Research for Developing Strategies to Manage Invasive Aquatic Plants and Harmful Algal Blooms in Public Waters of the US
ID: 355491Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Engineer Research and Development Center (DOD-COE-ERDC)

Award Range

$0 - $500K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355491
Timeline
    Description

    The Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking proposals for a cooperative agreement focused on developing strategies to manage invasive aquatic plants and harmful algal blooms in public waters across the United States. The initiative aims to identify and document project locations for management techniques and conduct empirical research to address data gaps, particularly targeting regions in the Eastern U.S., Gulf Coast, and Pacific Northwest, with a focus on species such as hydrilla and giant salvinia. This research is critical for enhancing water quality and biodiversity, thereby supporting public benefits and ecosystem sustainability. The estimated total program funding is $2.5 million over five years, with an award ceiling of $500,000 per year, and interested parties must submit their statements of interest by August 16, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Kisha M. Craig at kisha.m.craig@usace.army.mil or by phone at 601-634-5397.

    Point(s) of Contact
    kisha.m.craig@usace.army.mil
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    W81EWF-24-SOI-0040_FOA.pdf
    The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) is requesting proposals for research aimed at developing strategies to manage invasive aquatic plants and harmful algal blooms in public waters across the United States. This initial announcement, with a funding opportunity number W81EWF-24-SOI-0040, was issued on July 18, 2024, and is accepting statements of interest until August 16, 2024. The estimated total program funding is $2.5 million over five years, with an award ceiling of $500,000 per year. The objectives include identifying and documenting project locations for management techniques and conducting empirical research to close data gaps. The project targets areas in the Eastern US, Gulf Coast, and Pacific Northwest, focusing on invasive species such as hydrilla and giant salvinia. The initiative emphasizes collaborations with partner institutions experienced in aquatic plant management and aims to ensure public benefits such as improved water quality and biodiversity. Applications will be evaluated on technical merits and relevance to Department of Defense missions, with the potential for cooperative agreements awarded for successful proposals. Additional details about eligibility, funding restrictions, and application procedures are thoroughly outlined in the announcement, emphasizing transparency and regulatory compliance.
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