The State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The U.S. Geological Survey is seeking cooperative agreement proposals under the State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program to support STATEMAP, which develops the geologic framework and new 2D and 3D map databases needed for State and national mapping priorities. The work centers on planning and carrying out geologic mapping activities and preparing detailed project budgets that cover personnel, travel, supplies, contracts or subawards, drilling, sample analytics, map digitization, direct costs, and indirect costs. Eligibility is limited to State Geological Surveys, which must have an active State Mapping Advisory Committee and commit to a 1:1 match of total direct costs, with indirect costs capped at 18 percent; previously funded surveys must also remain current on required deliverables. Applications are due electronically by May 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET, with awards available up to $800,000 and program contact Amber Brazil at abrazil@usgs.gov.
Eligible Applicants
STATEMAP eligibility is limited to State Geological Surveys pursuant to the National Geologic Mapping Act. For State Geological Surveys that are organized within a State university system, those universities may submit a proposal on behalf of the State Geological Surveys.To qualify for STATEMAP funding, a State Geological Survey must have a State Mapping Advisory Committee (or equivalent) that meets at least annually. This committee shall advise the State Geological Survey on geologic mapping priorities within the State.State Geological Surveys must commit to match 1:1 of the total direct costs and may request no more than 18% of Federal indirect costs.To qualify for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 STATEMAP funding, a State Geological Survey previously funded under STATEMAP must follow requirements specified in previous STATEMAP Program Announcements and awards and must have no delinquent deliverables.Failure to meet previous award requirements will be grounds for ineligibility or penalty in the review process; see Attachment H, Section E.1, DOI Financial Assistance Award General Terms and Conditions, (reference to 2 CFR 200.339 through 200.343 "Remedies for Noncompliance").