This grant is for critical invasive plant control and ecological restoration efforts within Arizona’s National Wildlife Refuges. Invasive species pose a serious threat to the health and integrity of these vital natural communities. The Southwest Conservation Corps (SWCC) is uniquely qualified to perform this work, utilizing efficient and economical hand crews. These crews are indispensable as they can operate in areas inaccessible to heavy equipment or aerial spraying, including fragile habitats. Their work includes re-treating and maintaining existing restoration sites and addressing new infestations. This initiative is crucial for preserving the delicate ecosystems of the refuges, offering a cost-effective solution while simultaneously providing valuable work experience and skill development for SWCC members, fostering future conservationists.
Opportunity ID: 47358
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | INVSPC9-001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Invasive Plant Control/Restoration Projects |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | Challenge Cost Share |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.642 — Challenge Cost Share |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 13, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 22, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 22, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 21, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $32,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $32,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible Applicants are limited to Southwest Conservation Corps |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | Unique Qualifications – The applicant is uniquely qualified to perform the activity based upon the specific need in which the work is accomplished. Eligible applicants are limited to Southwest Conservation Corps (SWCC). The SWCC provides the needed service by utilizing hand crews that are both efficient and economical. Invasive species pose a serious threat to the health and integrity of natural communities within Arizona’s National Wildlife Refuges. An integral part of the invasive species program is the use of hand crews. Hand crews can work in areas where it is not possible or practical to use heavy equipment or aerial spraying. Hand crews can be used to re-treat and maintain restoration sites, to treat new infestations, to work in fragile habitat, and to reach areas not readily accessible to heavy equipment or aircraft. SWCC crews provide an effective economical means to meet this need and they benefit by gaining valuable work experience. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Debbie Pike
Administrative Technician Phone 928-345-4910 Email:debbie_pike@fws.gov |
Version History
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Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Debbie Pike Administrative Technician Phone 928-345-4910 Email: debbie_pike@fws.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.642 | PKG00012117 | May 13, 2009 | May 22, 2009 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
47358 SF424-2.0.pdf
Optional forms
47358 SF424D-1.1.pdf
47358 SF424C-1.0.pdf
47358 SF424B-1.1.pdf
47358 SF424A-1.0.pdf
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