FY 25 MARFIN
ID: 356803Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOC NOAA - ERA Production (DOC-DOCNOAAERA)

Award Range

$175K - $525K

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

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356803
Timeline
    Description

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is offering a funding opportunity under the Marine Fisheries Initiative Program (MARFIN) for research projects aimed at optimizing U.S. marine fishery resources, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico and Southeastern U.S. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, individuals, and state, local, and Indian tribal governments, with no cost-sharing requirement. This initiative is crucial for enhancing sustainable fisheries management and conservation, addressing both ecological and economic aspects of marine resources. Proposals can request funding between $175,000 and $525,000, with a submission deadline of December 31, 2024. Interested parties can reach out to Kelly Donnelly at kelly.donnelly@noaa.gov for further inquiries regarding the application process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    kelly.donnelly@noaa.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Foa_Content_of_NOAA-NMFS-SE-2025-28271.pdf
    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) offers a funding opportunity under the Marine Fisheries Initiative Program (MARFIN) for research aimed at optimizing U.S. marine fishery resources in the Gulf of Mexico and the Southeastern U.S. Applicants such as nonprofits, educational institutions, and state governments are eligible, with no cost-sharing requirement. Proposals must align with program priorities, including economic assessments, ecosystem evaluations, and fisheries management strategies. Funding ranges from $175,000 for one-year projects to $525,000 for three-year projects, with a submission deadline of December 31, 2024. Applications must be submitted via Grants.gov, with strict registration and formatting requirements detailed in the announcement. Evaluation criteria include relevance to NMFS goals, technical merit, applicant qualifications, budget realism, and data management plans. The review process involves initial screenings, technical reviews by subject matter experts, and potential further evaluation by a MARFIN Panel. NOAA emphasizes that funding is contingent upon appropriated congressional support, underscoring the importance of timely applications that meet all outlined requirements. This funding opportunity aims to enhance sustainable fisheries management and conservation across the relevant regions, bolstering both ecological and economic dimensions of marine resources.
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