The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is collaborating with the Arizona Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit on a grant aimed at evaluating bobwhite genetics. This grant is for the critical purpose of collecting museum samples from four bobwhite subspecies found in Mexico. The Arizona Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit will utilize advanced mitochondrial and microsatellite DNA markers to conduct a comprehensive inventory and analyze taxonomic differences among these distinct subspecies. A key objective is to compare their genetic makeup directly with that of the endangered masked bobwhite, providing crucial insights for conservation efforts. This initiative will deepen understanding of bobwhite diversity and inform strategies for protecting endangered populations.
Opportunity ID: 57614
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 20181AJ860 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Evaluation of bobwhite genetics |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.650 — Research Grants (Generic) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 16, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 23, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 23, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 23, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $41,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | This is a sole source award. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Region 2 |
| Description: | The objective of the agreement is for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Arizona Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit to collect museum samples from 4 bobwhite subspecies occurring in Mexico. The Arizona Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit will employ mitochondrial and microsatellite DNA markers to inventory and examine taxonomic differences among these subspecies and compare their genetic makeup to that of the endangered masked bobwhite. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Grant Harris
Chief Biological Services 505-248-6817 Email:grant_harris@fws.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 57614 Other Supporting Documents-signed sole source award 1 -> az_coop_singlesource_2.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Grant Harris Chief Biological Services 505-248-6817 Email: grant_harris@fws.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.650 | PKG00021298 | Sep 16, 2010 | Sep 23, 2010 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
57614 SF424-2.0.pdf
Optional forms
57614 SF424D-1.1.pdf
57614 SF424C-1.0.pdf
57614 SF424B-1.1.pdf
57614 SF424A-1.0.pdf
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