Management, Wetlands/Floodplain, Littoral Zone Evaluation and Study, Eielson Air Force Base, 354 CES/CEIE, Natural Resources, (RAM Project # FTQWA5325915-A)

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Description

This opportunity funds a cooperative agreement to evaluate the effectiveness of past riparian habitat improvement projects and littoral zone habitat creation at borrow pits on Eielson Air Force Base (EAFB), Alaska. The project aims to assess whether these efforts have successfully developed habitat conditions favorable to native fish and wildlife species, as required by wetland permits and the 2023 EAFB Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP). The work will inform future habitat management and compliance with environmental regulations, supporting both ecological health and operational needs (e.g., reducing bird air strike hazards).

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Due Dates

• Application Due: May 20, 2025, by 2:00 PM Alaska Time
• Estimated Award Date: On or about May 30, 2025

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Funding Amount

• Total Funding Available: $55,000 (project ceiling)
• Number of Awards: 1
• Period of Performance: Up to 18 months from date of award
• Funding Instrument: Cooperative Agreement
• Cost Sharing: Not required (100% USACE funded)

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Eligibility

Eligible applicants include:

• State governments
• County governments
• City or township governments
• Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
• Non-governmental organizations
• Individuals
• Others as defined by 16 U.S.C. 670c-1(a)

Applicants must be able to comply with federal background check and access requirements for work on military installations.

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Application Process

• Application Package: Download forms and instructions from Grants.gov (opportunity W911KB-25-2-0002).
• Submission Methods:
  • Email to the Grants Specialist (see Contact Information)
  • Through Grants.gov
• Required Registrations:
  • Unique Entity Identification (UEI)
  • System for Award Management (SAM)
  • Grants.gov (if submitting via Grants.gov)
• Required Documents:
  • SF 424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF 424A (Budget Information)
  • SF 424B (Assurances)
  • Program Narrative (demonstrating ability to meet project goals)
• Evaluation Criteria:
  • Experience (most important)
  • Technical Approach
  • Cost (least important, but must be reasonable and without profit/fee)

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Additional Information

• Project Scope:
  • Evaluate stability and effectiveness of littoral zones at specific lakes and wildlife management areas on EAFB.
  • Assess compliance with Clean Water Act Section 404 permits.
  • Provide recommendations for restoration or future construction if current features are not functional.
  • Deliverables include field summary reports, GIS data, and recommendations.
• Reporting:
  • Draft and final reports due within 90 days of project completion.
  • Weekly updates to EAFB natural resources staff.
• Data Ownership:
  • All data and reports are property of the U.S. Government; publication requires approval.

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External Links

• Funder Home Page: Alaska District, USACE
• Full Funding Opportunity Announcement (PDF)
• Grants.gov Opportunity Listing

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Contact Information