Donnelly Training Area (DTA), Donnelly Flight Landing Strip, Fort Wainwright, Alaska
ID: 353085Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Alaska District (DOD-COE-AK)

Award Range

$4M - $4M

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/353085
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Alaska District, is soliciting proposals for a cooperative agreement to implement the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) for the Donnelly Training Area (DTA) and the associated Flight Landing Strip at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. The primary objectives of this project include enhancing military training environments while ensuring ecological health and compliance with environmental regulations, particularly under the Sikes Act. The total funding available for this opportunity is $3,750,000, with a single award anticipated, and applications must be submitted by April 24, 2024. Interested applicants, limited to Federal and State agencies involved in wildlife conservation management, can contact Grants Specialist Casandra Hutchins at casandra.a.hutchins@usace.army.mil or by phone at 907-356-6709 for further information.

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    Funding Opportunity Announcement W911KB-24-2-5800 (Rev.04022024).pdf
    Funding.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Alaska District, is soliciting proposals for a cooperative agreement to implement the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) for the Donnelly Training Area (DTA) and associated Flight Landing Strip in Fort Wainwright, Alaska. The project aims to enhance military training environments while ensuring ecological health and compliance with environmental laws. The total funding available is $3,750,000, with a single award anticipated. Eligible applicants are limited to Federal and State agencies involved in wildlife conservation management. Key tasks include repairing the Flight Landing Strip, improving drainage, erosion control, and habitat enhancement. Applications must be submitted by April 24, 2024, with evaluations based on experience, technical approach, and cost. The successful proposal must demonstrate relevant experience and a comprehensive technical strategy while adhering to regulatory requirements. This funding opportunity reflects the government's commitment to maintaining sustainable military training practices and environmental stewardship in alignment with the Sikes Act and related regulations. Selected recipients will coordinate closely with the military to achieve project objectives within 18 months, adhering to specific safety and regulatory standards throughout the process.
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