Wading Bird Response to Ecosystem Restoration in Southwest Florida
This grant funds research on how wading birds in Southwest Florida respond to ecosystem restoration, with a project period of up to five years and optional tasks.
Funder: Fort Worth District
Due Dates: October 5, 2026: Statement of Interest (SOI) deadline
Funding Amounts: $250,000 expected base period; up to $1,960,000 total possible over 5 years; 1 award anticipated
Summary: Supports research on wading bird responses to ecosystem restoration in Southwest Florida to inform Everglades restoration efforts.
Key Information: Only CESU members in specified regions are eligible; NIST SP 800-171 assessment required.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District, seeks Statements of Interest (SOI) from qualified investigators to study the response of wading birds to ecosystem restoration activities in Southwest Florida, particularly in relation to the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP). The research will provide critical monitoring data and analysis on wading bird populations, serving as ecological indicators for restoration success and informing adaptive management strategies for the Everglades ecosystem.
