This grant from the U.S. Geological Survey’s (USGS) Mineral Resources Program (MRP) is for supporting external research initiatives focused on non-fuel mineral resources. The program aims to foster scientific advancements and address critical needs in this field through financial assistance in the form of grants or cooperative agreements. Eligible applicants include a wide array of entities such as universities, state agencies, tribal governments or organizations, and private sector industries capable of conducting relevant research. This opportunity seeks to leverage diverse expertise to further understanding and sustainable management of vital mineral assets, contributing significantly to national resource knowledge.
Opportunity ID: 193813
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | G12AS20078 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | MINERAL RESOURCES EXTERNAL RESEARCH PROGRAM (MRERP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.816 — Minerals Resources External Research Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 20, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 26, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 26, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 01, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Nov 20, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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: | The following are ineligible for consideration under this announcement: Proposals from U.S. Government agencies or U.S. Government employees. Proposals from Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDC). Proposals in which there is a real or the appearance of a conflict of interest. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: | The Mineral Resources Program (MRP) of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a grant and/or cooperative agreement opportunity to universities, State agencies, Tribal governments or organizations, and industry or other private sector organizations that have the ability to conduct research in topics related to non-fuel mineral resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov/ |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Faith Graves, 703-648-7356
fgraves@usgs.gov Email:fgraves@usgs.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| to extend the due date | Sep 26, 2012 | |
| Sep 26, 2012 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | G12AS20078 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | MINERAL RESOURCES EXTERNAL RESEARCH PROGRAM (MRERP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.816 — Minerals Resources External Research Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 20, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 26, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 26, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 01, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Nov 20, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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: | The following are ineligible for consideration under this announcement: Proposals from U.S. Government agencies or U.S. Government employees. Proposals from Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDC). Proposals in which there is a real or the appearance of a conflict of interest. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: | The Mineral Resources Program (MRP) of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a grant and/or cooperative agreement opportunity to universities, State agencies, Tribal governments or organizations, and industry or other private sector organizations that have the ability to conduct research in topics related to non-fuel mineral resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov/ |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Faith Graves, 703-648-7356
fgraves@usgs.gov Email:fgraves@usgs.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | G12AS20078 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | MINERAL RESOURCES EXTERNAL RESEARCH PROGRAM (MRERP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.816 — Minerals Resources External Research Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 26, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 26, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Nov 20, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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: | The following are ineligible for consideration under this announcement: Proposals from U.S. Government agencies or U.S. Government employees. Proposals from Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDC). Proposals in which there is a real or the appearance of a conflict of interest. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: | The Mineral Resources Program (MRP) of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a grant and/or cooperative agreement opportunity to universities, State agencies, Tribal governments or organizations, and industry or other private sector organizations that have the ability to conduct research in topics related to non-fuel mineral resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov/ |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Faith Graves, 703-648-7356
fgraves@usgs.gov Email:fgraves@usgs.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 193813 Full Announcement-1 -> 2013_mrerp_announcement.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Faith Graves, 703-648-7356 fgraves@usgs.gov Email: fgraves@usgs.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.816 | G12AS20078 | MINERAL RESOURCES EXTERNAL RESEARCH PROGRAM (MRERP) | PKG00139710 | Aug 20, 2012 | Oct 01, 2012 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
193813 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
193813 Project-1.1.pdf
193813 SF424A-1.0.pdf
193813 SF424B-1.1.pdf