Revegetation with Native Plants
ID: 356657Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Forest Service (USDA-FS)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    Description

    The USDA Forest Service is seeking partnerships for a federal grant opportunity titled "Revegetation with Native Plants," aimed at enhancing the collection, mapping, development, monitoring, and restoration of native plant materials, particularly in areas affected by wildfire, drought, and invasive species. This initiative encourages collaboration with various organizations, including for-profits, non-profits, educational institutions, and governmental bodies, to foster community engagement and education, particularly among underserved populations and youth. The program emphasizes the importance of native plants in ecological restoration and aims to establish sustainable practices for developing native plant materials, thereby benefiting both the environment and local communities. Interested parties must submit their responses by February 7, 2025, and can reach out to Robin Taylor-Davenport at opega@usda.gov for further information. Additional details can be found at the USDA Forest Service's Native Plant Materials webpage.

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    The document outlines the instructions for submitting a grant application as part of federal RFPs and grants. It emphasizes the importance of attaching various required files in a specified order, in accordance with Agency Guidelines. The list includes 15 attachments, which must be named appropriately and formatted as stipulated in the guidelines. It provides options for current applicants to add, delete, or view these attachments. Clear adherence to the sequence and guidelines is crucial for the application’s acceptance. This structured approach ensures that all necessary documentation is properly organized, thereby facilitating the grant evaluation process. The document serves as a procedural framework, enhancing compliance and streamlining the application process for federal and state/local funding opportunities.
    This document outlines the requirements for a federal Request for Proposals (RFP) focused on a revegetation project utilizing native plants, under the auspices of the USDA Forest Service. Applicants must provide key information, including project title and organizational details, and specify their target geographic areas, including U.S. Forest Service regions. The form prompts organizations to describe their capacity and mission alignment with the project, as well as the anticipated impact on disadvantaged communities. The document emphasizes essential experience in managing field crews, natural resource monitoring, and evaluating restoration activities. It also seeks to clarify whether the organization has greenhouse facilities for increasing native plant materials and details expectations regarding a monitoring plan for assessing project success. Legally, the document includes a Paperwork Reduction Act statement and a nondiscrimination statement affirming compliance with civil rights laws. This RFP represents an opportunity for various organizations, particularly nonprofits and local entities, to collaborate with the federal government on ecological restoration efforts. Overall, the document consolidates guidelines for organizations interested in securing grants to promote biodiversity through the use of native plants in restoration projects.
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service has issued an Outreach of Interest (OOI) for revegetation projects using native plants. The purpose of this OOI is to explore potential partnerships that can aid in the collection, mapping, development, and monitoring of native plant materials, particularly in areas impacted by wildfire, drought, and invasive species. Although the OOI is non-funded and non-competitive, it aims to foster collaborations that enhance understanding and maximize restoration efforts across the national forests. Eligible responders include various organizations, such as for-profits, non-profits, educational institutions, and governmental bodies. Interested parties must submit their responses by February 7, 2025, through Grants.gov, and are encouraged to register with the System for Award Management (SAM). The initiative prioritizes engaging underrepresented communities, offering educational opportunities, and involving citizen science projects in the revegetation process. Key deliverables include the identification and collection of native plant seeds, development of learning networks, and implementation of revegetation plans. Overall, this OOI represents the USDA Forest Service's commitment to sustainable forest management and restoration through partnerships that benefit both the environment and local communities.
    The document from Grants.gov provides essential information for organizations and individuals interested in applying for federal grants. It outlines the necessary steps for registration, including obtaining a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) through SAM.gov, and emphasizes the importance of setting up a Login.gov account for user access. The registration process on Grants.gov is detailed, requiring validation of email addresses, and establishing roles within the organization, such as Authorized Organization Representatives (AORs). Users can complete application forms online, offline, or reuse previous submissions, with features to check for errors before final submission. Specific guidelines for file naming and organization are highlighted to ensure compliance with agency standards. Overall, the document serves to guide potential grant applicants in effectively navigating the federal grant application process, ensuring a thorough understanding of registration, role assignment, and submission procedures.
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