Management, Wetlands/Floodplain, Littoral Zone Evaluation and Study, Eielson Air Force Base, 354 CES/CEIE, Natural Resources, (RAM Project # FTQWA5325915-A)
ID: 358578Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Alaska District (DOD-COE-AK)

Award Range

$55K - $55K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358578
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Alaska District is offering a funding opportunity for a project focused on the evaluation of wetlands and littoral zones at Eielson Air Force Base (EAFB), Alaska, under Cooperative Agreement W911KB-25-2-0002. The primary objective is to assess the effectiveness of previous habitat improvement projects aimed at supporting native fish and wildlife, in alignment with the goals outlined in the 2023 EAFB Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP). This initiative is crucial for enhancing the ecological health of military training lands and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The total funding available is $55,000, with applications due by May 20, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Grants Specialist Pamela Iverson at pamela.iverson@usace.army.mil for further information.

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    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Alaska District is announcing a funding opportunity for evaluating wetlands and littoral zones at Eielson Air Force Base (EAFB), Alaska, under Cooperative Agreement W911KB-25-2-0002. The project aims to assess the effectiveness of past habitat improvement efforts to support native fish and wildlife, aligning with goals set in the 2023 EAFB Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP). The estimated funding total is $55,000, with a single award anticipated by May 30, 2025. Applicants must have relevant experience in natural resource management and comply with federal regulations and permitting. Key tasks include studying littoral zone stability at past project sites and reporting findings with recommendations for restoration, where necessary. Deliverables include comprehensive reports detailing methodology and spatial data in specified formats. Application submissions are due by May 20, 2025, through Grants.gov or via email to the Grants Specialist. The selection criteria will prioritize applicant experience, technical approach, and cost, with a focus on collaborations with the Department of Defense. This funding opportunity emphasizes sustainable management and compliance with environmental laws to enhance the ecological health of military training lands.
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