FY25 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Oregon/Washington (ORWA) Aquatic Resource Management
ID: 357262Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Land Management (DOI-BLM)

Award Range

$50K - $200K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

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/357262
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering a funding opportunity for the FY25 IIJA/IRA Aquatic Resource Management program, aimed at protecting and restoring aquatic ecosystems in Oregon and Washington. This program, supported by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act, seeks to enhance water quality, availability, and habitat sustainability through cooperative agreements, with funding awards ranging from $50,000 to $200,000. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, state and local governments, Native American tribes, and certain non-profit organizations, while individuals and for-profit entities are excluded. Interested parties must submit their applications by February 4, 2025, and can contact Shelli Timmons at srtimmons@blm.gov for further information regarding the application process and requirements.

    Point(s) of Contact
    srtimmons@blm.gov
    Files
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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FY25 Aquatic Resource Management program, aiming to protect and restore aquatic ecosystems in Oregon and Washington. This program, funded under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act, allocates approximately $1 million to support projects that enhance water quality, availability, and habitat sustainability, with awards ranging from $50,000 to $200,000. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, educational institutions, Native American tribes, and certain non-profit organizations. The application deadline is February 4, 2025, requiring registrants to obtain a Unique Entity Identifier and register with SAM.gov and Grants.gov. The program targets multiple objectives, such as combating climate change impacts, enhancing ecosystem resilience, and facilitating public engagement in aquatic habitat conservation, particularly among underserved communities. The application process involves detailed proposals highlighting project objectives, methodologies, and community benefits, ensuring compliance with federal policies. A merit-based review will assess applications based on qualifications, technical approaches, and public benefits. This funding opportunity emphasizes cooperation with federal, state, and local entities to advance restoration and management initiatives for sustainable aquatic resources.
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