
The notice categorizes the opportunity under environment, natural resources, science and technology, and research and development, and lists CFDA 15.944.
What are the key dates listed in the notice?
The posting date is March 16, 2016, and the closing date is March 26, 2016.
What is the maximum funding amount mentioned?
The award ceiling listed is $200,000.
How many awards are expected?
The notice indicates an expectation of a single award, consistent with the statement that it is not a request for applications.
Does the notice describe how results will inform management decisions?
Yes. The notice explains that the species inventory, condition assessments, and fungal testing are intended to support park management decisions related to sensitive habitats and threatened species and to help evaluate whether WNS is present, absent, or emerging.
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