FY25 Saltonstall-Kennedy Full Proposal Competition
ID: 356529Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOC NOAA - ERA Production (DOC-DOCNOAAERA)

Award Range

$25K - $500K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356529
Timeline
    Description

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is inviting proposals for the FY25 Saltonstall-Kennedy Full Proposal Competition, aimed at enhancing U.S. fisheries through research and development projects. Eligible applicants, including U.S. citizens, non-Federal entities, and tribal governments, are encouraged to submit proposals that address key priorities such as Promotion and Marketing, Development, Infrastructure and Capacity Building, and Science or Technology that Enhances Sustainable Fisheries. This funding opportunity is critical for supporting sustainable fishing practices and stimulating the fishing industry, with grants ranging from $25,000 to $500,000 available for projects lasting up to two years, starting no earlier than September 1, 2025. Interested applicants must submit their full proposals through Grants.gov by November 25, 2024, following an accepted pre-proposal submission, and can contact Jennifer Foss at Jennifer.foss@noaa.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer.foss@noaa.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Foa_Content_of_NOAA-NMFS-FHQ-2025-26868_UPLOAD.pdf
    The FY25 Saltonstall-Kennedy Full Proposal Competition, announced by NOAA, seeks proposals for fisheries research and development projects aimed at enhancing U.S. fisheries through marketing, infrastructure, and sustainable practices. Proposals must address one or more key priority areas: Promotion and Marketing; Development, Infrastructure, and Capacity Building; and Science or Technology that Enhances Sustainable Fisheries. Eligible applicants include U.S. citizens, non-Federal entities, and tribal governments. Each project can request up to $500,000 in federal funds for a maximum of two years, starting no earlier than September 1, 2025. Applications must be submitted through Grants.gov by November 25, 2024, following an approved pre-proposal submission. The submission process involves multiple registrations in federal systems, and a full proposal must include specific forms and detailed project narratives. Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria such as relevance to fishing communities, objectives and methods, anticipated impacts, and the applicant's capacity. The overall aim of the funding is to support projects that will stimulate the fishing industry and promote sustainable fishing practices while engaging with fishing communities.
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