2025 Sea Scallop Research Set Aside Program
ID: 355769Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOC NOAA - ERA Production (DOC-DOCNOAAERA)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

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/355769
Timeline
    Description

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is soliciting proposals for the 2025 Sea Scallop Research Set Aside (RSA) Program, aimed at enhancing the understanding and management of the Atlantic sea scallop fishery. This competitive grant opportunity does not provide direct federal funding; instead, successful applicants will receive scallop RSA quota, which they can sell to finance their research projects. The program prioritizes research on scallop resource surveys, biology, gear efficiency, bycatch reduction, and the environmental impacts of offshore wind energy, while encouraging participation from minority-serving institutions and the fishing community. Proposals are due by September 30, 2024, and interested applicants should contact Ryan Silva at ryan.silva@noaa.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    ryan.silva@noaa.gov
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    Foa_Content_of_NOAA-NMFS-GARFO-2025-27203
    Foa_Content_of_NOAA-NMFS-GARFO-2025-27203.pdf
    The NOAA's 2025 Sea Scallop Research Set-Aside Program aims to fund research initiatives that enhance the understanding and management of the Atlantic sea scallop fishery. This competitive funding opportunity, with no direct federal monetary support, will award scallop RSA quota to successful applicants who can generate proceeds from selling this quota to fund their projects. Proposals are requested by September 30, 2024, with research priorities focusing on scallop resource surveys and studies related to scallop biology, gear efficiency, bycatch reduction, and environmental impacts of offshore wind energy. Eligible applicants include various institutions, non-profits, and individuals, with an emphasis on including minority-serving institutions and fishing communities in the projects. Each application must include detailed budgets, project narratives, and compliance with federal registration requirements. The selection process will evaluate the technical merit, relevance to program goals, and outreach effectiveness. Successful applicants are expected to report semi-annually on project progress. This initiative demonstrates NOAA's commitment to sustainable fisheries management while supporting scientific collaboration in the scallop fishing community.
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