This BLM OR/WA – CESU grant is specifically designed to advance the development and evaluation of biological control agents. The core objective is to furnish economical and environmentally sustainable control options for managing invasive plant species, integrating these solutions into broader Integrated Pest Management programs. A critical component of this initiative involves meticulously determining which biological agents are most suitable, readily available, and demonstrably effective. This strategic approach is paramount for actively preventing and halting the proliferation of invasive plant species across vast expanses of public lands, thereby preserving native ecosystems and biodiversity. The grant supports research vital for sustainable ecological management.
Opportunity ID: 239821
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L13AS00204 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | BLM OR/WA – CESU, Biological Control Agent Evaluation and Development |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.231 — Fish, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Resource Management |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 13, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 13, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 13, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 12, 2014 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $38,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | The objective is to develop and evaluate biological control agents to provide economical and sustainable control options for invasive plant species as part of a complete Integrated Pest Management program. Determining which biological agents are suitable, available and effective, is a critical step in stopping the spread of invasive plant species across public lands. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Click on APPLICATION tab above to download full announcement instructions and application package |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jessica Clark, 503-808-6226
j1clark@blm.gov Email:j1clark@blm.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 239821 Full Announcement-1 -> l13as00204 bio control agent evaluation.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Jessica Clark, 503-808-6226 j1clark@blm.gov Email: j1clark@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.231 | PKG00183094 | Aug 13, 2013 | Sep 13, 2013 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
239821 SF424-2.0.pdf
239821 Project-1.1.pdf
239821 Budget-1.1.pdf
239821 SF424A-1.0.pdf
239821 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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