Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS DOIP16AC00823
Apply for NPS DOIP16AC00823
- The DOI-NPS in the employment, labor and training sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Trail Stabilization at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve." and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.931.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 17, 2016 and posted on Jun 17, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 27, 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 $40,000.00 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.
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Opportunity Summary:
The "Trail Stabilization at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve" opportunity is a National Park Service (NPS) funding notice that serves only as public notice of intent to award funds, not as an open call for applications. In other words, the NPS is not seeking proposals from the public through this announcement. Instead, it explains that the agency plans to fund a specific set of trail maintenance and stabilization activities through a non-competitive award issued to an identified partner, the Student Conservation Association (SCA). The award is structured as a task agreement under an existing cooperative agreement that had already been competed earlier (Cooperative Agreement P15AC00031), which is the main reason the NPS states that additional full and open competition is not practicable in this case.
At a high level, the project focuses on cyclical and deferred maintenance work on trails within Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve in Alaska, with on-the-ground work occurring specifically on the Copper Lake Trail. The core purpose is twofold: to address real trail infrastructure needs (stabilization, construction, clearing, and tread improvements) and to create hands-on work, education, and training opportunities for young adults by placing them on an SCA crew working directly alongside NPS staff. The idea is that the trail work supports protection of park resources and visitor safety while also building workforce skills and conservation experience for participants.
The anticipated federal funding amount is $34,363.79, with a cost share contribution of $13,719.40, reflecting a partnership model rather than a fully federally funded effort. The planned period of performance is four weeks, running from August 15, 2016 through September 11, 2016. The award instrument is listed as a task agreement under a cooperative agreement, and the statutory authority is cited as 16 USC 1723(c)(1). The listing is associated with CFDA 15.931, and the activity category is aligned with employment, labor, and training, which fits the emphasis on youth crew placement and development.
The scope of work described is practical, field-based trail construction and maintenance performed with consultation and guidance from Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve trail leadership (the Maintenance Trail Supervisor and/or Trail Leads). Expected tasks include clearing vegetation using chainsaws and similar tools, brushing and maintaining the existing trail corridor, and assisting with new trail construction. A notable technical detail is the planned installation of synthetic trail tread materials (Duradeck), implying that some sections may require more durable surfacing or stabilization than native tread alone can provide, especially in environments where wet conditions, erosion, or heavy use can degrade trails.
Responsibilities are clearly divided between the SCA and the NPS. The SCA commits to providing one trained work group for the full August 15 to September 11 window, transporting the crew to the work site, and supporting participants through living allowances, insurance coverage, and AmeriCorps awards when applicable. The SCA also agrees to provide 24/7 hotline support, conduct site visits, and carry out performance evaluations. On the NPS side, the agency provides the $34,363.79 in financial assistance, along with orientation to park operations, the NPS mission, and safety expectations. The NPS also supplies project equipment and materials such as Duradeck and tools (for example drills and screwdrivers), provides specific safety training related to operating government equipment (including generators, battery charging equipment, and ATV/UTV use), and assigns an on-site NPS technical representative to support the crew with project specifics. The NPS further commits to transporting the crew from the trailhead to camp and the work site, and to producing written evaluations documenting performance and project outcomes upon completion.
Finally, the single-source justification is grounded in Department of the Interior policy requirements (505 DM 2), which require an explanation whenever an assistance award is made without competition. While the notice lists the standard criteria that can justify non-competitive awards (such as continuation, unique qualifications, emergencies, and others), the stated rationale here is straightforward: this task agreement is being issued under an existing, previously competed cooperative agreement with the Student Conservation Association. The public-facing opportunity details also indicate the anticipated award ceiling ($40,000), an expectation of one award, and identify the agency (DOI-NPS) and a point of contact (James Cato), reinforcing that this posting is informational and administrative in nature rather than a competitive grant solicitation.
Trail Stabilization at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve - FAQs
Is this an open grant competition where the public can apply?
No. This notice functions only as a public notice of intent to award funds. The National Park Service (NPS) is not seeking proposals from the public through this announcement.
