Opportunity ID: 337847
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-VT-CIG-22-NOFO0001133 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY22 Conservation Innovation Grants Vermont State Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 29, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 10, 2022 The VT NRCS state office requested the funding opportunity to be reopened, the application deadline extended and the funding award ceiling raised to $550,000. Applications must now be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on 06/10/2022. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 10, 2022 The VT NRCS state office requested the funding opportunity to be reopened, the application deadline extended and the funding award ceiling raised to $550,000. Applications must now be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on 06/10/2022. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 17, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $550,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $550,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Private institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Special district governments Independent school districts Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments Individuals Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
| Description: |
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO)
SUMMARY INFORMATION Deadline and Federal Funding Ceiling Modifications Federal Awarding Agency Name: U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC)
Notice of Funding Opportunity Title: Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2022 – Vermont Notice of Funding Opportunity Number: USDA -NRCS-VT-CIG-22-NOFO00001133 Assistance Listing This program is listed in the Assistance Listings on SAM.gov under 10.912, Environmental Quality Incentives Program SAM is a web-based, government-wide application that collects, validates, stores, and disseminates business information about the federal government’s trading partners in support of the contract awards, grants, and electronic payment processes. Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary
NRCS is announcing the availability of CIG funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities for projects carried out in the state of Vermont. A total of up to $550,000.00 is available for the Vermont CIG competition in FY 2022. All non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2022 is $550,000.00
For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.
Key Dates
Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on June 10, 2022. 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. Please limit questions to those regarding 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 applicants is scheduled for February 18, 2022 at 1 p.m. Eastern Standard Time via Microsoft Teams. Information on how to participate in the webinar will be posted to the Vermont NRCS CIG Website (Conservation Innovation Grants | NRCS Vermont (usda.gov). Applicants are encouraged to visit the Vermont State CIG website to learn more about the CIG program. The agency anticipates making selections by June 30, 2022 and expects to execute awards by September 30th, 2022. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.
Federal Funding Floor and Ceiling Amounts
The estimated funding floor for this opportunity is $10,000.00, and the estimated funding ceiling is $550,000.00. The funding floor means the minimum agreement funding amount for the Federal share per agreement awarded. The ceiling is the maximum agreement funding amount for the Federal share per agreement awarded. These numbers refer to the total agreement amount, not any specific budget period. Federal Financial Assistance Training
The funding available through this NFO is Federal financial assistance. Grants 101 Training is highly recommended for those seeking knowledge about Federal financial assistance. The training is free and available to the public via https://www.cfo.gov/grants-training/. It consists of five modules covering each of the following topics: 1) laws, regulations, and guidance; 2) financial assistance mechanisms; 3) uniform guidance administrative requirements; 4) cost principles; and 5) risk management and single audit. FPAC agencies also apply Federal financial assistance regulations to certain non-assistance awards (e.g., non-assistance cooperative agreements). |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Wayne Mattingly
Grants Management Specialist Email:wayne.mattingly@usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Extension of close date and the raising of the award funding ceiling. | Apr 29, 2022 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-VT-CIG-22-NOFO0001133 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY22 Conservation Innovation Grants Vermont State Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 29, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 10, 2022 The VT NRCS state office requested the funding opportunity to be reopened, the application deadline extended and the funding award ceiling raised to $550,000. Applications must now be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on 06/10/2022. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 10, 2022 The VT NRCS state office requested the funding opportunity to be reopened, the application deadline extended and the funding award ceiling raised to $550,000. Applications must now be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on 06/10/2022. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 17, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $550,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $550,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Private institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Special district governments Independent school districts Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments Individuals Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
| Description: |
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO)
SUMMARY INFORMATION Deadline and Federal Funding Ceiling Modifications Federal Awarding Agency Name: U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC)
Notice of Funding Opportunity Title: Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2022 – Vermont Notice of Funding Opportunity Number: USDA -NRCS-VT-CIG-22-NOFO00001133 Assistance Listing This program is listed in the Assistance Listings on SAM.gov under 10.912, Environmental Quality Incentives Program SAM is a web-based, government-wide application that collects, validates, stores, and disseminates business information about the federal government’s trading partners in support of the contract awards, grants, and electronic payment processes. Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary
NRCS is announcing the availability of CIG funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities for projects carried out in the state of Vermont. A total of up to $550,000.00 is available for the Vermont CIG competition in FY 2022. All non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2022 is $550,000.00
For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.
Key Dates
Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on June 10, 2022. 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. Please limit questions to those regarding 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 applicants is scheduled for February 18, 2022 at 1 p.m. Eastern Standard Time via Microsoft Teams. Information on how to participate in the webinar will be posted to the Vermont NRCS CIG Website (Conservation Innovation Grants | NRCS Vermont (usda.gov). Applicants are encouraged to visit the Vermont State CIG website to learn more about the CIG program. The agency anticipates making selections by June 30, 2022 and expects to execute awards by September 30th, 2022. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.
Federal Funding Floor and Ceiling Amounts
The estimated funding floor for this opportunity is $10,000.00, and the estimated funding ceiling is $550,000.00. The funding floor means the minimum agreement funding amount for the Federal share per agreement awarded. The ceiling is the maximum agreement funding amount for the Federal share per agreement awarded. These numbers refer to the total agreement amount, not any specific budget period. Federal Financial Assistance Training
The funding available through this NFO is Federal financial assistance. Grants 101 Training is highly recommended for those seeking knowledge about Federal financial assistance. The training is free and available to the public via https://www.cfo.gov/grants-training/. It consists of five modules covering each of the following topics: 1) laws, regulations, and guidance; 2) financial assistance mechanisms; 3) uniform guidance administrative requirements; 4) cost principles; and 5) risk management and single audit. FPAC agencies also apply Federal financial assistance regulations to certain non-assistance awards (e.g., non-assistance cooperative agreements). |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Wayne Mattingly
Grants Management Specialist Email:wayne.mattingly@usda.gov |
Related Documents
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Wayne Mattingly Grants Management Specialist Email: wayne.mattingly@usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | PKG00271916 | Feb 08, 2022 | Jun 10, 2022 | View |
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