Cooperative AgreementPostedDiscretionary

Earth Mapping Resources Initiative (Earth MRI) Mine Waste Cooperative Agreements FY2026

Geological Survey
G26AS00102
Application Deadline
May 4, 2026
Closed
Days Remaining
0
Deadline passed
Award Ceiling
$356,000
Total Program Funding
$5,000,000

Grant Opportunity Analysis

The Geological Survey’s Earth Mapping Resources Initiative is seeking cooperative agreements to support State geological survey mine waste activities under CFDA 15.073. The program funds mine waste inventory and characterization data compilation and acquisition, along with sampling and mapping work that supports ongoing Earth MRI efforts, and it also allows requests for travel funds to the 2026 Earth MRI workshop. Eligible applicants are limited to State geological surveys, with a university allowed to apply on behalf of a survey only when the survey is organized under a state university system, and surveys overdue on prior Earth MRI deliverables or progress reports may not be considered. Projects may run up to 24 months, with the earliest start date after USGS receives FY2026 BIL funding or July 15, 2026, whichever is later, and the latest start date is September 30, 2026; all deliverables are due 90 days after the end of the performance period. Proposals are due May 4, 2026, with approximately $5 million available, an award ceiling of $356,000, and about 14 awards expected.

Eligible Applicants

State Governments
Additional Eligibility Information

Only State geological surveys are eligible to apply to this Notice of Funding Opportunity under the – Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law: 117-58, Sec. 40201). A university may submit a proposal on behalf of a State geological survey if the State geological survey is organized under a state university system. If a State geological survey is overdue on deliverables or progress reports on ANY previous or ongoing Earth MRI-funded agreements at the time of proposal submission, proposal may not be considered for funding.

