The Department of the Interior is offering the Experienced Services Program grant, a significant single opportunity spanning five years. This grant is for leveraging specialized expertise to support critical activities carried out by the USGS, benefiting the American people. Funded through the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, and The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, this program aims to address key national priorities. Authorized activities encompass vital areas such as climate science, energy policy, national park stewardship, mining and mineral resource management, comprehensive water resource development, and ensuring safe drinking water. This initiative provides a pathway for experienced professionals to contribute to essential public service. The application period for this program concludes on February 23, 2023.
Opportunity ID: 343669
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | G23AS00024 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Experienced Services Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.072 — USGS Experienced Services Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 20, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 14, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 20, 2022 Applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m., CT, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 23, 2023 Applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m., CT, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $34,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | 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) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Awards under this funding opportunity are limited to qualified nonprofit organizations subject to 26 U.S.C. 501 (c)(3) of the tax code and must be designated by the Secretary of Labor as eligible to receive funds under Title V of the Older Americans Act of 1965. Proof of eligibility must be submitted with application. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: | This is a single opportunity for five years under the Department of the Interior Experienced Services Program, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, Part Division G, Section 111, Public Law 117-103, The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act), Public Law 117-58. Program activities will be carried out under a variety of authorizations that allow the USGS to serve the American people including: Organic Act of March 3, 1879 (43 U.S.C. 31 et seq.); The National Climate Program Act of 1978 (15 U.S.C 2901-2908); Energy Policy Act of 1992 (30 U.S.C. 1028); National Park Service Organic Act of 1916 (16 U.S.C. 17 et seq.); Mining and Minerals Policy Act of 1970 (30 U.S.C. 21(a)); Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (33 U.S.C. 1271); and Safe Drinking Water Act Amendments of 1996 (42 U.S.C. 300(f) et seq.). A more extensive list of authorizations can be found at the USGS Office of Budget, Planning and Integration (BPI) website. |
| Link to Additional Information: | USGS OAG Reston Acquisition Branch, 205 National Center, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 2019 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Kristine Murray
Contracting Officer Email:Contracting Officer |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| NOTICE: Announcement has already closed, no new applications accepted. It is being reopened to attach an application that was timely submitted before 10/20/2022 due date. | Feb 14, 2023 | |
| Sep 20, 2022 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | G23AS00024 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Experienced Services Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.072 — USGS Experienced Services Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 20, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 14, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 20, 2022 Applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m., CT, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 23, 2023 Applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m., CT, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $34,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | 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) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Awards under this funding opportunity are limited to qualified nonprofit organizations subject to 26 U.S.C. 501 (c)(3) of the tax code and must be designated by the Secretary of Labor as eligible to receive funds under Title V of the Older Americans Act of 1965. Proof of eligibility must be submitted with application. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: | This is a single opportunity for five years under the Department of the Interior Experienced Services Program, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, Part Division G, Section 111, Public Law 117-103, The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act), Public Law 117-58. Program activities will be carried out under a variety of authorizations that allow the USGS to serve the American people including: Organic Act of March 3, 1879 (43 U.S.C. 31 et seq.); The National Climate Program Act of 1978 (15 U.S.C 2901-2908); Energy Policy Act of 1992 (30 U.S.C. 1028); National Park Service Organic Act of 1916 (16 U.S.C. 17 et seq.); Mining and Minerals Policy Act of 1970 (30 U.S.C. 21(a)); Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (33 U.S.C. 1271); and Safe Drinking Water Act Amendments of 1996 (42 U.S.C. 300(f) et seq.). A more extensive list of authorizations can be found at the USGS Office of Budget, Planning and Integration (BPI) website. |
| Link to Additional Information: | USGS OAG Reston Acquisition Branch, 205 National Center, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 2019 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Kristine Murray
Contracting Officer Email:Contracting Officer |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | G23AS00024 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Experienced Services Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.072 — USGS Experienced Services Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 20, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 20, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 20, 2022 Applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m., CT, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $34,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | 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) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Awards under this funding opportunity are limited to qualified nonprofit organizations subject to 26 U.S.C. 501 (c)(3) of the tax code and must be designated by the Secretary of Labor as eligible to receive funds under Title V of the Older Americans Act of 1965. Proof of eligibility must be submitted with application. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: | This is a single opportunity for five years under the Department of the Interior Experienced Services Program, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, Part Division G, Section 111, Public Law 117-103, The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act), Public Law 117-58. Program activities will be carried out under a variety of authorizations that allow the USGS to serve the American people including: Organic Act of March 3, 1879 (43 U.S.C. 31 et seq.); The National Climate Program Act of 1978 (15 U.S.C 2901-2908); Energy Policy Act of 1992 (30 U.S.C. 1028); National Park Service Organic Act of 1916 (16 U.S.C. 17 et seq.); Mining and Minerals Policy Act of 1970 (30 U.S.C. 21(a)); Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (33 U.S.C. 1271); and Safe Drinking Water Act Amendments of 1996 (42 U.S.C. 300(f) et seq.). A more extensive list of authorizations can be found at the USGS Office of Budget, Planning and Integration (BPI) website. |
| Link to Additional Information: | USGS OAG Reston Acquisition Branch, 205 National Center, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 2019 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Kristine Murray
Contracting Officer Email:Contracting Officer |
Related Documents
Folder 343669 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> G23AS00024.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Kristine Murray Contracting Officer Email: Contracting Officer |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.072 | G23AS00024 | Experienced Services Program | PKG00279885 | Feb 14, 2023 | Feb 23, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
343669 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
343669 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
343669 SF424A-1.0.pdf
343669 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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