FY25 NOAA Marine Debris Removal under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law DOC NOAA - ERA Production
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) within the Department of Commerce (DOC) is offering a competitive federal grant, titled the "FY25 NOAA Marine Debris Removal under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law."
The NOAA Marine Debris Program aims to support large marine debris removal projects that enhance the resilience of the coastal and marine environment. This program, authorized by the Marine Debris Act, seeks to mitigate the adverse impacts of marine debris in coastal habitats and waterways.
Eligible applicants include entities such as state, local, and Tribal governments, institutes of higher learning, non-profits, and commercial organizations with relevant expertise, located in the United States, its territories, or Freely Associated States. Applicants must complete mandatory registrations on SAM.gov, Grants.gov, and eRA Commons before submitting applications.
This opportunity requires a two-step application process. Interested parties must first submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on September 27, 2024, which will be reviewed competitively. If invited, applicants must then submit full proposals through Grants.gov and validated by eRA Commons by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on January 31, 2025.
NOAA has budgeted up to $47 million for this solicitation and expects to make 10 awards. The minimum and maximum federal requests are $1 million and $10 million, respectively, with typical funding requests ranging from $2 million to $6 million. The exact funding amounts and number of awards will be at NOAA's discretion.
Applications should focus on impactful, large-scale marine debris removal projects. NOAA will prioritize projects that benefit NOAA trust resources and coastal communities. Applicants proposing project renewals or supplements to previous NOAA projects are allowed but will be subject to competition and will not receive special consideration.
NOAA will not consider applications for non-coastal or inland areas, international waters, microplastics or microfibers projects, or those focused on developing new marine debris databases. Research and development proposals, and applications for activities eligible for removal under a Federal Disaster Declaration, are also ineligible.
For more information and to apply, interested parties should refer to the full Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and submit applications according to the specified deadlines and registration requirements.
Potential applicants with questions can contact Amanda Dwyer at amanda.dwyer@noaa.gov or 240-533-0402, or the NOAA MDP Grants Team at grants.marinedebris@noaa.gov.
NSF Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I Programs National Science Foundation
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering the Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I Programs grant. This grant provides non-dilutive funds for research and development (R&D) of unproven, leading-edge technology innovations that address societal challenges. The goal is to stimulate the creation of novel products, services, and solutions in the private sector, strengthen the role of small businesses in meeting federal R&D needs, and increase the commercial application of federally-supported research results.
The NSF SBIR/STTR programs fund a wide range of scientific and engineering disciplines and do not solicit specific technologies or procure goods and services from startups and small businesses. The funding provided is non-dilutive, meaning it does not require equity or ownership in the company. Any invention conceived or reduced to practice with the assistance of SBIR/STTR funding is subject to the Bayh-Dole Act.
The grant is open to firms qualifying as a small business concern, including socially and economically-disadvantaged and women-owned small businesses. Small businesses must be in compliance with the SBIR/STTR Policy Directive and the Code of Federal Regulations. For STTR proposals, a partner research institution must be included in the project.
To submit a proposal, potential proposers must obtain an official invitation by submitting a Project Pitch and receiving an official response from the cognizant Program Officer. The invitation is valid for two deadlines after the date of the initial official invitation.
The close date for this grant opportunity is September 4, 2024. The estimated total program funding is $85,000,000, with an award floor of $305,000. For more information and to access the application, visit the NSF Publication 24-579 at http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf24579.
Please note that compliance with certain regulations and prohibitions is required, including the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 and the Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Program.
Ocean Exploration Fiscal Year 2025 Funding Opportunity DOC NOAA - ERA Production
The Ocean Exploration Fiscal Year 2025 Funding Opportunity, posted by DOC NOAA - ERA Production, is a grant opportunity for U.S.-based institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, U.S. state, tribal, territory, and local governments, for-profit organizations, and federal agencies. The grant aims to support ocean exploration-related projects under two themes: Ocean Exploration and Maritime Heritage.
Under the Ocean Exploration theme, the grant seeks proposals that explore unknown or poorly known ocean areas, processes, or resources in waters deeper than 200 meters or in tropical mesophotic environments. Projects can involve mapping and characterizing ocean habitats, advancing ocean exploration through the use or development of novel technologies, and analyzing existing ocean exploration datasets or samples. The focus is on improving our understanding of the physical, chemical, and biological environments and processes in the deep oceanic water column and enhancing genetic libraries for species-level environmental DNA analysis.
Under the Maritime Heritage theme, the grant encourages proposals that explore significant maritime heritage resources to enhance our understanding of the past and inform decisions about management and preservation. Projects can be conducted at any water depth and may involve conflict archaeology, incorporation of Indigenous knowledge, or wide-area searches in poorly mapped maritime heritage areas. The use of innovative technology and methods for quantitative assessment of targets is also welcomed.
Applicants must complete and maintain registrations with SAM.gov, Grants.gov, and eRA Commons to be eligible for the grant. The registration process can take 4 to 6 weeks, so it is advised to start early. The deadline for pre-proposals is May 30, 2024, and the deadline for full proposals is October 3, 2024. The award ceiling is $1,000,000, and the award floor is $50,000.
