The Department of State’s Office of Energy Programs (ENR/EGA/EP) announces a grant for U.S. non-profits and higher education institutions. This grant aims to fund training and capacity-building for foreign government stakeholders on unconventional natural gas development. Focus areas include regulations, environmental protection, policy, technical issues, geological analysis, investment climate, and best operational practices. Approximately $500,000 is available under the Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement Program (UGTEP) for cooperative agreements. Each award will have an initial 24-month performance period, fostering global expertise and effective implementation in this energy sector.
Opportunity ID: 214313
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ENR-13-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Energy |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 08, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 04, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 15, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 15, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 17, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | -Nonprofits having 501c3 status with the IRS; -Private institutions of higher education; and -Public and state controlled institutions of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Energy Resources |
| Description: | The Department of States Office of Energy Programs (ENR/EGA/EP) is pleased to announce a competition for assistance award(s) through this Request for Proposals. ENR invites U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations or institutes of higher education to submit concept papers for training programs and capacity-building engagement with foreign government stakeholders regarding the development of unconventional natural gas, especially as it relates to regulations, environmental protection, policy formation, technical issues, geological analysis, investment climate, and best practices for operational implementation under the auspices of the Departments Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement Program (UGTEP). Academic and other institutions with relevant technical/policy expertise are encouraged to apply. The Department anticipates having approximately $500,000 available for one or more cooperative agreements. The initial period of performance will be for 24 months. Funding authority rests in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. All award decisions are contingent upon the availability of funding. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Grants.gov Contact Center at 1-800-518-4726
Email:support@grants.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| See document in Synopsis attachments indicating that budget in appendix can be up to 4 pages long: 3 for required template, plus one-page narrative | Feb 04, 2013 | |
| See new attachment revising page limit guidance on budget in appendix: Section 6a. Up to four pages for the appendix budget is acceptable: 3 pages for required template, and one page for narrative. | Feb 04, 2013 | |
| Updated to include new CFDA number 19.322 and to include private, public, and state institutions of higher education among eligible applicants. | Feb 04, 2013 | |
| Updated to correct CFDA number and to include private, public, and state institutions of higher education among eligible applicants. | Jan 23, 2013 | |
| Jan 23, 2013 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ENR-13-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Energy |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 08, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 04, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 15, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 15, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 17, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | -Nonprofits having 501c3 status with the IRS; -Private institutions of higher education; and -Public and state controlled institutions of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Energy Resources |
| Description: | The Department of States Office of Energy Programs (ENR/EGA/EP) is pleased to announce a competition for assistance award(s) through this Request for Proposals. ENR invites U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations or institutes of higher education to submit concept papers for training programs and capacity-building engagement with foreign government stakeholders regarding the development of unconventional natural gas, especially as it relates to regulations, environmental protection, policy formation, technical issues, geological analysis, investment climate, and best practices for operational implementation under the auspices of the Departments Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement Program (UGTEP). Academic and other institutions with relevant technical/policy expertise are encouraged to apply. The Department anticipates having approximately $500,000 available for one or more cooperative agreements. The initial period of performance will be for 24 months. Funding authority rests in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. All award decisions are contingent upon the availability of funding. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Grants.gov Contact Center at 1-800-518-4726
Email:support@grants.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ENR-13-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Energy |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 04, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 15, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 17, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | -Nonprofits having 501c3 status with the IRS; -Private institutions of higher education; and -Public and state controlled institutions of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Energy Resources |
| Description: | The Department of States Office of Energy Programs (ENR/EGA/EP) is pleased to announce a competition for assistance award(s) through this Request for Proposals. ENR invites U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations or institutes of higher education to submit concept papers for training programs and capacity-building engagement with foreign government stakeholders regarding the development of unconventional natural gas, especially as it relates to regulations, environmental protection, policy formation, technical issues, geological analysis, investment climate, and best practices for operational implementation under the auspices of the Departments Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement Program (UGTEP). Academic and other institutions with relevant technical/policy expertise are encouraged to apply. The Department anticipates having approximately $500,000 available for one or more cooperative agreements. The initial period of performance will be for 24 months. Funding authority rests in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. All award decisions are contingent upon the availability of funding. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Grants.gov Contact Center at 1-800-518-4726
