American Alligators as Ecological Indicators of Everglades Restoration
This grant funds research using American alligators to monitor and assess the progress of Everglades ecosystem restoration over a five-year period.
Funder: Fort Worth District
Due Dates: October 5, 2026: Statement of Interest (SOI) deadline
Funding Amounts: Award ceiling: $1,546,800 | Award floor: $391,856 | Base period: 12 months, with up to 4 additional 12-month follow-on periods
Summary: Supports research to monitor American alligators as ecological indicators for the success of Everglades restoration efforts under the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP).
Key Information: Only members of specified CESU regions are eligible; NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment required.
Description
This opportunity funds research to assess the role of American alligators as ecological indicators of restoration progress in the Everglades ecosystem. The project is part of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) and focuses on monitoring alligator populations to evaluate hydrologic changes and ecosystem responses. The work includes field surveys, data analysis, reporting, and participation in regional restoration teams, with potential for expanded spatial and temporal monitoring.
