The Bureau of Land Management Colorado is offering this grant to support its critical Plant Conservation and Restoration Management Program. This initiative is specifically designed to address ecological needs within the region, focusing on the preservation of native plant species and the revitalization of degraded habitats. This grant is for funding projects that contribute to the long-term health and biodiversity of Colorado’s unique ecosystems. Activities could include habitat restoration, invasive species management, propagation of native plants, and research into sustainable conservation practices. Through this funding, the Bureau seeks to enhance the resilience of plant communities and support broader land management goals, ensuring the ecological integrity of the state’s natural resources. The program represents a significant commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable land use.
Opportunity ID: 346003
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L23AS00200 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | IIJA Bureau of Land Management Colorado Plant Conservation and Restoration Management Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.245 — Plant Conservation and Restoration Management |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 10, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 10, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 11, 2023 Electronically submitted applications in grants.gov must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates.All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.Open from February 10, 2023 through April 11, 2023 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 11, 2023 Electronically submitted applications in grants.gov must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates.All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.Open from February 10, 2023 through April 11, 2023 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Independent school districts Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) State governments City or township governments County governments Special district governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Individuals and For-Profit Organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does not support entities hiring interns or crews under the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993. The Public Lands Corps Act of 1993, 16 USC, Chapter 37, Subchapter II-Public Lands Corps, is the only legislative authority that allows BLM to "hire" interns under this authority. Therefore, eligible Youth Conservation Corps may only apply for projects developed under NOFO 15.243 – BLM Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | Bureau of Land Management Colorado Plant Conservation and Restoration Management Program |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Stephanie McBride
smcbride@blm.gov Email:smcbride@blm.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 346003 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_L23AS00200.pdf
Folder 346003 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment B Budget Narrative.pdf
Folder 346003 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment C BLM_CO_Federal_Lands.pdf
Folder 346003 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 03 (M) 15.245 Attachment A.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Stephanie McBride smcbride@blm.gov Email: smcbride@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.245 | L23AS00200 | IIJA Bureau of Land Management Colorado Plant Conservation and Restoration Management Program | PKG00279846 | Feb 10, 2023 | Apr 11, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
346003 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
346003 SF424A-1.0.pdf
346003 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
346003 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
346003 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
346003 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
346003 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
346003 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
346003 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
346003 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
346003 SF424D-1.1.pdf
346003 SF424B-1.1.pdf