Natural Resources Support Gambels Watercress, Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB)
ID: 352867Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Fort Worth District (DOD-COE-FW)

Award Range

$24K - $45K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352867
Timeline
    Description

    The Fort Worth District of the Department of Defense is inviting Statements of Interest for a natural resources support project focused on Gambel's Watercress at Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB). This initiative, part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) program, aims to engage eligible organizations in conducting field surveys and managing natural resources, with an emphasis on compliance with environmental laws, particularly the Sikes Act. Approximately $23,511 in base funding is available for an 18-month project, with potential for additional funding for follow-on work, and interested parties must submit their qualifications by 12:00 P.M. Central Time on April 8, 2024, to the designated contacts, Sandy Justman and David Leptien.

    Files
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    B01-RSOI Package W9126G-24-2-SOI-2053 5Mar24.pdf
    B01-RSOI.pdf
    The Department of the Army, Fort Worth District, Corps of Engineers, has issued a Request for Statement of Interest (RFSOI) for a natural resources support project concerning Gambel's Watercress at Vandenberg Space Force Base. This initiative, part of a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) program, invites eligible organizations from specified regions to apply for approximately $23,511 in base funding for an 18-month project, with possible additional funding for follow-on work. Key project activities include conducting field surveys, natural resource management, and collaborating with the Air Force Civil Engineer Center. Applicants must demonstrate their qualifications, including relevant past experience and staff capabilities. The project emphasizes compliance with environmental laws, specifically regarding endangered species, under the Sikes Act. Substantial government involvement will guide the project's direction, focusing on biodiversity and habitat management. Selected recipients will submit progress reports and final technical documentation to ensure accountability and transparency. This project exemplifies the federal government’s commitment to environmental conservation while engaging academic and non-federal partners in ecological research and management.
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