Management, Species, Harbor Porpoise, (RAM#FXSBA53247215-A), Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska
ID: 355596Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Alaska District (DOD-COE-AK)

Award Range

$77K - $77K

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/355596
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is offering a funding opportunity for a cooperative agreement aimed at managing Harbor Porpoise populations at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) in Alaska. The primary objectives of this initiative are to assess the presence of Harbor Porpoise in Knik Arm during winter and to evaluate their movement patterns in the Eagle River during the summer and fall seasons. This project is significant for enhancing the understanding of marine mammal activity in relation to military training operations, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The total funding available for this opportunity is $77,000, with applications due by August 23, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to Casandra Hutchins, Grants Specialist, at casandra.a.hutchins@usace.army.mil for further information.

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    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announces a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for a cooperative agreement focused on the management of Harbor Porpoise populations at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), Alaska. The objectives are to determine the porpoise presence during winter in Knik Arm and to assess their movement in the Eagle River during summer and fall. The total funding available is $77,000, with one anticipated award. Applications are due by August 23, 2024. The proposal involves extensive passive acoustic monitoring utilizing CPODs and FPODs to collect data on Harbor Porpoise presence in both winter and open-water seasons. Key project tasks include deploying these instruments, servicing them, and analyzing the gathered data. Eligibility is open to various entities, including state and local governments and NGOs. The application process requires submission through Grants.gov or via email, and interested parties must comply with specific funding guidelines and provide necessary documentation. The review will evaluate applicants based on experience, technical approach, and cost. The outcome aims to improve understanding of marine mammal activity in relation to military training operations, ensuring compliance with existing environmental laws.
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