This grant, the Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program (BPMGP), aims to bolster the U.S. bison industry by funding projects that enhance the production, marketing, and overall business and resource development of bison and its products. It actively seeks innovative and practical solutions to long-term industry challenges, emphasizing approaches that address needs across broad geographic areas within the United States. Successful applications should demonstrate clear, measurable benefits for bison producers, encourage strong partnerships among bison industry organizations and tribal entities, and reduce duplication of effort among participating groups. This initiative is designed to strengthen the economic viability, sustainability, and collaborative spirit within the national bison farming sector.
Opportunity ID: 358257
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-AMS-TM-BPMGP-G-25-0001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.192 — Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 16, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 17, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 26, 2025 Applicants must submit applications electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. prior to the deadlines listed on this RFA. AMS cannot consider applications received after this deadline for funding. See AMS’ Late Applications, Denials and/or Appeal Procedures Policy. Only applications submitted and validated by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the application due date to Grants.gov will be accepted. See AMS’ Late and/or Non-Responsive Applications Policy. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 22, 2025 Applicants must submit applications electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. prior to the deadlines listed on this RFA. AMS cannot consider applications received after this deadline for funding. See AMS’ Late Applications, Denials and/or Appeal Procedures Policy. Only applications submitted and validated by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the application due date to Grants.gov will be accepted. See AMS’ Late and/or Non-Responsive Applications Policy. |
| Archive Date: | May 22, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | See RFA section 3.0 |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Agricultural Marketing Service |
| Description: | The purpose of BPMGP is to support projects that strengthen and enhance the production and marketing of bison and bison products in the United States, including the improvement of business and resource development and the development of innovative approaches to solve long-term needs.High quality applications will propose practical solutions for succinctly described needs and problems in the bison industry and address those problems over a broad relevant geographic coverage area. Applicants should seek to deliver measurable benefits for bison producers, encourage partnerships among bison industry organizations and tribes, and reduce duplication of effort among participating organizations. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants/bpmgp |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program
BPMGP@usda.gov Email:BPMGP@usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has amended the Request for Applications (RFA) and extended the deadline for the Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program (BPMGP) to April 22, 2025. Amendments to the RFA primarily clarify instructions for applicants, particularly to emphasize that the program is open to applicants who propose a plan and demonstrate capacity to manage a competitive subaward program under this opportunity. | Mar 17, 2025 | |
| Jan 16, 2025 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-AMS-TM-BPMGP-G-25-0001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.192 — Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 16, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 17, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 26, 2025 Applicants must submit applications electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. prior to the deadlines listed on this RFA. AMS cannot consider applications received after this deadline for funding. See AMS’ Late Applications, Denials and/or Appeal Procedures Policy. Only applications submitted and validated by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the application due date to Grants.gov will be accepted. See AMS’ Late and/or Non-Responsive Applications Policy. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 22, 2025 Applicants must submit applications electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. prior to the deadlines listed on this RFA. AMS cannot consider applications received after this deadline for funding. See AMS’ Late Applications, Denials and/or Appeal Procedures Policy. Only applications submitted and validated by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the application due date to Grants.gov will be accepted. See AMS’ Late and/or Non-Responsive Applications Policy. |
| Archive Date: | May 22, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | See RFA section 3.0 |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Agricultural Marketing Service |
| Description: | The purpose of BPMGP is to support projects that strengthen and enhance the production and marketing of bison and bison products in the United States, including the improvement of business and resource development and the development of innovative approaches to solve long-term needs.High quality applications will propose practical solutions for succinctly described needs and problems in the bison industry and address those problems over a broad relevant geographic coverage area. Applicants should seek to deliver measurable benefits for bison producers, encourage partnerships among bison industry organizations and tribes, and reduce duplication of effort among participating organizations. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants/bpmgp |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program
BPMGP@usda.gov Email:BPMGP@usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-AMS-TM-BPMGP-G-25-0001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.192 — Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 16, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 16, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 26, 2025 Applicants must submit applications electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. prior to the deadlines listed on this RFA. AMS cannot consider applications received after this deadline for funding. See AMS’ Late Applications, Denials and/or Appeal Procedures Policy. Only applications submitted and validated by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the application due date to Grants.gov will be accepted. See AMS’ Late and/or Non-Responsive Applications Policy. |
| Archive Date: | Apr 25, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | See RFA section 3.0 |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Agricultural Marketing Service |
| Description: | The purpose of BPMGP is to support projects that strengthen and enhance the production and marketing of bison and bison products in the United States, including the improvement of business and resource development and the development of innovative approaches to solve long-term needs.High quality applications will propose practical solutions for succinctly described needs and problems in the bison industry and address those problems over a broad relevant geographic coverage area. Applicants should seek to deliver measurable benefits for bison producers, encourage partnerships among bison industry organizations and tribes, and reduce duplication of effort among participating organizations. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants/bpmgp |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program
BPMGP@usda.gov Email:BPMGP@usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 358257 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Bison_RFA_Compliant_011425.pdf
Folder 358257 Revised Full Announcement-Revised Full Announcement -> Bison_RFA_Compliant_031325.pdf
Folder 358257 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> BPMGP_Project_Narrative_Compliant_011525.pdf
Folder 358257 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> PartneringOrganizationTemplateLetter.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program BPMGP@usda.gov Email: BPMGP@usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.192 | USDA-AMS-TM-BPMGP-G-25-0001 | Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program | PKG00290153 | Mar 17, 2025 | Apr 22, 2025 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
358257 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
358257 Project_AbstractSummary_2_0-2.0.pdf
358257 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
358257 SF424A-1.0.pdf
358257 SF424B-1.1.pdf
358257 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
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