Aquatic Fauna and Primary Production in the Florida Everglades
This grant supports a 1-year study, with possible extensions, on aquatic animals and plant production in the Florida Everglades, managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Funder: Fort Worth District
Due Dates: October 5, 2026: Statement of Interest (SOI) deadline
Funding Amounts: Award range: $996,800 (base year) to $4,984,000 (5-year total); 12-month base period with up to 4 follow-on years.
Summary: Supports research and monitoring of aquatic fauna and primary production in the Florida Everglades to inform restoration efforts under the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan.
Key Information: Only members of specified CESU regions are eligible; only SOIs (not full proposals) are required at this stage.
Description
This opportunity, issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District, seeks Statements of Interest (SOI) from qualified investigators to conduct research and monitoring on aquatic fauna and primary production in the Florida Everglades. The work supports the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) by providing long-term monitoring and analysis to assess restoration outcomes and inform adaptive management. The project is structured as a cooperative agreement for up to five years, with a strong emphasis on technical expertise in wetland ecology, aquatic fauna, and Everglades ecosystem dynamics.