Email:support@grants.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ENR-13-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Energy |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 04, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 15, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 17, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | -Nonprofits having 501c3 status with the IRS; -Private institutions of higher education; and -Public and state controlled institutions of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Energy Resources |
| Description: | The Department of States Office of Energy Programs (ENR/EGA/EP) is pleased to announce a competition for assistance award(s) through this Request for Proposals. ENR invites U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations or institutes of higher education to submit concept papers for training programs and capacity-building engagement with foreign government stakeholders regarding the development of unconventional natural gas, especially as it relates to regulations, environmental protection, policy formation, technical issues, geological analysis, investment climate, and best practices for operational implementation under the auspices of the Departments Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement Program (UGTEP). Academic and other institutions with relevant technical/policy expertise are encouraged to apply. The Department anticipates having approximately $500,000 available for one or more cooperative agreements. The initial period of performance will be for 24 months. Funding authority rests in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. All award decisions are contingent upon the availability of funding. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Grants.gov Contact Center at 1-800-518-4726
Email:support@grants.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ENR-13-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Energy |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 23, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 15, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 17, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | -Nonprofits having 501c3 status with the IRS; -Private institutions of higher education; and -Public and state controlled institutions of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Energy Resources |
| Description: | The Department of States Office of Energy Programs (ENR/EGA/EP) is pleased to announce a competition for assistance award(s) through this Request for Proposals. ENR invites U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations to submit concept papers for training programs and capacity-building engagement with foreign government stakeholders regarding the development of unconventional natural gas, especially as it relates to regulations, environmental protection, policy formation, technical issues, geological analysis, investment climate, and best practices for operational implementation under the auspices of the Departments Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement Program (UGTEP). Academic and other institutions with relevant technical/policy expertise are encouraged to apply. The Department anticipates having approximately $500,000 available for one or more cooperative agreements.
The initial period of performance will be for 24 months. Funding authority rests in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. All award decisions are contingent upon the availability of funding. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Grants.gov Contact Center at 1-800-518-4726
Email:support@grants.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | ENR-13-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Energy |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 23, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 15, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 17, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | -Nonprofits having 501c3 status with the IRS; -Private institutions of higher education; and -Public and state controlled institutions of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Energy Resources |
| Description: | The Department of States Office of Energy Programs (ENR/EGA/EP) is pleased to announce a competition for assistance award(s) through this Request for Proposals. ENR invites U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations to submit concept papers for training programs and capacity-building engagement with foreign government stakeholders regarding the development of unconventional natural gas, especially as it relates to regulations, environmental protection, policy formation, technical issues, geological analysis, investment climate, and best practices for operational implementation under the auspices of the Departments Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement Program (UGTEP). Academic and other institutions with relevant technical/policy expertise are encouraged to apply. The Department anticipates having approximately $500,000 available for one or more cooperative agreements.
The initial period of performance will be for 24 months. Funding authority rests in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. All award decisions are contingent upon the availability of funding. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Grants.gov Contact Center at 1-800-518-4726
Email:support@grants.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 214313 Full Announcement-1 -> budget template 2013.pdf
Folder 214313 Full Announcement-1 -> rfa unconventional gas technical engagement.pdf
Folder 214313 Other Supporting Documents-Clarification re page limit for budget in appendix 1 -> update regarding section 6 budget template in appendix.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Grants.gov Contact Center at 1-800-518-4726 Email: support@grants.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.700 | ENR-13-01 | Unconventional Gas Technical Engagement | PKG00158970 | Jan 08, 2013 | Feb 15, 2013 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
214313 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
214313 Budget-1.1.pdf
214313 Project-1.1.pdf
214313 SF424A-1.0.pdf
214313 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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