Opportunity Information: Apply for USGS 17 FA 0093
This funding opportunity is a discretionary federal grant announcement from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) within the Department of the Interior, focused on natural resources research and delivered through a cooperative agreement. The project is titled "Notice of Intent - Migratory success study of river herring in Cape Cod National Seashore," and it centers on studying how successfully river herring migrate within or through habitats associated with Cape Cod National Seashore. In practical terms, the opportunity is aimed at supporting field and analytical work that helps resource managers understand river herring movement, passage, and related factors that influence whether these fish are able to complete key parts of their life cycle in this protected coastal environment.
The listing indicates it was issued as a notice of intent, which generally signals the agency's plan to make an award for a specific purpose and often reflects a targeted research need rather than an open-ended topic area. The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, meaning the federal agency typically expects to be substantially involved in the project during performance, such as through collaboration on study design, data collection protocols, interpretation, reporting, or coordination with land and resource managers. The opportunity is cataloged under CFDA number 15.808, which is associated with USGS research and data activities in support of natural resource science and management.
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations that have 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education. That eligibility constraint suggests the agency intended this work to be carried out by a qualified nonprofit entity with relevant scientific, conservation, or field research capacity, rather than a university applicant. The expected number of awards is one, reinforcing that this is a single-project, site-specific effort rather than a program that will fund multiple unrelated studies.
From a funding standpoint, the award ceiling is $49,034, which sets the maximum amount available for the project. With one anticipated award and a defined ceiling, applicants would typically be expected to propose a focused scope of work that can realistically be executed within that budget, likely emphasizing targeted monitoring, data collection, and deliverables that directly inform management needs at Cape Cod National Seashore. The opportunity was created on May 11, 2017, and the original closing date was May 25, 2017, indicating a short application window of roughly two weeks, which is common for notices tied to a specific, time-sensitive collaboration or a narrowly defined research task.
In summary, this is a small, single-award USGS cooperative agreement opportunity intended to fund a nonprofit-led study of river herring migratory success in the Cape Cod National Seashore context, with a clear natural resources management purpose, a maximum award of $49,034, and a brief solicitation period in May 2017 under funding opportunity number USGS 17 FA 0093.Apply for USGS 17 FA 0093
- The Department of the Interior, Geological Survey in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Notice of Intent - Migratory success study of river herring in Cape Cod National Seashore" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.808.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 11, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 25, 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 $49,034.00 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The project is titled "Notice of Intent - Migratory success study of river herring in Cape Cod National Seashore."
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
This is a discretionary federal grant announcement from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), within the Department of the Interior.
What type of funding instrument will be used?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement typically means USGS expects to be substantially involved during the project period. That involvement may include collaboration on study design, data collection protocols, interpretation of results, reporting, and coordination with land and resource managers.
What does "Notice of Intent" mean in this announcement?
The listing indicates it was issued as a notice of intent, which generally signals the agency's plan to make an award for a specific purpose. It often reflects a targeted research need rather than a broad, open-ended topic area.
What is the main focus of the project?
The project focuses on studying how successfully river herring migrate within or through habitats associated with Cape Cod National Seashore, including movement, passage, and factors that influence whether the fish can complete key parts of their life cycle in this protected coastal environment.
What kinds of activities does the opportunity aim to support?
It is aimed at supporting field and analytical work that helps resource managers understand river herring movement and passage and the related conditions affecting migratory success at Cape Cod National Seashore.
Where is the study expected to take place?
The study context is Cape Cod National Seashore and habitats associated with it.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The opportunity is cataloged under CFDA 15.808, associated with USGS research and data activities in support of natural resource science and management.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations that have 501(c)(3) status with the IRS.
Are colleges and universities eligible to apply?
No. Institutions of higher education are excluded under the stated eligibility limitations.
How many awards does USGS expect to make?
The expected number of awards is one.
Is this opportunity intended to fund multiple projects?
No. With one anticipated award, it is presented as a single-project, site-specific effort rather than a broader program supporting multiple unrelated studies.
What is the maximum funding available (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $49,034, which is the maximum amount available for the project.
Does the announcement indicate the budget size applicants should plan for?
Yes. Because the maximum award is $49,034 and only one award is expected, the scope of work would typically need to be focused and achievable within that ceiling.
When was the funding opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on May 11, 2017.
What was the original closing date for applications?
The original closing date was May 25, 2017.
How long was the application window?
Based on the created date (May 11, 2017) and the closing date (May 25, 2017), the application window was roughly two weeks, which is common for announcements tied to a specific, time-sensitive collaboration or narrowly defined research task.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is USGS 17 FA 0093.
What is the general purpose of the study for resource management?
The purpose is to generate field and analytical information that can directly inform natural resource management decisions related to river herring movement and migratory success in and around Cape Cod National Seashore.
Is this opportunity oriented toward a targeted research need?
Yes. The notice-of-intent framing, single expected award, and defined site and topic indicate a targeted, specific research need rather than a broad solicitation across many research areas.
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