The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has launched a funding opportunity under the number L24AS00116, titled “FY24 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas (MT/DAK) Recreation and Visitor Services Program.” This program, with an estimated total funding of $1.3 million, is designed to enhance recreational opportunities and visitor services in Montana and the Dakotas. The initiative focuses on improving the experience for visitors and ensuring sustainable use of natural resources.
Eligibility for this cooperative agreement includes a wide range of applicants, such as government entities, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations. The BLM aims to support projects that contribute to the development and improvement of recreational facilities, services, and opportunities in the region. With an award ceiling of $250,000 and a floor of $15,000, this program seeks to empower diverse initiatives that will enhance outdoor recreation and visitor engagement while preserving the natural beauty and ecological integrity of the region. This funding opportunity highlights the BLM’s commitment to fostering enjoyable and sustainable recreational experiences in Montana and the Dakotas.
Opportunity ID: 351004
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L24AS00116 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY24 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas (MT/DAK) Recreation and Visitor Services Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | |
| Expected Number of Awards: | |
| CFDA Number(s): | 15.225 — Recreation and Visitor Services |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 15, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 15, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 15, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected by the following rounds: Open from November 15, 2023 through January 15, 2024Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 15, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due dates. Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected by the following rounds: Open from November 15, 2023 through January 15, 2024Extensions to NOFO close dates will be unallowed, except in extenuating circumstances. |
| Archive Date: | |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $ 1,300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $15,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Special district governments Independent school districts City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Private institutions of higher education |
| 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.CESUs are partnerships with a purpose to promote, conduct, and provide research, studies, assessments, monitoring, technical assistance, and educational services. If a cooperative agreement is awarded to a CESU partner under a formally negotiated Master CESU agreement which is consistent with the CESU purpose, indirect costs are limited to a rate of no-more-than 17.5 percent of the indirect cost base recognized in the partner’s Federal Agency-approved Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA). Applicant’s should specify if their proposal furthers the purpose of the CESU program, and if so which CESU Network should be considered as host. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | Department of the Interior – Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas (MT/DAK) Recreation and Visitor Services |
| Link to Additional Information: | |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Beesan Abder-Ruhman
babderruhman@blm.gov |
03 (M) 15.225 Attachment A
Attachment B Budget Narrative