Opportunity ID: 338651

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-FL-CIG-22-NOFO0001150
Funding Opportunity Title: Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2022 – Florida
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: Mar 10, 2022
Last Updated Date: May 10, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications: Aug 31, 2022 Applicants must submit applications via Grants.gov. Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on August 31, 2022. An application submitted or resubmitted after the deadline is late (an application is considered on time at 11:59.59 pm ET, but it is late at 12:00 am ET). Late submissions will not be reviewed or considered. The agency will rely on system generated date and time receipt documentation for submission made.
Current Closing Date for Applications: Aug 31, 2022 Applicants must submit applications via Grants.gov. Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on August 31, 2022. An application submitted or resubmitted after the deadline is late (an application is considered on time at 11:59.59 pm ET, but it is late at 12:00 am ET). Late submissions will not be reviewed or considered. The agency will rely on system generated date and time receipt documentation for submission made.
Archive Date: Sep 30, 2022
Estimated Total Program Funding: $900,000
Award Ceiling: $250,000
Award Floor: $25,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Individuals
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Special district governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Small businesses
City or township governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
County governments
Private institutions of higher education
State governments
Independent school districts
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility: Any award made pursuant to this NFO will be made to a single entity. Applicants that apply as “partnerships” or other similar groupings must clearly describe the relationship between the applicant and the “partner” parties. In all but exceptional cases, it must be reflected in the award as an awardee/sub awardee relationship.The technical assistance required to carry out a project is the responsibility of the grantee. All CIG projects must involve EQIP-eligible producers that meet EQIP’s eligibility requirements listed in 7 CFR § 1466.6(b)(1) through (3):• Be in compliance with the highly erodible land and wetland conservation provisions (7 CFR Part 12). • Be a person, legal entity, joint operation, Indian tribe, or native corporation who is engaged in agricultural production or forestry management or has an interest in the agricultural or forestry operation as defined in 7 CFR Part 1400. • Have control of the land involved for the term of the proposed contract period. In addition, all agricultural producers receiving a payment through participation in a CIG project must have an Adjusted Gross Income that does not exceed $900,000.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary

 

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is being released prior to appropriation and/or apportionment of funds for fiscal year 2022 or 2023. Enactment of additional continuing resolutions or an appropriations act may affect the availability or level of funding for this program.

 

NRCS is announcing this CIG NFO to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities for projects carried out in the state of Florida. A total of up to $900,000 is expected for awards to be executed from this Florida CIG competition. All non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award from this NFO is $250,000.

 

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. 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 August 31, 2022. 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. 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.  

Two webinars for CIG applicants are scheduled for May 4, 2022, at 10 a.m. and June 1, 2022, at 10 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. Information on how to participate in the webinar will be posted to the Florida CIG website. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Florida CIG website to learn more about the CIG program.  The PowerPoint slides from the CIG Webinar are included in the Related Documents Tab in this NOFO as the USDA NRCS FL CIG Webinar attachment.

The agency anticipates making selections by September 30, 2022 and expects to execute awards by December 30, 2022. These dates are estimates and are subject to change. Projects may be between 1 and 3 years in duration. Applicants should plan their projects based on an estimated project start date of January 16, 2023.

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

Lyn Millhiser

GMS

Phone 919-873-2029
Email:lyn.millhiser@usda.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
The PowerPoint slides from the CIG Webinar have been added to the Related Documents Tab in this NOFO as the USDA NRCS FL CIG Webinar attachment for USDA-NRCS-FL-CIG-22-NOFO0001150. May 10, 2022

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-FL-CIG-22-NOFO0001150
Funding Opportunity Title: Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2022 – Florida
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: Mar 10, 2022
Last Updated Date: May 10, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications: Aug 31, 2022 Applicants must submit applications via Grants.gov. Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on August 31, 2022. An application submitted or resubmitted after the deadline is late (an application is considered on time at 11:59.59 pm ET, but it is late at 12:00 am ET). Late submissions will not be reviewed or considered. The agency will rely on system generated date and time receipt documentation for submission made.
Current Closing Date for Applications: Aug 31, 2022 Applicants must submit applications via Grants.gov. Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on August 31, 2022. An application submitted or resubmitted after the deadline is late (an application is considered on time at 11:59.59 pm ET, but it is late at 12:00 am ET). Late submissions will not be reviewed or considered. The agency will rely on system generated date and time receipt documentation for submission made.
Archive Date: Sep 30, 2022
Estimated Total Program Funding: $900,000
Award Ceiling: $250,000
Award Floor: $25,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Individuals
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Special district governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Small businesses
City or township governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
County governments
Private institutions of higher education
State governments
Independent school districts
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility: Any award made pursuant to this NFO will be made to a single entity. Applicants that apply as “partnerships” or other similar groupings must clearly describe the relationship between the applicant and the “partner” parties. In all but exceptional cases, it must be reflected in the award as an awardee/sub awardee relationship.The technical assistance required to carry out a project is the responsibility of the grantee. All CIG projects must involve EQIP-eligible producers that meet EQIP’s eligibility requirements listed in 7 CFR § 1466.6(b)(1) through (3):• Be in compliance with the highly erodible land and wetland conservation provisions (7 CFR Part 12). • Be a person, legal entity, joint operation, Indian tribe, or native corporation who is engaged in agricultural production or forestry management or has an interest in the agricultural or forestry operation as defined in 7 CFR Part 1400. • Have control of the land involved for the term of the proposed contract period. In addition, all agricultural producers receiving a payment through participation in a CIG project must have an Adjusted Gross Income that does not exceed $900,000.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary

 

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is being released prior to appropriation and/or apportionment of funds for fiscal year 2022 or 2023. Enactment of additional continuing resolutions or an appropriations act may affect the availability or level of funding for this program.

 

NRCS is announcing this CIG NFO to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities for projects carried out in the state of Florida. A total of up to $900,000 is expected for awards to be executed from this Florida CIG competition. All non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award from this NFO is $250,000.

 

For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. 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 August 31, 2022. 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. 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.  

Two webinars for CIG applicants are scheduled for May 4, 2022, at 10 a.m. and June 1, 2022, at 10 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. Information on how to participate in the webinar will be posted to the Florida CIG website. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Florida CIG website to learn more about the CIG program.  The PowerPoint slides from the CIG Webinar are included in the Related Documents Tab in this NOFO as the USDA NRCS FL CIG Webinar attachment.

The agency anticipates making selections by September 30, 2022 and expects to execute awards by December 30, 2022. These dates are estimates and are subject to change. Projects may be between 1 and 3 years in duration. Applicants should plan their projects based on an estimated project start date of January 16, 2023.

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

Lyn Millhiser

GMS

Phone 919-873-2029
Email:lyn.millhiser@usda.gov

Folder 338651 Full Announcement-CIG Florida FY 2022 -> FY 2022 FL CIG Full Announcement.pdf

Folder 338651 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Florida FY 2022 -> Appendices A – D for CIG NFOs_2022.02.14.pdf

Folder 338651 Other Supporting Documents-CIG Florida FY 2022 -> USDA NRCS Florida CIG Webinar.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Lyn Millhiser
GMS
Phone 919-873-2029
Email: lyn.millhiser@usda.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
10.912 PKG00272512 Apr 15, 2022 Aug 31, 2022 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

338651 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf

338651 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf

338651 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

338651 SF424A-1.0.pdf

338651 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

338651 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf

Optional forms

338651 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

338651 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

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