Cooperative AgreementPostedDiscretionary

Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the North Atlantic Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit

Geological Survey
G26AS00060
Application Deadline
Jan 17, 2026
Closed
Days Remaining
0
Deadline passed
Award Ceiling
$498,392
Total Program Funding
$498,392

Grant Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a cooperative agreement for research focused on developing environmentally friendly bioherbicides to control invasive Phragmites australis and other invasive plant species. The project aims to explore the role of microbial endophytes in enhancing the growth and stress tolerance of these invasive plants, ultimately leading to the creation of low-toxicity bioherbicides that provide resource managers with effective treatment options. This initiative is part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program, emphasizing the importance of collaborative research in addressing ecological challenges. The total funding available for this opportunity is $498,392, with a closing date for applications set for January 17, 2026. Interested applicants can reach out to Rachel Miller at rachelmiller@usgs.gov for further information.

Eligible Applicants

Others
Additional Eligibility Information

This financial assistance opportunity is being issued under a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program. CESU"s are partnerships that provide research, technical assistance, and education. Eligible recipients must be a participating partner of the North Atlantic Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit.

Grant Documents

5 Files
C. Program announcement G26AS00060.docx
Word49 KB12/21/2025
AI Summary
The Biographical Sketch Common Form provides instructions for individuals identified as senior/key personnel on federally funded research projects. Its primary purpose is to assess an individual's qualifications for proposed activities. Key disclosure requirements include contracts with foreign governments, instrumentalities, or entities, particularly foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs. Individuals are prohibited from participating in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. A reference table, "NSPM-33 Implementation Guidance Pre- and Post-award Disclosures," outlines reporting requirements. The form mandates specific identifying information, professional preparation, appointments, and a list of citable products demonstrating qualifications. Crucially, personal information is strictly prohibited. Each senior/key person must certify the accuracy and completeness of the provided information and attest to not being involved in a malign foreign talent recruitment program. Misrepresentations can lead to prosecution. The document also includes Privacy Act and Burden Statements, noting the OMB control number and estimated public reporting burden.
ATTACHMENT A- Biographical-sketch-common-form-doi-omb-3145-0279 3.pdf
PDF216 KB12/21/2025
AI Summary
The Biographical Sketch Common Form, updated November 1, 2023, outlines requirements for individuals involved in Federally funded research projects. Its purpose is to assess qualifications and ensure transparency regarding foreign affiliations. Consistent with NSPM-33, individuals must disclose contracts and support from foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs, prohibiting participation in malign programs. A detailed table provides guidance on pre- and post-award disclosures, specifying what and when to report, and what is exempt. The form explicitly warns against submitting personal information like home addresses or marital status. Key required sections include identifying information (name, PID, position title), organization and location, professional preparation (education, training), and appointments/positions (domestic and foreign for the past three years). A “Products” section allows individuals to list citable works demonstrating qualifications. Finally, a certification section requires affirmation of accuracy and non-participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs, with penalties for misrepresentation. The form includes privacy act and burden statements, indicating a two-hour estimated public reporting burden.
ATTACHMENT B- Common-form current-and-pending-support-doi-omb-3145-0279 3.pdf
PDF199 KB12/21/2025
AI Summary
The Biographical Sketch Common Form (November 1, 2023) outlines requirements for individuals identified as senior/key personnel on federally funded research projects. Its purpose is to assess qualifications, requiring disclosure of foreign government-sponsored contracts and talent recruitment program participation, consistent with NSPM-33 guidance. Individuals must not be involved in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. The form prohibits submission of personal information like home addresses or marital status. Required sections include identifying information (name, PID, position title), organization and location, professional preparation (education, training), and appointments/positions (academic, professional, institutional). A critical section details
ATTACHMENT C- Project Abstract Summary Requirement.docx
Word13 KB12/21/2025
AI Summary
The Biographical Sketch Common Form, updated November 1, 2023, provides instructions for senior/key personnel on Federally funded research projects to submit biographical sketches. These sketches assess an individual's qualifications and require disclosure of foreign government-sponsored talent recruitment programs and other foreign affiliations, while prohibiting participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. A reference table, NSPM-33 Implementation Guidance, outlines pre- and post-award disclosure requirements. The form mandates specific information including identifying details, professional preparation, appointments, and products, all in reverse chronological order. It explicitly prohibits personal information. Each submission requires certification of accuracy and non-participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. The form also includes privacy act and public burden statements, noting a two-hour average response time.
ATTACHMENT D- Geospatial Data Instructions.docx
Word15 KB12/21/2025
AI Summary
The "Biographical Sketch Common Form" outlines requirements for individuals on Federally funded research projects to demonstrate their qualifications. Key persons must disclose foreign government-sponsored contracts and talent recruitment program support, with strict prohibitions against malign foreign talent recruitment programs. The form details required sections: identifying information (name, PID, position title), organization and location, professional preparation, appointments and positions (domestic and foreign for the past three years), and products demonstrating qualifications. It explicitly forbids personal information and mandates a certification of accuracy and non-participation in malign foreign talent recruitment programs. Misrepresentation carries severe penalties. The document also includes privacy act and burden statements, estimating a two-hour response time.

Related Grant Opportunities

Project Timeline

postedOriginal Opportunity PostedDec 17, 2025
deadlineApplication DeadlineJan 17, 2026

Funding Details

Award Ceiling
$498,392
Award Floor
$1
Est. Total Program Funding
$498,392
Expected Awards
1
No cost sharing required

Agency & Classification

Agency
Geological Survey(DOI-USGS1)
Funding Category
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Funding Instrument
Cooperative Agreement

Grantor Contact

CFDA Numbers

15.808

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