WESTERN MOJAVE ENCROACHMENT SOLUTIONS PROJECT FOR THE MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA
ID: 358621Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Naval Facilities Engineering Command Southwest (DOD-ONR-FAC-N62473)

Award Range

$0 - $9M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Earmark

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358621
Timeline
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    Forecast Posted Not available
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    Forecast Due Not available
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    Posted Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due May 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Naval Facilities Engineering Command Southwest is offering a cooperative agreement for the Western Mojave Encroachment Solutions Project, aimed at enhancing environmental resilience in the Mojave Desert Sentinel Landscape, particularly at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) in Twentynine Palms, California. The project focuses on addressing the impacts of drought, fire, and flooding while supporting the conservation of the endangered Agassiz’s desert tortoise through collaboration with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. With an estimated funding amount of $9 million available, the initiative seeks to improve watershed health, enhance habitat, and ensure operational security for military training, with applications due by May 2, 2025. Interested parties can contact Kevin Magennis at kevin.e.magennis.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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FY25.pdf
Apr 5, 2025, 11:04 AM UTC
The Western Mojave Encroachment Solutions Project aims to establish a cooperative agreement between the Department of Defense (DoD) and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) for landscape resilience and desert tortoise conservation in the Mojave Desert Sentinel Landscape. The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) in Twentynine Palms, California, will serve as the primary site, focusing on mitigating drought, fire, and flooding impacts while supporting endangered species recovery efforts. The project encompasses a 60-month period of performance, with planned funding allocations exceeding $8.9 million to support various resilience activities, recovery actions, and monitoring efforts. Key objectives include improving watershed health, enhancing habitat, and ensuring operational security for military training installations. Roles and responsibilities are clearly outlined for the Recipient, including adherence to safety and insurance requirements, with provisions for government oversight throughout the project. The document emphasizes partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and outlines detailed compliance requirements, including environmental laws, reporting obligations, and public affairs protocols to ensure transparent and effective project implementation. This initiative reflects the DoD's commitment to sustainable practices while accommodating military operational needs.
N624732520002.pdf
Apr 5, 2025, 11:04 AM UTC
The Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Southwest (NAVFAC SW) has announced a funding opportunity for a cooperative agreement focused on environmental resilience in the Mojave Desert Sentinel Landscape. Estimated funding of $9 million is available to develop solutions addressing the challenges of drought, fire, and flooding that impact military training and conservation efforts. The initiative particularly targets the preservation of the endangered Agassiz’s desert tortoise through partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). Eligible applicants are primarily the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, and cost-sharing is not required. The application is due by May 2, 2025, with awards expected to be made shortly thereafter. The project aims to enhance ecosystem resilience and protect sensitive species while allowing for military training conducted at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in California. Successful applicants must demonstrate expertise in wildlife conservation, project management, and innovative approaches to environmental challenges while adhering to a structured application process outlined in the announcement.
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