Opportunity ID: 353168

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-OH-CTA-24-NOFO0001377
Funding Opportunity Title: Ohio Natural Resources Conservation Service Energy Technical Assistance
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 2
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Mar 25, 2024
Last Updated Date: May 29, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications: May 24, 2024 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jul 03, 2024 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Archive Date: Aug 02, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,500,000
Award Ceiling: $1,500,000
Award Floor: $100,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
City or township governments
County governments
Special district governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
State governments
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is directing resources toward climate-smart agriculture and forestry (CSAF) conservation practices, including those for energy efficiency. NRCS is providing funding for a partnership to provide technical assistance to NRCS and producers on energy practices. Information related to NRCS CSAF practices can be found at the following web address: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/NRCS-CSAF-Mitigation-Activities-List.pdf.

A total of up to $1,500,000 is available in fiscal year 2024. All agreements will be five years in duration. Additional funds may be added to agreement in later years as funds become available. Total funding is dependent on the Federal Budget and technical workload in Ohio.  

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.

Key Dates

Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 3, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.

For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed. 

The agency anticipates making selections by July 18, 2024, and expects to execute awards by August 1, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change. 

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Erick Purifoy

Grantor
Email:erick.purifoy@usda.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
Extend the close date May 29, 2024
Mar 25, 2024

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-OH-CTA-24-NOFO0001377
Funding Opportunity Title: Ohio Natural Resources Conservation Service Energy Technical Assistance
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 2
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Mar 25, 2024
Last Updated Date: May 29, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications: May 24, 2024 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jul 03, 2024 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Archive Date: Aug 02, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,500,000
Award Ceiling: $1,500,000
Award Floor: $100,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
City or township governments
County governments
Special district governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
State governments
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is directing resources toward climate-smart agriculture and forestry (CSAF) conservation practices, including those for energy efficiency. NRCS is providing funding for a partnership to provide technical assistance to NRCS and producers on energy practices. Information related to NRCS CSAF practices can be found at the following web address: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/NRCS-CSAF-Mitigation-Activities-List.pdf.

A total of up to $1,500,000 is available in fiscal year 2024. All agreements will be five years in duration. Additional funds may be added to agreement in later years as funds become available. Total funding is dependent on the Federal Budget and technical workload in Ohio.  

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.

Key Dates

Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 3, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.

For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed. 

The agency anticipates making selections by July 18, 2024, and expects to execute awards by August 1, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change. 

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Erick Purifoy

Grantor
Email:erick.purifoy@usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-OH-CTA-24-NOFO0001377
Funding Opportunity Title: Ohio Natural Resources Conservation Service Energy Technical Assistance
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 2
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 1
Posted Date: Mar 25, 2024
Last Updated Date: Mar 25, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 24, 2024 Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Archive Date: Jun 23, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,500,000
Award Ceiling: $1,500,000
Award Floor: $100,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: State governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
County governments
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
City or township governments
Special district governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is directing resources toward climate-smart agriculture and forestry (CSAF) conservation practices, including those for energy efficiency. NRCS is providing funding for a partnership to provide technical assistance to NRCS and producers on energy practices. Information related to NRCS CSAF practices can be found at the following web address: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/NRCS-CSAF-Mitigation-Activities-List.pdf.

A total of up to $1,500,000 is available in fiscal year 2024. All agreements will be five years in duration. Additional funds may be added to agreement in later years as funds become available. Total funding is dependent on the Federal Budget and technical workload in Ohio.  

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.

Key Dates

Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on May 24, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.

For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed. 

The agency anticipates making selections by June 24, 2024, and expects to execute awards by July 24, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change. 

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Erick Purifoy

Grantor
Email:erick.purifoy@usda.gov

Folder 353168 Full Announcement-CTA-Ohio FY2024 -> USDA-NRCS-OH-CTA-24-NOFO0001377.pdf

Folder 353168 Other Supporting Documents-Support Table -> Current_and_Pending_Support_Table_20230404.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Erick Purifoy
Grantor
Email: erick.purifoy@usda.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
10.902 PKG00285551 Mar 25, 2024 Jul 03, 2024 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

353168 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf

353168 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

353168 SF424A-1.0.pdf

353168 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

353168 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf

Optional forms

353168 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

353168 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

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