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- The National Park Service in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Vegetation Map Accuracy Assessment for Gauley River National Recreation Area. (CESU)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 00.000 Not Elsewhere Classified.
- This funding opportunity was created on Oct 20, 2009 and posted on Oct 23, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 28, 2009. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $35,338.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $35,338.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Park Service posted a discretionary funding opportunity titled "Vegetation Map Accuracy Assessment for Gauley River National Recreation Area (CESU)" under Funding Opportunity Number AJ4531090757. The award is planned as a cooperative agreement, which generally means the recipient should expect substantive involvement from the National Park Service during the project rather than operating entirely independently. The activity is categorized under Science and Technology and other Research and Development, reflecting a focus on applied field science and data quality evaluation rather than construction or routine operations.
The purpose of the project is straightforward: to provide professional expertise to conduct field studies that assess the accuracy of an existing vegetation map for Gauley River National Recreation Area. In practical terms, this kind of work typically involves designing and carrying out on-the-ground verification of mapped vegetation types, comparing what is shown in the vegetation map to what is actually present at selected field locations, and then documenting error rates and confidence levels for the map. A vegetation map accuracy assessment commonly supports better land management decisions by identifying where the map is reliable, where it needs refinement, and what vegetation classes are most frequently confused or misclassified.
This opportunity was made available through the CESU framework (Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units), which is often used by federal land management agencies to partner with academic institutions for research and technical assistance. Eligibility is limited to private institutions of higher education, meaning applicants must be qualifying private colleges or universities that can provide the scientific staffing and field capacity to conduct the required studies. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so the applicant is not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving the award.
The funding details indicate a single expected award, with an estimated total funding amount of $35,338. The award floor and ceiling are both listed as $35,338, which strongly suggests the project budget is fixed at that amount rather than being a range. The opportunity was posted on October 23, 2009 (created October 20, 2009) with an original and current closing date of October 28, 2009, indicating a very short application window of only a few days. The archive date is November 27, 2009, meaning it is no longer active.
For applicants or interested parties who had trouble accessing the full announcement at the time, the listed point of contact was Cheryl Richardson, Contract Specialist at the National Park Service, reachable by phone at 404-507-5747 or by email at cherylrichardson@nps.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The National Park Service (NPS) posted a discretionary funding opportunity titled "Vegetation Map Accuracy Assessment for Gauley River National Recreation Area (CESU)".
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is AJ4531090757.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
This opportunity was posted by the National Park Service (NPS).
What type of award is planned?
The planned award instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award is a cooperative agreement?
Based on the posting, a cooperative agreement generally indicates the recipient should expect substantive involvement from the National Park Service during the project, rather than operating entirely independently.
How is this opportunity categorized?
The activity is categorized under Science and Technology and other Research and Development, reflecting applied field science and data quality evaluation.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The purpose is to provide professional expertise to conduct field studies that assess the accuracy of an existing vegetation map for Gauley River National Recreation Area.
What does a vegetation map accuracy assessment typically involve?
As described, this kind of assessment typically involves: (1) designing and carrying out on-the-ground verification of mapped vegetation types, (2) comparing what is shown on the vegetation map to what is actually present at selected field locations, and (3) documenting error rates and confidence levels for the map.
Why would the National Park Service want an accuracy assessment of a vegetation map?
An accuracy assessment commonly supports better land management decisions by identifying where the map is reliable, where it may need refinement, and which vegetation classes are most frequently confused or misclassified.
What location is the project focused on?
The work is focused on Gauley River National Recreation Area.
What does "CESU" mean in this announcement?
The posting states the opportunity was made available through the CESU framework (Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units), which is often used by federal land management agencies to partner with academic institutions for research and technical assistance.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to private institutions of higher education, meaning qualifying private colleges or universities.
Is eligibility open to organizations outside private colleges and universities?
Based on the information provided, eligibility is limited to private institutions of higher education.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so the applicant is not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of the award.
How many awards does the agency expect to make?
The funding details indicate there is a single expected award.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $35,338.
Is there a funding range (minimum and maximum award size)?
The award floor and ceiling are both listed as $35,338, which strongly suggests the project budget is fixed at that amount rather than offered as a range.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on October 23, 2009 (created October 20, 2009).
What was the application closing date?
The original and current closing date listed is October 28, 2009.
How long was the application window?
Based on the posting date (October 23, 2009) and closing date (October 28, 2009), the application window was only a few days.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The archive date is November 27, 2009, which indicates the opportunity is no longer active.
Who was the point of contact for this opportunity?
The listed point of contact was Cheryl Richardson, Contract Specialist at the National Park Service.
How could applicants contact the point of contact?
Cheryl Richardson could be reached by phone at 404-507-5747 or by email at cherylrichardson@nps.gov.
What kind of work is emphasized by this announcement?
The announcement emphasizes applied field science and data quality evaluation related to an existing vegetation map, rather than construction or routine operations.
Does the posting describe specific deliverables or methods in detail?
The information provided describes the goal and typical components of an accuracy assessment (field verification, comparisons, error rates, and confidence levels), but it does not list additional specific deliverables, methods, or schedules beyond that summary.
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