The Department of the Interior – Bureau of Land Management is offering this FY23 IIJA grant specifically for projects focused on Recreation and Visitor Services. This grant is for the purpose of enhancing the quality and accessibility of recreational opportunities across public lands managed by the Bureau. It seeks to support initiatives that improve visitor experiences, maintain vital infrastructure, and ensure the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources for public enjoyment. Funds are intended to foster well-managed recreational areas, promote responsible outdoor activities, and provide essential visitor services. This includes efforts to develop and maintain trails, campgrounds, and access points, while also ensuring the safety and education of visitors. The closing date for applications is March 24, 2023.
Opportunity ID: 345514
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | L23AS00168 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY23 IIJA Bureau of Land Management Headquarters (HQ) Recreation and Visitor Services |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.225 — Recreation and Visitor Services |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 23, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 23, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 24, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date.Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected by the following rounds:Open from January 23, 2023 through March 24, 2023 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 24, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date.Applications will be reviewed, rated, ranked and selected by the following rounds:Open from January 23, 2023 through March 24, 2023 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $895,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $350,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Independent school districts Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments City or township governments Special district governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) County governments Private institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities |
| 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. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Land Management |
| Description: | Department of the Interior – Bureau of Land Management Headquarters (HQ) Recreation and Visitor Services |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Noel Miller
namiller@blm.gov Email:namiller@blm.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
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Related Documents
Folder 345514 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Foa_Content_of_L23AS00168.pdf
Folder 345514 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Attachment B Budget Narrative.pdf
Folder 345514 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> 03 (M) 15.225 Attachment A.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Noel Miller namiller@blm.gov Email: namiller@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.225 | L23AS00168 | FY23 IIJA Bureau of Land Management Headquarters (HQ) Recreation and Visitor Services | PKG00279362 | Jan 23, 2023 | Mar 24, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
345514 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
345514 SF424A-1.0.pdf
345514 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
345514 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
345514 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
345514 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
345514 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
345514 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
345514 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
345514 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
345514 SF424D-1.1.pdf
345514 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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