FY24 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law National Estuarine Research Reserve System Habitat Protection and Restoration Competition
ID: 355005Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOC NOAA - ERA Production (DOC-DOCNOAAERA)

Award Range

$200K - $4M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355005
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    Description

    The Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is inviting proposals for the FY24 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law National Estuarine Research Reserve System Habitat Protection and Restoration Competition. This initiative aims to enhance coastal resilience through habitat restoration, land conservation, and planning projects that align with the Coastal Zone Management Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, with a total funding pool of approximately $13.5 million. Eligible applicants include National Estuarine Research Reserves (NERRs) and approved partners, with funding awards ranging from $200,000 to $4 million depending on the project type. Interested parties must submit a Letter of Intent by August 15, 2024, with full proposals due by January 9, 2025; for further inquiries, contact the Office for Coastal Management at ocm.nerrs.infrastructure@noaa.gov.

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    Foa_Content_of_NOAA-NOS-OCM-2024-27098.pdf
    The NOAA Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites proposals for the FY24 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law National Estuarine Research Reserve System Habitat Protection and Restoration Competition. With approximately $13.5 million in funding, the initiative seeks to enhance coastal resilience through habitat restoration, land conservation, and planning projects aligned with the Coastal Zone Management Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Eligible applicants include National Estuarine Research Reserves (NERRs) and approved partners, with awards ranging from $200,000 to $4 million based on project type. A Letter of Intent is required by August 15, 2024, with invited full proposals due by January 9, 2025. NOAA emphasizes the importance of equity and inclusion, encouraging projects benefiting underserved communities. Priority will be given to "shovel-ready" projects with measurable ecological impacts and designs that consider climate resilience. The evaluation criteria will prioritize geographic distribution and alignment with NOAA's goals, promoting significant habitat and ecosystem service improvements. The file details eligibility requirements, funding conditions, and application procedures to support successful candidate submissions.
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