NRCS offers the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program to encourage the introduction of innovative conservation methods and technologies. Eligible entities from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Caribbean Area, and Pacific Islands Area can apply for funding of up to $10 million in FY 2018. U.S.-based non-Federal entities and individuals are welcome to submit project proposals, with awards capped at $2 million. Projects may run for 1 to 3 years. Federal agencies are the only entities not eligible to apply for this funding opportunity. Applications must be received by February 26, 2018, 12:00:00 AM EST.
Opportunity ID: 299499
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-NHQ-CIG-001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Announcement for Program Funding for NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2018 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 18, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 26, 2018 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 26, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 28, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | All U.S.-based non-federal entities and individuals, with the exception of Federal agencies, are eligible to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | USDA-NRCS-NHQ |
| Description: | NRCS is announcing the availability of CIG to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications will be accepted from eligible entities in any of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific Islands Area (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands). A total of up to $10 million is available for CIG in FY 2018. All United States (U.S.)-based non-Federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of Federal agencies. Projects may be between 1 and 3 years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2018 is $2 million. |
| Link to Additional Information: | USDA NRCS CIG Program Website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
USDA NRCS CIG Staff
Phone: (202) 720-1895 Email: nrcscig@wdc.usda.gov USDA-NRCS 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Room 6143-S Washington, D.C. 20250 Email:nrcscig@wdc.usda.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 299499 Full Announcement-USDA-NRCS-NHQ-CIG-001 -> USDA-NRCS-NHQ-CIG-001.pdf
Folder 299499 Other Supporting Documents-Samples and Form Instructions -> Sample_Budget_B mod.pdf
Folder 299499 Other Supporting Documents-Samples and Form Instructions -> Sample Project Description A.pdf
Folder 299499 Other Supporting Documents-Samples and Form Instructions -> Pledge Agreement In-kind.pdf
Folder 299499 Other Supporting Documents-Samples and Form Instructions -> Sample_Budget_C mod.pdf
Folder 299499 Other Supporting Documents-Samples and Form Instructions -> Sample_Budget_A.pdf
Folder 299499 Other Supporting Documents-Samples and Form Instructions -> SF424 – SF424A – Budget Instructions.pdf
Folder 299499 Other Supporting Documents-Samples and Form Instructions -> 2018_CIG_FactSheet_Template.pdf
Folder 299499 Other Supporting Documents-Samples and Form Instructions -> Pledge Agreement Cash.pdf
Folder 299499 Other Supporting Documents-Samples and Form Instructions -> Sample Executive Summary.pdf
Folder 299499 Other Supporting Documents-Samples and Form Instructions -> Sample Project Description B.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | USDA NRCS CIG Staff Phone: (202) 720-1895 Email: nrcscig@wdc.usda.gov USDA-NRCS 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Room 6143-S Washington, D.C. 20250 Email: nrcscig@wdc.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | PKG00237126 | Dec 18, 2017 | Feb 26, 2018 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
299499 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
299499 SF3881-1.0.pdf
299499 SF424B-1.1.pdf
299499 SF424A-1.0.pdf
299499 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
299499 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
299499 AD_3030_1_1-1.1.pdf
299499 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
299499 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
299499 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
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