The New York NRCS agency is offering the State Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) to promote innovative conservation approaches and technologies. This grant aims to enhance environmental protection in conjunction with agricultural production by transferring proven technologies into NRCS manuals or the private sector. Projects should focus on scaling emerging conservation strategies and promoting knowledge sharing. The 2015 CIG program in NY has funding of up to $150,000 for single or multiyear projects, lasting up to three years. Eligible applicants from New York include Indian Tribes, local governments, NGOs, and individuals. Deadline for proposals is June 1, 2015.
Opportunity ID: 276301
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-NY-15-1 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) FY15 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 15 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | May 01, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 01, 2015 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 01, 2015 Pre-proposals must be received by NRCS before 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on June 1, 2015. NRCS will announce selected pre-proposal applications by June 19, 2015. Selected applicants will then be required to submit a full proposal package to NRCS by 4:00 p.m. EDT on July 24, 2015. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 01, 2015 Pre-proposals must be received by NRCS before 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on June 1, 2015. NRCS will announce selected pre-proposal applications by June 19, 2015. Selected applicants will then be required to submit a full proposal package to NRCS by 4:00 p.m. EDT on July 24, 2015. |
| Archive Date: | Jul 01, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000 |
| Award Floor: | $75,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | To be eligible, projects must involve producers who meet the EQIP eligibility requirements set forth in § 1466.6(b)(1) through (3). Additional information regarding EQIP eligibility requirements can be found at: http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/programs/financial/eqip. Participating producers are not required to have an EQIP contract. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | USDA-NRCS-MSD-Ft Worth Office |
| Description: | The New York Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) agency is announcing their State Conservation Innovative Grant (CIG). The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, while leveraging the Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches into NRCS technical manuals and guides or to the private sector. CIG is used to apply or demonstrate previously proven technology in order to increase adoption with an emphasis on opportunities to scale proven, emerging conservation strategies. CIG promotes sharing of skills, knowledge, technologies, and facilities among communities, governments, and other institutions to ensure that scientific and technological developments are accessible to a wider range of users. For the 2015 CIG program NY anticipate funding up to $150,000. NRCS will accept proposals under this notice for single or multiyear projects, not to exceed three years, submitted by eligible entities from New York. Eligible entities include Indian Tribes, State and local units of government, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NY NYCS Home page |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tammy Willis, NY ASTC-Programs
(315)-477-6503 Email:tammy.willis@ny.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| n/a | May 01, 2015 | |
| May 01, 2015 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-NY-15-1 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) FY15 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 15 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | May 01, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 01, 2015 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 01, 2015 Pre-proposals must be received by NRCS before 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on June 1, 2015. NRCS will announce selected pre-proposal applications by June 19, 2015. Selected applicants will then be required to submit a full proposal package to NRCS by 4:00 p.m. EDT on July 24, 2015. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 01, 2015 Pre-proposals must be received by NRCS before 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on June 1, 2015. NRCS will announce selected pre-proposal applications by June 19, 2015. Selected applicants will then be required to submit a full proposal package to NRCS by 4:00 p.m. EDT on July 24, 2015. |
| Archive Date: | Jul 01, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000 |
| Award Floor: | $75,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | To be eligible, projects must involve producers who meet the EQIP eligibility requirements set forth in § 1466.6(b)(1) through (3). Additional information regarding EQIP eligibility requirements can be found at: http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/programs/financial/eqip. Participating producers are not required to have an EQIP contract. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | USDA-NRCS-MSD-Ft Worth Office |
| Description: | The New York Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) agency is announcing their State Conservation Innovative Grant (CIG). The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, while leveraging the Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches into NRCS technical manuals and guides or to the private sector. CIG is used to apply or demonstrate previously proven technology in order to increase adoption with an emphasis on opportunities to scale proven, emerging conservation strategies. CIG promotes sharing of skills, knowledge, technologies, and facilities among communities, governments, and other institutions to ensure that scientific and technological developments are accessible to a wider range of users. For the 2015 CIG program NY anticipate funding up to $150,000. NRCS will accept proposals under this notice for single or multiyear projects, not to exceed three years, submitted by eligible entities from New York. Eligible entities include Indian Tribes, State and local units of government, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NY NYCS Home page |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tammy Willis, NY ASTC-Programs
(315)-477-6503 Email:tammy.willis@ny.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CIG-NY-15-1 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) FY15 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 15 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 01, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 01, 2015 Pre-proposals must be received by NRCS before 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on June 1, 2015. NRCS will announce selected pre-proposal applications by June 19, 2015. Selected applicants will then be required to submit a full proposal package to NRCS by 4:00 p.m. EDT on July 24, 2015. |
| Archive Date: | Jul 01, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000 |
| Award Floor: | $75,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | To be eligible, projects must involve producers who meet the EQIP eligibility requirements set forth in § 1466.6(b)(1) through (3). Additional information regarding EQIP eligibility requirements can be found at: http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/programs/financial/eqip. Participating producers are not required to have an EQIP contract. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | USDA-NRCS-MSD-Ft Worth Office |
| Description: | The New York Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) agency is announcing their State Conservation Innovative Grant (CIG). The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, while leveraging the Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches into NRCS technical manuals and guides or to the private sector. CIG is used to apply or demonstrate previously proven technology in order to increase adoption with an emphasis on opportunities to scale proven, emerging conservation strategies. CIG promotes sharing of skills, knowledge, technologies, and facilities among communities, governments, and other institutions to ensure that scientific and technological developments are accessible to a wider range of users. For the 2015 CIG program NY anticipate funding up to $150,000. NRCS will accept proposals under this notice for single or multiyear projects, not to exceed three years, submitted by eligible entities from New York. Eligible entities include Indian Tribes, State and local units of government, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NY NYCS Home page |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tammy Willis, NY ASTC-Programs
(315)-477-6503 Email:tammy.willis@ny.usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 276301 Full Announcement-1 -> nrcs ny cig fy 2015.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Tammy Willis, NY ASTC-Programs (315)-477-6503 Email: tammy.willis@ny.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | PKG00216583 | May 01, 2015 | Jun 01, 2015 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
276301 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
276301 SF424D-1.1.pdf
276301 SF424B-1.1.pdf
276301 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
276301 SF424A-1.0.pdf
276301 Budget-1.1.pdf
276301 AD_3030-1.0.pdf
276301 AD_3031-1.0.pdf
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