FY25 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Idaho (ID) Wildlife Program
ID: 357315Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Land Management (DOI-BLM)

Award Range

$10K - $125K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357315
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FY25 IIJA/IRA Idaho Wildlife Program, with a total funding pool of $750,000 aimed at supporting wildlife habitat restoration and conservation projects. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, state and local governments, tribes, and nonprofits, with awards ranging from $10,000 to $125,000. This program is critical for addressing climate change impacts, protecting wildlife habitats, and engaging communities in conservation efforts, aligning with federal priorities for ecosystem restoration. Applications must be submitted electronically by February 3, 2025, and interested parties can contact Kayla Blades at kblades@blm.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    kblades@blm.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    _FOA.pdf
    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for its Idaho Wildlife Program under FY25 IIJA/IRA, with a total funding of $750,000 aimed at supporting wildlife habitat restoration and conservation projects. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, tribes, nonprofits, and educational institutions, with awards ranging from $10,000 to $125,000. This program seeks to address climate change impacts, wildlife habitat protection, and community engagement. Key goals involve maintaining and restoring functional wildlife habitats, supporting state wildlife objectives, and leveraging scientific data for project decision-making. Applications must comply with submission guidelines through Grants.gov and are due by February 3, 2025. The proposal review process includes eligibility and merit assessments based on need, technical approach, public benefit, and applicant qualifications. Successful projects will collaborate closely with the BLM and align with federal priorities related to ecosystem restoration. Post-award, recipients must adhere to specific reporting and compliance requirements, including financial accountability and conflict of interest disclosures. This funding opportunity emphasizes sustainable wildlife conservation and community involvement while ensuring adherence to federal laws and standards.
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    Application.pdf
    The United States Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has outlined a non-mandatory checklist for applicants seeking federal assistance in various projects. This checklist serves as a guide to ensure application packages are complete prior to submission. Key components include the SF-424 application, budget information, assurances, project abstracts detailing objectives, activities, and beneficiaries, as well as a project proposal with specified formatting requirements. Additionally, applicants must disclose potential conflicts of interest, provide audit reports, and address indirect cost rate agreements based on their organization type. Overlap or duplication statements are also required to clarify the uniqueness of proposals. For research projects, specific documentation such as biographical sketches and current support forms must be included. This document is crucial for entities preparing proposals for federal grants or funds, ensuring compliance with BLM requirements and aiding in the efficient evaluation of submissions.
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    FY25.pdf
    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Idaho State Office is providing assistance for Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) through virtual office hours on specified dates. These sessions, held via Teams, aim to clarify organization and proposal eligibility, and guide applicants on completing necessary paperwork. However, due to the regulations stated in 2 CFR 1402.204, BLM officials cannot discuss the specific merits of individual applications or detail project preferences for funding. For further inquiries, applicants can reach out to Kayla Blades, Grants Management Officer, or Gabe Abbe, the Pathways Intern, for technical support related to accessing the Teams link. This initiative reflects BLM's commitment to fair competition and transparency in the grant process for stakeholders involved in federal and state/local RFPs.
    Map.pdf
    The document presents a Surface Management Responsibility map for Idaho, which illustrates the boundaries of various Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and other federal land management offices across the state. The map identifies the agency responsible for managing each area, serving as a general reference for land management responsibilities. It includes critical landmarks such as cities, rivers, and interstate highways, with a scale of 1:3,000,000. The map is intended to inform stakeholders about land management jurisdiction, although it emphasizes that the data may lack accuracy and reliability, warranting cautious use. Notably, the information regarding surface management agencies is current as of December 2018. The purpose of this document aligns with government needs for clear federal, state, and local land management boundaries, which is essential for potential RFPs and grants related to land use and resources in Idaho.
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