Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 17 NERO 0086
The funding opportunity titled "Monitoring Estuarine Condition and Seagrass in NPS Northeast Coastal and Barrier Network Parks" (Funding Opportunity Number: NPS 17 NERO 0086) is a National Park Service notice about an intended award rather than an open call for proposals. In practical terms, it is not inviting new applications from the public. Instead, it serves as a public notification that the National Park Service plans to issue a task agreement under an existing master cooperative agreement that has already been competed previously or has been justified as a single-source arrangement. The key point is that the selection mechanism has effectively already been determined through that prior agreement structure, so this notice is mainly about transparency and documenting the agency's intent to make an award.
Administratively, the opportunity is listed as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement as the funding instrument. Cooperative agreements are typically used when the agency expects to have substantial involvement in the project, meaning National Park Service staff may collaborate with the recipient on planning, methods, data management, reporting, field logistics, or interpretation of results rather than simply providing funds with minimal federal participation. The activity category is environmental, and it is associated with CFDA number 15.945, which corresponds to National Park Service-related assistance listings. The sponsoring agency is the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service.
As the title indicates, the purpose centers on monitoring estuarine condition and seagrass resources within National Park Service units that are part of the Northeast Coastal and Barrier Network. Monitoring estuarine condition generally involves tracking the health and status of estuaries, which can include water quality, physical conditions, habitat integrity, and biological indicators. Seagrass monitoring typically focuses on the extent, density, and condition of seagrass beds, which are important coastal habitats that support fisheries, stabilize sediments, and serve as indicators of ecosystem health. While the notice does not provide methodological specifics, projects of this type commonly include field surveys, mapping, repeat sampling over time, and standardized protocols to detect trends and inform management decisions across multiple park sites within the network.
The funding details included in the notice indicate an award ceiling of $42,923 and an expectation of one award. The announcement shows a creation date of June 29, 2017, with an original closing date of July 8, 2017, though the "closing date" in a notice like this functions more as an administrative posting window rather than a deadline for submitting applications, since the announcement explicitly states it is not a request for applications. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with a reference to an additional eligibility clarification field (not provided in the text you shared), which is consistent with the idea that the recipient is likely already defined through the existing master cooperative agreement framework rather than being selected through a new competitive application process.
Overall, this notice is best understood as an informational posting: the National Park Service is signaling its intent to support a specific monitoring effort related to estuarine health and seagrass in Northeast coastal and barrier island park units, using a cooperative agreement mechanism tied to a pre-existing agreement vehicle, with a modest single award budget capped at $42,923.Apply for NPS 17 NERO 0086
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Monitoring Estuarine Condition and Seagrass in NPS Northeast Coastal and Barrier Network Parks" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.945.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 29, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 08, 2017. (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 $42,923.00 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Monitoring Estuarine Condition and Seagrass in NPS Northeast Coastal and Barrier Network Parks."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NPS 17 NERO 0086.
Is this an open call for proposals?
No. This notice is an intended award announcement rather than an open solicitation. It is not inviting new applications from the public.
If it is not accepting applications, what is the purpose of posting it?
The posting functions as a public notification for transparency. It documents the National Park Service's intent to issue a task agreement under an existing master cooperative agreement that has already been competed previously or otherwise justified (for example, as a single-source arrangement).
Who is making the intended award?
The sponsoring agency is the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service.
What type of award is this listed as?
It is listed as a discretionary award.
What funding instrument will be used?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the instrument is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement typically indicates the agency expects substantial involvement in the project. In this context, National Park Service staff may collaborate with the recipient on elements such as planning, methods, data management, reporting, field logistics, or interpretation of results, rather than simply providing funds with minimal federal participation.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is environmental.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The notice references CFDA number 15.945, which corresponds to National Park Service-related assistance listings.
What is the project about?
The purpose is monitoring estuarine condition and seagrass resources within National Park Service units that are part of the Northeast Coastal and Barrier Network.
What does "monitoring estuarine condition" generally involve?
Monitoring estuarine condition generally involves tracking the health and status of estuaries. This can include indicators such as water quality, physical conditions, habitat integrity, and biological indicators.
What does "seagrass monitoring" typically focus on?
Seagrass monitoring typically focuses on the extent, density, and condition of seagrass beds. Seagrass beds are important coastal habitats that support fisheries, stabilize sediments, and can serve as indicators of ecosystem health.
Does the notice provide specific methods or protocols for the monitoring work?
No. The notice does not provide methodological specifics. It notes that projects of this type commonly include field surveys, mapping, repeat sampling over time, and standardized protocols to detect trends and inform management decisions across multiple park sites within the network.
What is the maximum funding amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling listed in the notice is $42,923.
How many awards does the notice anticipate?
The notice indicates an expectation of one award.
When was this opportunity posted?
The announcement shows a creation date of June 29, 2017.
What is the closing date and does it function as an application deadline?
The original closing date is listed as July 8, 2017. However, because this is an intended award notice and not a request for applications, the closing date functions more as an administrative posting window rather than a deadline for submitting applications.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with a reference to an additional eligibility clarification field (not provided in the information shared). This is consistent with the notice being tied to an existing master cooperative agreement framework where the recipient is likely already defined rather than selected through a new competitive process.
What does it mean that the award will be made under an existing master cooperative agreement?
It means the National Park Service plans to issue a task agreement using an already-established agreement vehicle. The selection mechanism has effectively already been determined through that prior agreement structure, rather than through a new competition.
What is the main takeaway for organizations looking for new grant opportunities?
The main takeaway is that this specific posting is informational and is not seeking new applicants. It is documenting the National Park Service's intent to fund a specific monitoring effort through an existing cooperative agreement mechanism.
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