For more information and inquiries, contact NOAA Ocean Exploration at (202) 603-6844 or oer.nofo2025@noaa.gov.
FY24 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Coastal Zone Management Habitat Protection and Restoration Competition DOC NOAA - ERA Production
The federal grant notice titled "FY24 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Coastal Zone Management Habitat Protection and Restoration Competition" is being offered by the DOC NOAA - ERA Production agency. This grant opportunity falls under the category of Science and Technology and other Research and Development. The grant is a discretionary type and does not require cost sharing or matching. The CFDA number associated with this grant is 11.473.
The purpose of this grant is to solicit proposals from eligible state and territory Coastal Zone Management Programs (CZM Programs) for coastal habitat restoration, coastal habitat restoration planning, engineering, and design, and coastal land conservation projects. These projects should align with the goals and intent of the Coastal Zone Management Act (CZMA), the Coastal and Estuarine Land Conservation Program (CELCP), and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Bipartisan Infrastructure Law).
The eligible applicants for this grant are any coastal state or territorial CZM Program that has been approved by NOAA pursuant to the Coastal Zone Management Act. The lead CZM Program agency will be responsible for ensuring that allocated funds are used for the purposes of and in a manner consistent with this program. Additionally, NOAA may make a grant directly to an identified eligible CZM Program partner in order to expedite the completion of an approved project.
The eligible CZM Program partners may include regional authorities, non-governmental organizations, institutions of higher education, and state, territorial, tribal, and county/local governments. Non-governmental organizations may serve as the lead applicant for habitat restoration projects or for habitat restoration engineering, design, and planning projects. However, they are not eligible to hold title to lands acquired with these funds.
All projects funded by this grant must be located on publicly-owned land or land where a public entity holds a lease or easement that provides for adequate public control of the property. The project application should also include a letter of support from the public entity who holds title or a legal interest in the project site.
The estimated total program funding for this grant is $44,600,000, and it is expected that approximately 25 awards will be made. The award ceiling is $6,000,000, while the award floor is $200,000. The grant proposals should focus on promoting equity and inclusion through community engagement, co-development, and partnership. Applicants are encouraged to propose projects with benefits to tribal, indigenous, and/or underserved communities and consider local or indigenous knowledge in project design, implementation, and evaluation.
The close date for this grant is January 9, 2025, and the last updated date is June 17, 2024. For any administrative or technical questions regarding this grant, interested parties can contact the Office for Coastal Management via email at ocm.czm.infrastructure@noaa.gov.
In summary, the DOC NOAA - ERA Production agency is offering a grant opportunity for coastal habitat restoration, planning, engineering, and design, as well as coastal land conservation projects. Eligible applicants include coastal state or territorial CZM Programs and their partners. The grant aims to support the goals and intent of relevant acts and laws. The total program funding is approximately $44.6 million, and awards ranging from $200,000 to $6,000,000 are anticipated. Applicants are encouraged to promote equity and
FY25 NOAA Marine Debris Interception Technologies under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law DOC NOAA - ERA Production
The U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking proposals for its Marine Debris Interception Technologies grant, with the aim of mitigating the impact of marine debris on coastal habitats and resources. This opportunity is open to eligible applicants across the country.
The focus of this grant is to support the implementation and monitoring of proven marine debris interception technologies, specifically those that benefit NOAA trust resources. The agency emphasizes the importance of projects that directly impact coastal areas and Great Lakes watersheds.
Eligible applicants include state, local, and Tribal governments, institutes of higher learning, nonprofits, and commercial organizations. Applications from federal agencies will not be considered, although eligible applicants can collaborate with federal entities. It's noteworthy that NOAA actively seeks diversity in applications and encourages veterans, minority institutions, and entities working in environmentally challenged communities to apply.
The scope of work for this opportunity involves carrying out marine debris removal projects, with a specific focus on the installation, assessment, and maintenance of interception technologies. Proven technologies that have successfully operated in similar environments are prioritized.
NOAA emphasizes that projects must directly benefit its trust resources and be situated within the United States, its territories, or Freely Associated States. Applications for research and development or deployment of unproven devices will not be successful.
Applicants should have relevant registrations in place (SAM.gov, Grants.gov, and eRA Commons) prior to submitting their proposals. The submission process involves an initial Letter of Intent, due in October 2024, followed by an invitation to submit a full proposal by February 2025.
The evaluation process will assess the extent to which projects align with the mission to benefit coastal habitats and NOAA trust resources. Proposals will be reviewed based on their potential impact, technical merit, and budget reasonableness.
For further information, applicants can contact Sarah Lowe or the NOAA MDP Grants Team via email or phone. Details are provided in the opportunity listing.
Overall, this grant opportunity demonstrates NOAA's commitment to protecting coastal ecosystems and mitigating marine debris, with a focus on practical, impactful projects.