Who is expected to receive the award described in this notice?
The award is intended to be issued non-competitively to the Student Conservation Association (SCA), the identified partner named in the notice.
Why is the award being made without full and open competition?
The notice explains that the award will be structured as a task agreement under an existing cooperative agreement that was competed previously (Cooperative Agreement P15AC00031). Because it is being issued under that already-competed agreement, the NPS states that additional full and open competition is not practicable for this action.
What is the purpose of the project?
The project has two main purposes: (1) to complete cyclical and deferred trail maintenance and stabilization work, and (2) to provide hands-on work, education, and training opportunities for young adults by placing them on an SCA crew working alongside NPS staff.
Where will the work take place?
The work is within Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve in Alaska, with on-the-ground work occurring specifically on the Copper Lake Trail.
What kinds of trail work are included in the scope?
The scope is field-based trail construction and maintenance with guidance from park trail leadership. Tasks include clearing vegetation (including the use of chainsaws and similar tools), brushing and maintaining the existing trail corridor, assisting with new trail construction, and trail tread improvements and stabilization.
What is Duradeck and how is it used in this project?
The notice states that synthetic trail tread material (Duradeck) will be installed. This indicates some trail sections will receive a more durable surfacing or stabilization approach than native tread alone.
What is the anticipated federal funding amount?
The anticipated federal funding amount listed is $34,363.79.
Is there a cost share requirement or partner contribution?
Yes. The notice lists a cost share contribution of $13,719.40, reflecting a partnership model rather than a fully federally funded effort.
What is the anticipated award ceiling?
The public-facing opportunity details indicate an anticipated award ceiling of $40,000.
How many awards are expected under this notice?
The notice indicates an expectation of one award.
What is the period of performance?
The planned period of performance is four weeks, from August 15, 2016 through September 11, 2016.
What type of award instrument will be used?
The award instrument is listed as a task agreement under a cooperative agreement.
What is the statutory authority cited for this award?
The notice cites 16 USC 1723(c)(1) as the statutory authority.
What is the CFDA listing associated with this opportunity?
The listing is associated with CFDA 15.931.
What activity category does this opportunity align with?
The activity category is aligned with employment, labor, and training, consistent with the emphasis on youth crew placement, education, and workforce development.
What does SCA provide under this project?
The SCA commits to providing one trained work group for the full August 15 to September 11 window, transporting the crew to the work site, and supporting participants through living allowances, insurance coverage, and AmeriCorps awards when applicable. The SCA also provides 24/7 hotline support, conducts site visits, and carries out performance evaluations.
What does the NPS provide under this project?
The NPS provides $34,363.79 in financial assistance, orientation to park operations, the NPS mission, and safety expectations, and supplies project equipment and materials such as Duradeck and tools (including drills and screwdrivers). The NPS also provides specific safety training related to operating government equipment (including generators, battery charging equipment, and ATV/UTV use), assigns an on-site NPS technical representative, transports the crew from the trailhead to camp and the work site, and produces written evaluations documenting performance and project outcomes upon completion.
Who guides and supervises the technical trail work on site?
The work is performed with consultation and guidance from Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve trail leadership, specifically the Maintenance Trail Supervisor and/or Trail Leads, and supported by an on-site NPS technical representative.
Does the project include safety training and safety expectations?
Yes. The NPS provides orientation and safety expectations and includes safety training related to operating government equipment, including generators, battery charging equipment, and ATV/UTV use.
What policies are referenced for the single-source (non-competitive) justification?
The notice references Department of the Interior policy requirements (505 DM 2), which require an explanation when an assistance award is made without competition.
Which federal agency is issuing this notice?
The agency is the Department of the Interior (DOI), National Park Service (NPS).
Who is the point of contact listed for the opportunity?
The notice identifies James Cato as the point of contact.
What is the main takeaway for organizations looking for funding through this posting?
This posting is informational and administrative in nature and describes a planned non-competitive award to an identified partner under an existing cooperative agreement; it is not a solicitation inviting new applications or proposals.
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