Cooperative AgreementPostedDiscretionary

Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

Geological Survey
G26AS00093
Application Deadline
Apr 14, 2026
Closed
Days Remaining
0
Deadline passed
Award Ceiling
$40,000
Total Program Funding
$40,000

Grant Opportunity Analysis

The Geological Survey is offering a cooperative agreement opportunity for a partner affiliated with the Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) to conduct research on snowmelt timing and trends in relation to wet slab avalanche occurrences. The selected partner will investigate snowmelt patterns across various elevations and wildfire disturbance areas, utilizing advanced modeling tools and empirical data to analyze historical and future trends. This research is crucial for understanding ecological impacts and enhancing safety measures in avalanche-prone regions. The funding amount for this opportunity is capped at $40,000, with a minimum award of $1, and applications must be submitted electronically by April 14, 2026. For further inquiries, interested applicants can contact Rachel Miller at rachelmiller@usgs.gov.

Eligible Applicants

Others
Additional Eligibility Information

This financial assistance opportunity is being issued under a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program. CESU"s are partnerships that provide research, technical assistance, and education. Eligible recipients must be a participating partner of the Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU).

Grant Documents

5 Files
C. Program announcement G26AS00093.docx
Word50 KBMar 14, 2026
AI Summary
The “Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form” provides essential guidelines for individuals designated as senior/key personnel on federally funded research projects. The form, updated November 1, 2023, is crucial for assessing potential conflicts of commitment, scientific overlap, and budgetary duplication. It mandates disclosure of all proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions valued at $5,000 or more that require time commitment. Special emphasis is placed on reporting consulting activities involving research or those that could impact funding or scientific integrity, as well as any support from foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs. The form requires detailed information on identifying particulars, project specifics (title, status, source, dates, amounts, time commitment, objectives, and potential overlap), and in-kind contributions (status, receipt date, source, summary, time commitment, value, objectives, and potential overlap). Individuals must certify the accuracy of their disclosures and confirm non-participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. Misrepresentation can lead to severe penalties. The document also includes privacy act and burden statements, outlining data usage and reporting requirements.
ATTACHMENT A - Biographical-sketch-common-form-doi-omb-3145-0279 3.pdf
PDF216 KBMar 14, 2026
AI Summary
The Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form, updated November 1, 2023, outlines disclosure requirements for senior/key personnel on Federally funded research projects. Its purpose is to assess potential conflicts of commitment, scientific overlap, and budgetary duplication. Individuals must disclose all proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions valued at $5000 or more, detailing aspects like title, status (current/pending), source, performance location, dates, total amount, person-months, objectives, and potential overlaps. Specific guidelines address consulting activities and participation in foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs, prohibiting involvement in malign programs. The form emphasizes excluding personal information and requires certification of accuracy and non-participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. Misrepresentations can lead to prosecution. This document helps agencies determine an individual's capacity to conduct research and identify any potential issues that could impact funding or scientific integrity.
ATTACHMENT B - Common-form current-and-pending-support-doi-omb-3145-0279 3.pdf
PDF199 KBMar 14, 2026
AI Summary
The “CURRENT AND PENDING (OTHER) SUPPORT COMMON FORM” is a federal document issued on November 1, 2023 (OMB Number: 3145-0279, Expiration Date: 10/31/2026) that outlines the disclosure requirements for senior/key personnel on Federally funded research projects. Its purpose is to assess potential conflicts of commitment, scientific overlap, and budgetary duplication. Individuals must disclose all current and pending proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions (valued at $5000 or more with time commitment), including consulting activities under specific conditions and any support from foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs. The form requires detailed identifying information, project specifics (title, status, source, dates, amount, person-months, objectives, potential overlap), and certifications against malign foreign talent recruitment programs. Individuals are explicitly warned not to submit personal information. Failure to provide complete information may reduce the possibility of receiving an award.
ATTACHMENT C - Project Abstract Summary Requirement.docx
Word13 KBMar 14, 2026
AI Summary
The Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form, updated November 1, 2023, outlines disclosure requirements for senior/key personnel on Federally funded research projects. Its purpose is to assess capacity, identify conflicts of commitment, and prevent scientific and budgetary overlap. Individuals must provide separate submissions for each proposal, active project, and in-kind contribution (valued at $5000 or more with time commitment). The form mandates disclosure of consulting activities involving research, potential impact on funding/time, or requiring confidentiality. It also requires reporting of support from foreign governments or talent recruitment programs, explicitly prohibiting participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. Personal information should not be submitted. The document details required information for both proposals/active projects and in-kind contributions, including identifying information, project specifics, and potential overlaps. Certification confirms the accuracy of information and non-participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. Failure to provide complete information may impact award possibilities.
ATTACHMENT D - Geospatial Data Instructions.docx
Word15 KBMar 14, 2026
AI Summary
The "CURRENT AND PENDING (OTHER) SUPPORT COMMON FORM" outlines disclosure requirements for senior/key personnel on federally funded research projects. Its purpose is to assess potential conflicts of commitment, scientific overlap, and budgetary duplication. Individuals must report all current and pending proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions valued at $5000 or more that require time commitment. This includes consulting activities that involve research, impact funding, or conceal financial ties, as well as participation in foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs. The form requires detailed information on funding sources, project objectives, time commitments, and potential overlaps. A certification confirms the accuracy and completeness of the disclosed information, and individuals must affirm they are not involved in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. The document explicitly prohibits the submission of personal information and provides instructions on format and submission guidelines, emphasizing that failure to provide complete information may reduce the possibility of receiving an award.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Opportunity PostedMar 12, 2026
deadlineApplication DeadlineApr 14, 2026

Funding Details

Award Ceiling
$40,000
Award Floor
$1
Est. Total Program Funding
$40,000
Expected Awards
1
No cost sharing required

Agency & Classification

Agency
Geological Survey(DOI-USGS1)
Funding Category
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Funding Instrument
Cooperative Agreement

Grantor Contact

CFDA Numbers

15.808

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