Opportunity ID: 350000

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-NHQ-CIGCLASSIC-23-NOFO0001311
Funding Opportunity Title: Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’s Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Classic Program for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2023
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Business and Commerce
Energy
Environment
Natural Resources
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 17
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: Aug 25, 2023
Last Updated Date: Oct 20, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications: Oct 30, 2023 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Current Closing Date for Applications: Nov 03, 2023 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time.

Due to Grants.gov system maintenance rescheduled to October 28-31, 2023, during which time Grants.gov will be unavailable, the funding opportunity close date is being extended to November 3, 2023. There will be no further extension of the deadline.

Archive Date: Dec 03, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $15,000,000
Award Ceiling: $2,000,000
Award Floor: $250,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
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: This opportunity is open to all non-Federal domestic applicants.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary

NRCS is announcing the availability of up to $15 million in CIG funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches (such as market-based systems) to agricultural producers through the development of technical manuals, guides and for practical instruction for the private sector.

Applications will be accepted from all non-Federal entities and individuals based in the United States (see Section III(A) Eligible Applicants). Projects may be between 1 and 3 years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2023 is $2 million.

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section IV(A) for information about steps required before submitting an application through Grants.gov.

Key Dates                                                            

Applicants must submit their applications through Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on November 3, 2023. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.

For inquiries specific to the content of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) requirements, contact the Federal awarding agency (Section VII of this NFO). Please limit questions to specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed.

A webinar for CIG Classic applicants is scheduled for September 12, 2023 at 2pm Eastern Time. Information on how to participate in the Microsoft Teams webinar can be obtained through the following link and phone number:

 

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Or call in (audio only)

+1 202-650-0123  

Phone Conference ID: 621 758 351#

Applicants are encouraged to visit the CIG website to learn more about the CIG program. Questions about this announcement can be directed to: nrcscig@usda.gov.

The agency anticipates making selections by January 15, 2024 and expects to execute awards by May 31, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Name: CIG Staff

Email: nrcscig@usda.gov

Send a copy to: FPAC.BC.GAD@USDA.GOV
Email:nrcscig@usda.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
Due to Grants.gov system maintenance rescheduled to October 28-31, 2023, during which time Grants.gov will be unavailable, the funding opportunity close date is being extended to November 3, 2023. There will be no further extension of the deadline. Oct 20, 2023
correcting Grantor Contact E-Mail Address (hyperlink text "If you have any questions related to preparing application content.") Aug 25, 2023

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-NHQ-CIGCLASSIC-23-NOFO0001311
Funding Opportunity Title: Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’s Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Classic Program for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2023
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Business and Commerce
Energy
Environment
Natural Resources
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 17
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: Aug 25, 2023
Last Updated Date: Oct 20, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications: Oct 30, 2023 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Current Closing Date for Applications: Nov 03, 2023 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time.

Due to Grants.gov system maintenance rescheduled to October 28-31, 2023, during which time Grants.gov will be unavailable, the funding opportunity close date is being extended to November 3, 2023. There will be no further extension of the deadline.

Archive Date: Dec 03, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $15,000,000
Award Ceiling: $2,000,000
Award Floor: $250,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
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: This opportunity is open to all non-Federal domestic applicants.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary

NRCS is announcing the availability of up to $15 million in CIG funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches (such as market-based systems) to agricultural producers through the development of technical manuals, guides and for practical instruction for the private sector.

Applications will be accepted from all non-Federal entities and individuals based in the United States (see Section III(A) Eligible Applicants). Projects may be between 1 and 3 years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2023 is $2 million.

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section IV(A) for information about steps required before submitting an application through Grants.gov.

Key Dates                                                            

Applicants must submit their applications through Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on November 3, 2023. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.

For inquiries specific to the content of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) requirements, contact the Federal awarding agency (Section VII of this NFO). Please limit questions to specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed.

A webinar for CIG Classic applicants is scheduled for September 12, 2023 at 2pm Eastern Time. Information on how to participate in the Microsoft Teams webinar can be obtained through the following link and phone number:

 

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Or call in (audio only)

+1 202-650-0123  

Phone Conference ID: 621 758 351#

Applicants are encouraged to visit the CIG website to learn more about the CIG program. Questions about this announcement can be directed to: nrcscig@usda.gov.

The agency anticipates making selections by January 15, 2024 and expects to execute awards by May 31, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Name: CIG Staff

Email: nrcscig@usda.gov

Send a copy to: FPAC.BC.GAD@USDA.GOV
Email:nrcscig@usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-NHQ-CIGCLASSIC-23-NOFO0001311
Funding Opportunity Title: Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’s Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Classic Program for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2023
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Business and Commerce
Energy
Environment
Natural Resources
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 17
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Aug 25, 2023
Last Updated Date: Aug 31, 2023
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Oct 30, 2023 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Archive Date: Nov 29, 2023
Estimated Total Program Funding: $15,000,000
Award Ceiling: $2,000,000
Award Floor: $250,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
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: This opportunity is open to all non-Federal domestic applicants.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary

NRCS is announcing the availability of up to $15 million in CIG funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches (such as market-based systems) to agricultural producers through the development of technical manuals, guides and for practical instruction for the private sector.

Applications will be accepted from all non-Federal entities and individuals based in the United States (see Section III(A) Eligible Applicants). Projects may be between 1 and 3 years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2023 is $2 million.

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section IV(A) for information about steps required before submitting an application through Grants.gov.

Key Dates                                                            

Applicants must submit their applications through Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on October 30, 2023. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.

For inquiries specific to the content of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) requirements, contact the Federal awarding agency (Section VII of this NFO). Please limit questions to specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed.

A webinar for CIG Classic applicants is scheduled for September 12, 2023 at 2pm Eastern Time. Information on how to participate in the Microsoft Teams webinar can be obtained through the following link and phone number:

 

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Or call in (audio only)

+1 202-650-0123  

Phone Conference ID: 621 758 351#

Applicants are encouraged to visit the CIG website to learn more about the CIG program. Questions about this announcement can be directed to: nrcscig@usda.gov.

The agency anticipates making selections by January 15, 2024 and expects to execute awards by May 31, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Name: CIG Staff

Email: nrcscig@usda.gov

Send a copy to: FPAC.BC.GAD@USDA.GOV
Email:nrcscig@usda.gov

Folder 350000 Full Announcement-Full Announcement CIG CLSC ’23 -> USDA-NRCS-NHQ-CIGCLASSIC-23-NOFO0001311.pdf

Folder 350000 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Classic ’23 Other Sup Doc -> Sample Budget Table.pdf

Folder 350000 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Classic ’23 Other Sup Doc -> Current_and_Pending_Support_Table.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Name: CIG Staff
Email: nrcscig@usda.gov
Send a copy to: FPAC.BC.GAD@USDA.GOV
Email: nrcscig@usda.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
10.912 PKG00282984 Aug 31, 2023 Nov 03, 2023 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

350000 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf

350000 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf

350000 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

350000 SF424A-1.0.pdf

350000 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

350000 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf

Optional forms

350000 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

350000 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

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