This Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) grant is for stimulating the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, while leveraging federal investment to enhance the environment in conjunction with agricultural production. The Maryland Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) aim to transfer conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches into NRCS technical guides or the private sector, emphasizing scaling proven strategies and sharing knowledge. This grant funds innovative on-the-ground conservation projects, including pilot projects and field demonstrations. While generally not funding research, it supports on-farm conservation research defined as statistically valid investigations conducted with farm-scale equipment. Eligible applicants include Indian Tribes, state/local governments, non-governmental organizations, and individuals from Maryland, for projects up to three years.
Opportunity ID: 293009
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MD-CIG-1701 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Maryland Conservation Innovation Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 05, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 05, 2017 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 02, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 12, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 01, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses Small businesses City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education State governments Individuals Public and State controlled institutions of higher education County governments Special district governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
| Description: | Overview:The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, while leveraging the Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches (such as market-based systems) into NRCS technical manuals and guidesor to the private sector. CIG is used to apply or demonstrate previously proven technology in order to increase adoption with an emphasis on opportunities to scale proven, emerging conservation strategies. CIG promotes sharing of skills, knowledge, technologies, and facilities among communities, governments, and other institutions to ensure that scientific and technological developments are accessible to a wider range of users. CIG funds projects targetinginnovative on-the-ground conservation, including pilot projects and field demonstrations. CIG does not fund research projects, with the exception of on-farm conservation research. On-farm conservation research is defined as an investigation conducted to answer a specified conservation-related question using a statistically valid design, while employing farm-scale equipment on farm fields. Specifically, a valid study design will use an appropriate number ofreplications and statistical analysis of results. To the extent NRCS funds research projects through CIG, the Agency will only fund research projects that stimulate innovative approaches to natural resource management in conjunction with agricultural production.NRCS will accept proposals under this notice for single or multiyear projects, not to exceed three years, submitted by eligible entities from Maryland. Eligible entities include Indian Tribes, State and local units of government, non-governmental organizations, and individuals.Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant. Complete proposals received by applicable deadlines will be evaluated by a Technical Review Panel based on the Proposal Evaluation Criteriaidentified in the instructions in section V.B.The Technical Review Panel will make its recommendations for project approval to the NRCS State Conservationist who will make the final selections. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS MD CIG Homepage |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Aileen Anderson- Admin. Contact
21168 State Route 232 Watertown, NY 13601-0838 Phone: (315) 221-5884 Email:Aileen.Anderson@wdc.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| correct closing date. | Apr 05, 2017 | |
| Apr 05, 2017 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MD-CIG-1701 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Maryland Conservation Innovation Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 05, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 05, 2017 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 02, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 12, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 01, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | For profit organizations other than small businesses Small businesses City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education State governments Individuals Public and State controlled institutions of higher education County governments Special district governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
| Description: | Overview:The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, while leveraging the Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches (such as market-based systems) into NRCS technical manuals and guidesor to the private sector. CIG is used to apply or demonstrate previously proven technology in order to increase adoption with an emphasis on opportunities to scale proven, emerging conservation strategies. CIG promotes sharing of skills, knowledge, technologies, and facilities among communities, governments, and other institutions to ensure that scientific and technological developments are accessible to a wider range of users. CIG funds projects targetinginnovative on-the-ground conservation, including pilot projects and field demonstrations. CIG does not fund research projects, with the exception of on-farm conservation research. On-farm conservation research is defined as an investigation conducted to answer a specified conservation-related question using a statistically valid design, while employing farm-scale equipment on farm fields. Specifically, a valid study design will use an appropriate number ofreplications and statistical analysis of results. To the extent NRCS funds research projects through CIG, the Agency will only fund research projects that stimulate innovative approaches to natural resource management in conjunction with agricultural production.NRCS will accept proposals under this notice for single or multiyear projects, not to exceed three years, submitted by eligible entities from Maryland. Eligible entities include Indian Tribes, State and local units of government, non-governmental organizations, and individuals.Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant. Complete proposals received by applicable deadlines will be evaluated by a Technical Review Panel based on the Proposal Evaluation Criteriaidentified in the instructions in section V.B.The Technical Review Panel will make its recommendations for project approval to the NRCS State Conservationist who will make the final selections. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS MD CIG Homepage |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Aileen Anderson- Admin. Contact
21168 State Route 232 Watertown, NY 13601-0838 Phone: (315) 221-5884 Email:Aileen.Anderson@wdc.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-MD-CIG-1701 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Maryland Conservation Innovation Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 05, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 02, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 01, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | State governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Special district governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Small businesses Individuals City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Private institutions of higher education County governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Natural Resources Conservation Service |
| Description: | Overview:
The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies, while leveraging the Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection in conjunction with agricultural production. CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches (such as market-based systems) into NRCS technical manuals and guides NRCS will accept proposals under this notice for single or multiyear projects, not to exceed three years, submitted by eligible entities from Maryland. Eligible entities include Indian Tribes, State and local units of government, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant. Complete proposals received by applicable deadlines will be evaluated by a Technical Review Panel based on the Proposal Evaluation Criteria The Technical Review Panel will make its recommendations for project approval to the NRCS State Conservationist who will make the final selections. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NRCS MD CIG Homepage |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Aileen Anderson- Admin. Contact
21168 State Route 232 Watertown, NY 13601-0838 Phone: (315) 221-5884 Email:Aileen.Anderson@wdc.usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 293009 Full Announcement-MD CIG APF -> 2017 APF.CIG-MD.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Aileen Anderson- Admin. Contact 21168 State Route 232 Watertown, NY 13601-0838 Phone: (315) 221-5884 Email: Aileen.Anderson@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 | PKG00231853 | Apr 05, 2017 | May 12, 2017 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
293009 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
293009 SF3881-1.0.pdf
293009 SF424B-1.1.pdf
293009 SF424A-1.0.pdf
293009 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
293009 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
293009 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
293009 AD_3030_1_1-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
293009 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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