FY 2024 – 2026 - Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Announcement Type: Initial
ID: 356127Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOC NOAA - ERA Production (DOC-DOCNOAAERA)

Award Range

$0 - $0

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
Timeline
    Description

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is inviting applications for the FY 2024 – 2026 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), aimed at supporting research, education, outreach, and innovative projects that align with NOAA's strategic goals. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, nonprofits, commercial organizations, state and local governments, and tribal entities, while federal organizations must follow a separate process for funding. This opportunity is crucial for advancing NOAA's mission in sustainable resource management and ecological improvement, with applications accepted on a rolling basis until September 30, 2026. Interested parties can reach out to Joel Perlroth at joel.l.perlroth@noaa.gov for further information regarding the application process and requirements.

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    The NOAA Grants Management Division's Budget Narrative Guidance outlines requirements for applicants submitting for federal grants, emphasizing the need for detailed budget narratives to justify expenditures. Applicants must adhere to the SF-424A and SF-424C forms, ensuring that all cost categories align with stated dollar amounts. Expenditures must be reasonable, allowable, allocable, and necessary, following 2 CFR §200 regulations. The guidance specifies how to detail personnel costs, fringe benefits, travel expenses, equipment, supplies, contractual obligations, and other costs, mandating justifications related to project objectives. Notably, grant applicants must separate direct and indirect costs, providing a negotiated indirect cost rate agreement if applicable. Cost-sharing and matching funds must be documented with equal rigor, reflecting the same detail as federal contributions. The comprehensive framework aims to ensure clarity and accountability in federal funding allocations, enabling proper project execution while maintaining compliance with federal regulations. This guidance underscores the emphasis on thorough planning and justification in securing federal grants for a variety of program objectives.
    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) concerning the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for the FY 2024 – 2026 period. This funding opportunity aims to facilitate research, education, outreach, and innovative projects aligned with NOAA's strategic goals. Applications will be accepted until September 30, 2026, on a rolling basis, and funding is dependent on the availability of appropriations. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, nonprofits, commercial entities, state and local governments, and tribal organizations, while federal organizations must follow a different process. Applicants must submit detailed project proposals through Grants.gov, including guidelines on project objectives, methodologies, and budgets. Evaluation criteria include the relevance of the project to NOAA’s mission, technical merit, qualifications of the applicants, realistic budgeting, and outreach strategies. The document also outlines administrative requirements, compliance with federal regulations, and expectations regarding data sharing and environmental impact assessments following NEPA regulations. It stresses the importance of maintaining scientific integrity and accountability during project execution while encouraging participation from Minority Serving Institutions. The funding announcement emphasizes NOAA’s commitment to supporting projects for sustainable management of natural resources and the betterment of ecological systems.
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