Cooperative Agreement for CESU-affiliated Partner with Colorado Plateau Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit
ID: 356966Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Geological Survey (DOI-USGS1)

Award Range

$0 - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356966
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a funding opportunity through a Cooperative Agreement for a CESU-affiliated partner to conduct research on camera-based water monitoring technology. The objective is to develop a coordinated system of hardware and software that addresses the unmet needs of the water monitoring community, as no commercial solutions currently exist that fulfill these requirements. This initiative is crucial for implementing innovative monitoring technologies across a national network, enhancing the effectiveness of water resource management. The total estimated funding for this program is $250,000, with no cost-sharing requirement, and applications must be submitted electronically by December 4, 2024. For further inquiries, interested applicants can contact Faith Graves at fgraves@usgs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    fgraves@usgs.gov
    Files
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    The "Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form" outlines procedures for individuals participating in federally funded research projects to disclose their existing and prospective financial support. This information is critical for evaluating potential conflicts of commitment that could affect research capabilities and assesses overlap with proposed projects. Each senior/key person must submit separate disclosures for each proposal and active project, including consulting activities that could influence their work. The document mandates the disclosure of participation in foreign government-sponsored programs and prohibits involvement in malign recruitment initiatives. It specifies the required fields to report proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions valued at $5,000 or more, asserting that personal information should not be included. The form also outlines certifications regarding the accuracy of the submitted information and penalties for misrepresentation. Overall, the guidance serves to maintain transparency and integrity in federal research funding, ensuring that potential conflicts are duly reported and managed.
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