The Office of Insular Affairs (OIA) is offering this grant through its Brown Treesnake Program, a crucial initiative to combat the severe ecological threat posed by the invasive brown treesnake. This grant is for the critical purpose of preventing the species’ catastrophic dispersal from Guam to other vulnerable geographical areas, safeguarding unique ecosystems. Funding will support comprehensive research initiatives aimed at effective population control and suppression strategies, with the ambitious and ultimate goal of the complete eradication of the brown treesnake. Furthermore, this program is dedicated to assisting with vital native species restoration efforts, helping to restore ecological balance in affected habitats. This initiative underscores OIA’s profound commitment to protecting biodiversity and ecological health in the region.
Opportunity ID: 220094
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | OIA-2013-BTS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY 2013 OIA Brown Treesnake Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Invasive species (brown treesnake) population control and suppression. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 6 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.875 — Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 11, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 29, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 29, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 28, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,200,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants are limited to members of the Brown Treesnake Technical Working Group which includes, but is not limited to, representatives of the governments of Guam, the Commonwealth Northern Mariana Islands, and the State of Hawaii. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of the Interior |
| Description: | The Brown Treesnake Control Program is focused on preventing the dispersal of this invasive species from Guam to other geographic areas and funding research in support of population control and suppression with the ultimate goal of eradication. In addition, the program assists with native species restoration efforts.
Please refer to the application instructions for additional information. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Faride Kraft
Program Specialist Phone 202-219-1335 Email:faride_kraft@ios.doi.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
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Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Faride Kraft Program Specialist Phone 202-219-1335 Email: faride_kraft@ios.doi.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.875 | OIA-2013-BTS | FY 2013 Brown Treesnake Program | PKG00164213 | Feb 11, 2013 | Mar 29, 2013 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
220094 Project-1.1.pdf
220094 SF424A-1.0.pdf
220094 SF424B-1.1.pdf
220094 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
Optional forms
220094 SF424D-1.1.pdf
220094 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
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