Natural Resource Management - Lane County Youth Services
ID: 358692Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

USACE Portland District (DOD-COE-PORT)

Award Range

$75K - $145K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358692
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Portland District is offering a cooperative agreement for natural resource management aimed at providing education and training for adjudicated youth in Lane County, Oregon. This initiative focuses on land stewardship and ecological restoration on USACE-managed lands, specifically targeting habitat restoration, vegetation management, and educational activities that enhance environmental stewardship while equipping participants with job readiness skills. The total funding available for this program is $175,000, with an award ceiling of $145,000 and a floor of $75,000, and the application process requires submission via Grants.gov or email by April 22, 2025. Interested applicants, including non-Federal public or non-profit entities and conservation corps organizations, can contact Grants Officer Melanie A. Barrett at melanie.a.barrett@usace.army.mil or by phone at 503-808-4617 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Melanie A Barrett Grants Officer
    (503) 808-4617
    melanie.a.barrett@usace.army.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Attachment.bin
    The document outlines key certification requirements for organizations applying for federal grants and contracts, specifically under document W9127N-25-2-0002. By checking "I Agree" on specific application forms, applicants certify their compliance with the law, affirming that information provided is true and complete and acknowledging accountability for any false claims. The file emphasizes a commitment to reporting fraud, waste, or abuse, without any employee restrictions. Furthermore, it references the Pro Children Act of 1994, which mandates smoke-free environments in facilities funded by federal programs that provide services to children under 18. Non-compliance could lead to significant penalties. The applicant must ensure that this certification and its requirements are upheld in any subawards connected to children's services. The overall purpose is to ensure compliance with federal regulations and the assurance of safety and integrity in settings supported by federal funding.
    Attachment.pdf
    The document outlines key certification requirements for organizations applying for federal grants and contracts, specifically under document W9127N-25-2-0002. By checking "I Agree" on specific application forms, applicants certify their compliance with the law, affirming that information provided is true and complete and acknowledging accountability for any false claims. The file emphasizes a commitment to reporting fraud, waste, or abuse, without any employee restrictions. Furthermore, it references the Pro Children Act of 1994, which mandates smoke-free environments in facilities funded by federal programs that provide services to children under 18. Non-compliance could lead to significant penalties. The applicant must ensure that this certification and its requirements are upheld in any subawards connected to children's services. The overall purpose is to ensure compliance with federal regulations and the assurance of safety and integrity in settings supported by federal funding.
    FOA.bin
    W9127N2520002.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Portland District announces a funding opportunity for a cooperative agreement aimed at providing education and training in natural resource management for adjudicated youth in Lane County, Oregon. The $175,000 initiative will focus on land stewardship and ecological restoration on USACE-managed lands in the Willamette Valley, specifically at several lakes. Eligible applicants include non-Federal public or non-profit entities, youth service, or conservation corps organizations. The program seeks to enhance environmental stewardship while helping adjudicated youth gain experience in project planning, execution, and job readiness skills. Participants will engage in habitat restoration, vegetation management, and educational activities about ecological practices. The agreement spans a base year with four optional extensions, subject to funding availability. Applicants must demonstrate their capacity to meet program goals, provide a solid management plan, and showcase past performance in similar federal assistance agreements. The application process requires specific forms and submission via Grants.gov or email. The final award decision will be based on compliance with eligibility criteria and evaluation metrics focused on program management and past performance.
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