Grant Documents

10 Files
Attachment E_DroneGuidance.pdf
PDF101 KBMar 31, 2026
AI Summary
The “CURRENT AND PENDING (OTHER) SUPPORT COMMON FORM” (OMB Number: 3145-0279) provides guidelines for disclosing current and pending support for senior/key personnel on Federally funded research projects. This form helps assess potential conflicts of commitment, scientific overlap, and budgetary duplication. Individuals must submit separate disclosures for each proposal, active project, and in-kind contribution. Key information required includes identifying details, organization, project titles, funding sources, performance locations, dates, total amounts, person-months devoted, overall objectives, and potential overlaps. Consulting activities and foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs must be disclosed under specific conditions. In-kind contributions exceeding $5000 and requiring time commitment also necessitate detailed reporting. The document defines various terms like
Attachment F - Biographical Sketch Form.pdf
PDF2985 KBMar 31, 2026
AI Summary
The Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form (OMB Number: 3145-0279) provides instructions for disclosing research support, including proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions for senior/key personnel on Federally funded research projects. The form, effective November 1, 2023, is crucial for assessing capacity, identifying conflicts of commitment or interest, and preventing scientific/budgetary overlap. Individuals must provide detailed information on all support sources, foreign and domestic, and convert foreign currency to USD. Special emphasis is placed on disclosing consulting activities and participation in foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs, with a strict prohibition against malign foreign talent recruitment programs. The document outlines specific disclosure requirements for proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions valued at $5000 or more, including project titles, funding sources, time commitments, and potential overlaps. Senior/key personnel must certify the accuracy and completeness of their disclosures and affirm non-participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. The form also defines key terms such as "current and pending (other) support," "foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment program," and "malign foreign talent recruitment program," emphasizing research security and integrity. Personal information is explicitly excluded to ensure privacy and relevance.
Attachment Figures 1 and 2.pdf
PDF1073 KBMar 31, 2026
AI Summary
The “CURRENT AND PENDING (OTHER) SUPPORT COMMON FORM” (OMB Number: 3145-0279) outlines disclosure requirements for senior/key personnel on Federally funded research projects. It mandates reporting of all current and pending support, including proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions valued at $5000 or more that require time commitments. The form aims to assess capacity, identify conflicts of commitment, and prevent scientific/budgetary overlap. It emphasizes disclosure of foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs and prohibits participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. The document details specific information required for each type of support, such as titles, funding sources, project dates, financial amounts, and person-months devoted. It also includes a certification statement affirming accuracy and compliance, with penalties for misrepresentations. The privacy act and burden statement clarify data usage and collection authority. An appendix defines key terms like “current and pending (other) support,” “conflict of commitment,” and “malign foreign talent recruitment program.”
Attachment G - Current and Pending Common Form.pdf
PDF3556 KBMar 31, 2026
AI Summary
The document outlines the
Attachment A_summary.pdf
PDF130 KBMar 31, 2026
AI Summary
The document outlines the
Attachment B_budget_sheets.pdf
PDF215 KBMar 31, 2026
AI Summary
The “Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form” (OMB Number: 3145-0279) is a crucial disclosure document for senior/key personnel on Federally funded research projects. Effective November 1, 2023, it ensures transparency regarding an individual's research commitments, capacities, and potential conflicts of interest or commitment, including any scientific or budgetary overlap. The form requires disclosure of all proposals, active projects (foreign and domestic), and in-kind contributions valued at $5,000 or more that demand an individual's time. It specifically mandates reporting consulting activities involving research, those impacting funding or scientific integrity, or contracts requiring concealment of financial ties. Individuals must also disclose participation in foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs and are prohibited from malign foreign talent recruitment programs. Personal information is strictly excluded. The form details required identifying information, project specifics (title, status, source, dates, funding, effort, objectives, and overlap statements), and in-kind contribution details. Certification of accuracy is mandatory, and misrepresentation carries legal consequences. The document emphasizes research security and integrity, defining key terms such as current and pending support, malign foreign talent recruitment programs, and conflicts of commitment and interest.
Attachment C_DMP.pdf
PDF2985 KBMar 31, 2026
AI Summary
The “Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form” (OMB Number: 3145-0279, Expiration Date: 10/31/2026) outlines requirements for disclosing financial and in-kind support for Federally funded research projects. This form is crucial for assessing potential conflicts of commitment, scientific overlap, and budgetary duplication. Senior/key personnel must provide detailed information on all proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions, including foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs. The document defines key terms like “malign foreign talent recruitment program” and specifies what information must be disclosed or excluded. It emphasizes avoiding personal details and includes certifications regarding accuracy and compliance. The collection of this information is authorized under the National Science Foundation Act of 1950, aiming to ensure research integrity and national security. Individuals are prohibited from participating in malign foreign talent recruitment programs.
Attachment D - EMRI Mine Waste Terms & Conditions.pdf
PDF373 KBMar 31, 2026
AI Summary
The Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form (OMB Number: 3145-0279) provides instructions for disclosing current and pending research support for senior/key personnel on Federally funded projects. This form, effective November 1, 2023, is crucial for assessing capacity, identifying conflicts of commitment, and preventing scientific and budgetary overlap. Disclosures cover proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions valued at $5,000 or more that require time commitment. Consulting activities must be disclosed under specific conditions, and participation in foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs is prohibited if it is a malign program. Individuals must not submit personal information. Required fields include identifying information, project titles, status, funding sources, performance locations, dates, anticipated amounts, person-months, objectives, and potential overlaps. All senior/key personnel must certify the accuracy and completeness of the information, affirming they are not involved in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. Non-compliance may lead to prosecution. The document also provides definitions for key terms like "malign foreign talent recruitment program," "current and pending (other) support," and "research security."
Attachment H_USGS_EMRI_Protocols_sir20255068.pdf
PDF1796 KBMar 31, 2026
AI Summary
The “CURRENT AND PENDING (OTHER) SUPPORT COMMON FORM” (OMB Number: 3145-0279) outlines disclosure requirements for individuals involved in Federally funded research projects. It aims to assess capacity, identify conflicts of commitment, and prevent scientific and budgetary overlap. Senior/key personnel must submit information on all current and pending proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions exceeding $5,000 that require a time commitment. This includes details like project titles, funding sources, performance locations, dates, monetary amounts, and person-months devoted. Specific attention is given to disclosing consulting activities and any direct or indirect support from foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs. The form explicitly prohibits participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. It also provides definitions for key terms and reminds individuals not to submit personal information. All disclosures must be current, accurate, and complete, with certifications against participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. Misrepresentations can lead to prosecution.
Final 2026 EMRI Mine Waste NOFO G26AS00102.pdf
PDF356 KBMar 31, 2026
AI Summary
The Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form (OMB Number: 3145-0279) outlines disclosure requirements for senior/key personnel on Federally funded research projects. It aims to assess capacity, identify conflicts of commitment or interest, and prevent scientific/budgetary overlap. Individuals must disclose all current and pending support, including proposals, active projects, and in-kind contributions valued at $5000 or more, irrespective of source (foreign or domestic). Specific attention is given to consulting activities and participation in foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs, which are strictly prohibited if malign. The form requires detailed information such as project titles, funding sources, performance locations, start/end dates, total amounts, person-months devoted, objectives, and potential overlaps. Personal information is explicitly excluded. A certification against malign foreign talent recruitment programs and accuracy of disclosures is mandatory. The document also includes an appendix with definitions for key terms like "current and pending (other) support," "conflict of commitment," and "malign foreign talent recruitment program."

Related Grant Opportunities

Project Timeline

postedOriginal Opportunity PostedMar 27, 2026
deadlineApplication DeadlineMay 4, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 4, 2026

Funding Details

Award Ceiling
$356,000
Award Floor
$3,000
Est. Total Program Funding
$5,000,000
Expected Awards
14
No cost sharing required

Agency & Classification

Agency
Geological Survey(DOI-USGS1)
Funding Category
Natural Resources
Funding Instrument
Cooperative Agreement

Grantor Contact

CFDA Numbers

15.073

Official Sources