A Federal agency is offering this non-competitive grant to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS/NRC) for a critical study on earthquake-induced soil liquefaction assessment. This grant is specifically for the NAS/NRC to leverage its unique qualifications in providing independent, unbiased scientific and technical advice. In fulfilling this purpose, the National Academy of Sciences adheres strictly to policies and procedures outlined in Section 15 of the Federal Advisory Committee Act. These guidelines ensure public access and address conflicts of interest when the Academy provides expert advice and recommendations to Federal agencies. The funding will enable the Academy to undertake essential actions related to state-of-the-art and practice in this vital area of research.
Opportunity ID: 121033
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | R11AP81544 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | State of the Art and Practice in Earthquake Induced Soil Liquefaction Assessment Study |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.507 — WaterSMART (Sustaining and Manage America’s Resources for Tomorrow) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 07, 2011 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 19, 2011 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 19, 2011 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 20, 2011 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $200,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Reclamation – Denver Office |
| Description: | Notice of Intent to Award funds under a non-competitive status, based on unique qualifications to the National Academy of Sciences to undertake actions. The NAS/NRC, in accordance with its Congressional Charter, provides independent, unbiased scientific and technical advice without perceived interference or management of findings and recommendations. In particular, the NAS/NRC follows policies and procedures that implement Section 15 of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S. C. app., Section 15 regarding public access and conflicts of interest that are applicable when providing advice or recommendations to a Federal agency. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Michelle Maher
Grants Officer Phone 303-445-2025 Email:mmaher@usbr.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 121033 Full Announcement-1 -> notice-of-intent-to-award_fy11.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Michelle Maher Grants Officer Phone 303-445-2025 Email: mmaher@usbr.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.507 | R11AP81544 | Notice of Intent to Award Funds to the National Academy of Sciences | PKG00077152 | Sep 07, 2011 | Sep 19, 2011 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
121033 SF424_Mandatory-1.1.pdf