The NRCS-Kentucky State Office, under the USDA, is seeking proposals from Kentucky Conservation Districts to enhance conservation delivery through increased implementation. Funding of approximately $500,000 is available for projects up to 5 years. Proposals should focus on developing information for conservation programs, providing technical assistance, and reporting progress. Applications will be screened for compliance and completeness. The Kentucky State Conservationist may choose not to fund all proposals. Eligible entities in Kentucky can apply for single or multiyear projects under this program. Applications must be submitted by June 15, 2018, for competitive consideration.
Opportunity ID: 305247
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-CON-KY-18-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Program Funding (APF) for Conservation Implementation Acceleration Technician Positions |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Education Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 6 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.069 — Conservation Reserve Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 16, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 15, 2018 4PM EST |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 15, 2018 4PM EST |
| Archive Date: | Jul 15, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $95,000 |
| Award Floor: | $16,500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | KENTUCKY CONSERVATION DISTRICTS |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
| Description: | The NRCS -Kentucky State Office, an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is seeking support from and opportunities to partner with Kentucky Conservation Districts. The overall intent of this solicitation is to build partnerships to help enhance conservation delivery through increased conservation implementation. Proposed activities should be related to developing information for conservation program applications and contracts, providing technical assistance to ensure conservation practices meet NRCS standards and specifications, and certifying and reporting progress. Proposals will be accepted from Kentucky. NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2018 will be approximately $500,000. Proposals are requested from Kentucky Conservation Districts for competitive consideration of contribution agreements for projects up to 5 years in duration. This notice identifies the objectives, eligibility criteria, and application instructions. Applications will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncom pliant applications will be eliminated from competition and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant. The Kentucky State Conservationist reserves the right not to fund any or all applications. NRCS will accept applications under this notice for single or multiyear applications submitted by eligible entities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Kentucky NRCS website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
George Wilson
Grants Management Specialist Phone 817-509-3503 Email:george.wilson@wdc.usda.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 305247 Full Announcement-FULL ANNOUNCEMENT -> USDA-NRCS-CON-KY-18-01 FULL ANN.pdf
Folder 305247 Other Supporting Documents-REQUIRED DOCUMENTS -> SF424A_Budget Information.pdf
Folder 305247 Other Supporting Documents-REQUIRED DOCUMENTS -> CIA Proposal Summary Attachment 1.pdf
Folder 305247 Other Supporting Documents-REQUIRED DOCUMENTS -> AD_3030 for application.pdf
Folder 305247 Other Supporting Documents-REQUIRED DOCUMENTS -> AD_3031 for award.pdf
Folder 305247 Other Supporting Documents-REQUIRED DOCUMENTS -> SF424B-Assurances.pdf
Folder 305247 Other Supporting Documents-REQUIRED DOCUMENTS -> Certification Regarding Lobbying.pdf
Folder 305247 Other Supporting Documents-REQUIRED DOCUMENTS -> SF424_Application for Assistance.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | George Wilson Grants Management Specialist Phone 817-509-3503 Email: george.wilson@wdc.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.902 | PKG00242231 | May 16, 2018 | Jun 15, 2018 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
305247 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
305247 SF424B-1.1.pdf
305247 SF424A-1.0.pdf
305247 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
305247 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
305247 AD_3030_1_1-1.1.pdf
305247 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
305247 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
305247 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
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