[U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)](https://www.usgs.gov/)

September 22, 2025 (11:59 PM ET)

Up to $48,500 total; one award anticipated for a two-year project period.

Supports research to identify and predict Black Carp habitats in the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers to improve targeted removal and management efforts.

Only Great Rivers CESU partner institutions are eligible to apply.

--- ## Description This opportunity, issued by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), funds research to improve understanding and management of the invasive Black Carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) in the Mississippi River Basin. Black Carp, initially introduced for biological control, have established reproducing populations, posing significant threats to native mussel and snail fauna and potentially the Great Lakes ecosystem. The project’s primary objective is to develop an analytical framework that integrates commercial and biologist capture data, telemetry relocation datasets, and geospatial information to identify and predict potential Black Carp habitats in the upper Mississippi River and Illinois River. The results will directly inform and enhance the efficiency of monitoring and removal efforts by targeting likely habitats. --- ## Due Dates - Application Deadline: September 22, 2025 (11:59 PM ET) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $48,500 (total program funding and award ceiling) - Award floor: $1 - One award anticipated - Project duration: Up to two years - Funds will be fully obligated at the time of award --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** Only institutions that are current participating partners of the [Great Rivers Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)](https://www.cesu.psu.edu/unit_portals/GRRI_portal.htm) are eligible. - **CESU Program:** CESUs are collaborative partnerships among federal agencies, universities, and other organizations to provide research, technical assistance, and education. --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360348) referencing Funding Opportunity Number G25AS00345. - **Required Documents:** - Project narrative (including introduction, objectives, methods, deliverables, dissemination plan, timeline, and references) - Budget narrative and SF-424A budget form - Biographical Sketches for senior/key personnel ([template and instructions](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/ATTACHMENT%20A%20-Biographical-sketch-common-form-doi-omb-3145-0279%203.pdf)) - Current and Pending Support forms ([instructions and template](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/ATTACHMENT%20B%20-%20Common-form-current-and-pending-support-doi-omb-3145-0279%203.pdf)) - Project Abstract Summary ([requirements](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/ATTACHMENT%20C%20-%20Project%20Abstract%20Summary%20Requirement.docx)) - Data Management Plan (DMP) complying with [USGS data policy](https://www.usgs.gov/data-management/data-management-plans) - **Geospatial Data:** Projects producing geospatial data must follow [Geospatial Data Act requirements](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/ATTACHMENT%20D%20-%20Geospatial%20Data%20instructions.docx). - **Indirect Costs:** CESU-negotiated indirect cost rate is capped at 17.5%. --- ## Additional Information - **Reporting:** Annual progress reports and a final technical report are required. - **Review Criteria:** Proposals are evaluated on relevance, technical approach, budget justification, and qualifications/past performance. - **Publication and Data:** Research results and data must be disseminated according to USGS policies and open data standards. - **Restrictions:** Costs incurred before the award start date are not eligible for reimbursement. --- ## External Links - [Full Grants.gov Opportunity Details](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360348) - [Great Rivers CESU Information](https://www.cesu.psu.edu/unit_portals/GRRI_portal.htm) - [USGS Data Management Plans](https://www.usgs.gov/data-management/data-management-plans) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role/Area | Email | Phone | |------------------------|----------------------------------|------------------------------|---------------------| | Katie Calder | Grant Specialist (USGS) | kcalder@usgs.gov | — | | Dr. Michael E. Colvin | Research Ecologist (Technical) | mcolvin@usgs.gov | 573-441-2797 | | Patrick Kroboth | Research Fish Biologist (Technical) | pkroboth@usgs.gov | 573-875-5399 x1548 | | Chelsea Bertrand | Administrative POC (USGS-CERC) | cbertrand@usgs.gov | 573-875-5399 | | Grants.gov Support | Application Portal Help | support@grants.gov | 1-800-518-4726 | ---

Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Great Rivers Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

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