2024 Wyoming Conservation Cooperative Agreements
ID: 352766Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS)

Award Range

$25K - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

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/352766
Timeline
    Description

    The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture is inviting applications for the 2024 Wyoming Conservation Cooperative Agreements, aimed at enhancing the resiliency of Wyoming agriculture through climate-smart practices. Eligible applicants, including small businesses, are encouraged to propose projects that address key resource concerns such as climate resiliency, drought management, soil health, and wildlife habitat, with an emphasis on providing technical assistance to NRCS staff in implementing Farm Bill conservation programs. The total estimated funding for this opportunity is $2 million, with individual awards ranging from $25,000 to $1 million, and applications must be submitted via Grants.gov by 11:59 PM EST on April 19, 2024. For further inquiries regarding application content, applicants can contact Cathy Jamison at cathy.jamison@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    cathy.jamison@usda.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Applicant Contact Information.pdf
    Applicant.pdf
    The document provides instructions for applicants on how to complete the Applicant Contact(s) Information section for federal grants and agreements. It outlines the required input, including the applicant organization name, a project title, and the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) from SAM.gov. Applicants must list at least two different individuals in key roles: an Administrative Contact responsible for managing the agreement, a Program Contact overseeing project operations, a Program Director accountable for overall project direction, and a Signatory Official capable of committing the organization legally. Additionally, it requires listing key personnel who play crucial roles in the project, detailing their names, titles, roles, and responsibilities. Changes in key personnel necessitate prior approval, emphasizing the importance of maintaining structure and accountability. The document underscores the significance of clear communication for processing agreements within the context of federal and state funding efforts.
    Current_and_Pending_Support_Table.xlsx
    The Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) Grants and Agreements Division provides a framework for documenting the allocation of time by key personnel involved in federal financial assistance projects, as stipulated by 2 CFR 200.430. The Organizational Commitment Table is designed for applicants to detail how personnel, such as the Program Contact and Program Director, will contribute to the project's success. It requires completion for all key personnel across various agreements or contracts, highlighting their roles and the percentage of time committed to the project. The document includes sections for the name of key personnel, funding agency information, agreement/contract number, total obligations, performance periods, and other pertinent details. This structured approach ensures clarity and accountability in the use of federal grants, while supporting compliance with government regulations in the management of funded projects.
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