F26AS00026-NAWCA 2026-2 US Standard Grants

The “NAWCA 2026-2 US Standard Grants FY2026” announcement outlines the application process and requirements for U.S. Standard Grant proposals under the North American Wetlands Conservation Act. The application deadline is May 7, 2026. Key updates for FY2026 include an extended “Old Match” requirement of three calendar years, mandatory pre-award cost statements with a new justification table, and updated indirect cost rate tables. Applicants must submit proposals via GrantSolutions, with GIS shapefiles emailed separately. The document emphasizes adhering to formatting guidelines, coordinating with Migratory Bird Joint Ventures, and ensuring all partners and personnel are eligible for federal grants. The proposal requires detailed summaries, financial plans, work plans, and responses to seven technical assessment questions, all within specified page limits and formats. It also details policies on scientific integrity, partner contributions, and conflict of interest disclosures.

The document provides comprehensive instructions for applying for the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) 2026-2 U.S. Standard Grants. Key information includes the application due date of May 7, 2026, and the authorizing legislation, the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (16 USC Ch. 64). The instructions detail the application process through GrantSolutions, required forms (SF-424, SF-424A, SF-LLL), and important submission guidelines, such as emailing GIS shapefiles separately. The document emphasizes the importance of contacting the Division of Bird Habitat Conservation (DBHC) for assistance, coordinating with Migratory Bird Joint Ventures, and adhering to strict formatting requirements to ensure proposal eligibility. Major updates for FY2026 include changes to old match requirements, pre-award cost statements, and indirect cost rate tables. The proposal structure requires a Project Officer's Page, a two-page Proposal Summary, a Financial Plan Table, a detailed Work Plan, a Tract Table, and responses to seven Technical Assessment Questions within a 14-page limit. It also outlines policies on scientific integrity, partner contribution statements, and conflict of interest disclosures.

The document provides comprehensive instructions for applying for a North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) US Standard Grant, particularly for the FY2026 cycle with a special deadline of May 7, 2026. It outlines the application process through GrantSolutions, emphasizing eligibility criteria, required forms (SF-424, SF-LLL), and the importance of a Unique Entity ID (UEI) and active SAM.gov registration. Key sections detailed include the Project Officer’s Page, Proposal Summary (limited to two pages), Financial Plan Table, Work Plan, and Technical Assessment Questions (limited to 14 pages). The instructions highlight significant updates from previous years, such as extended 'old match' requirements, new pre-award cost statements, and updated land acquisition language. Applicants are strongly advised to coordinate with Migratory Bird Joint Ventures and contact the Division of Bird Habitat Conservation (DBHC) for assistance to ensure proposal success and compliance with federal guidelines, including scientific integrity and conflict of interest disclosures.

The “NAWCA 2026-2 US Standard Grants” announcement, F26AS00026, outlines the application process and requirements for U.S. Standard Grant proposals due May 7, 2026. Authorized by the North American Wetlands Conservation Act, this grant program emphasizes strict adherence to guidelines, including specific formatting, font, and margin requirements, to ensure eligibility. Applicants must use GrantSolutions for submission, with federal agencies emailing proposals directly. Key updates for FY2026 include an extended 'old match' period, required pre-award cost statements, and new indirect cost rate tables. The proposal structure mandates a Project Officer’s Page, a two-page Proposal Summary, a detailed Financial Plan Table, and a comprehensive Work Plan. Technical Assessment Questions, limited to 14 pages, evaluate proposals based on contributions to waterfowl and wetland-associated migratory bird conservation, wetland status and trends, long-term conservation, and partnerships. Coordination with Migratory Bird Joint Ventures is highly recommended for successful proposals. Applicants are advised to register with SAM.gov and GrantSolutions well in advance due to potential technical delays.

The “F26AS00026-NAWCA 2026-2 US Standard Grants” announcement details the application process and requirements for U.S. Standard Grant proposals under the North American Wetlands Conservation Act. Key information includes a May 7, 2026, application deadline, authorization under 16 USC Ch. 64, and a strict requirement for non-Federal entities to submit proposals via GrantSolutions. The document outlines significant updates for FY2026, such as an extended “old match” requirement and new pre-award cost justification tables. It provides comprehensive instructions on proposal components, including the Project Officer’s Page, a two-page Proposal Summary, Financial Plan Table, Work Plan, Tract Table, and a 14-page limit for Technical Assessment Questions. The announcement emphasizes coordination with Migratory Bird Joint Ventures and adherence to formatting, eligibility criteria, and federal grant guidelines. It also includes warnings against scams and details on SAM.gov registration, conflict of interest disclosures, and scientific integrity policies.

The F26AS00026-NAWCA 2026-2 US Standard Grants announcement details the application process for North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) US Standard Grants, with a special one-time application due date of May 7, 2026. The program, authorized by the North American Wetlands Conservation Act, emphasizes strict adherence to proposal formatting, content, and submission guidelines, primarily through GrantSolutions. Key requirements include a detailed Project Officer’s Page, a two-page Proposal Summary, a Financial Plan Table, and a comprehensive Work Plan. Applicants must address seven Technical Assessment Questions within a 14-page limit, focusing on waterfowl and other migratory bird conservation, geographic priorities, wetland status, long-term conservation, endangered species, and partnership. The document also highlights major changes from the previous fiscal year, such as extended old match requirements for FY2026, new pre-award cost statements, and updated land acquisition language in the Work Plan. Coordination with Migratory Bird Joint Ventures is highly recommended to enhance proposal success.