Mgt, Species, CIBW Prey - Salmon Monitoring (Weirs) (RAM Number: FXSBA53257119) and Mgt, Invasive Species, eDNA Multi Species (RAM Number: FXSBA53256121)

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Alaska District, has announced a funding opportunity for a cooperative agreement focused on salmon monitoring efforts and the management of invasive species at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) in Alaska. This initiative aims to support the conservation of natural resources, promote sustainable populations of native species, and enhance the critical habitat for the federally protected Cook Inlet Beluga Whale (CIBW). The project will involve monitoring salmon productivity in several waterways, including the Eagle River, Sixmile Lake System, and Otter Lake, and will incorporate an Integrated Natural Resource Management Plan (INRMP). Eligible applicants include state, local governments, tribes, and non-governmental organizations, with a total funding ceiling of up to $374,775.35 for the project, which spans 18 months. The agreement will emphasize collaboration with JBER personnel to collect reliable data, maintain equipment, and improve salmon habitats. Furthermore, the project includes an optional task for invasive species monitoring using environmental DNA techniques. Overall, the initiative reflects federal efforts to balance military operations with ecological conservation and resource management.