Opportunity ID: 272028

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Funding Opportunity Title: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 65
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 8
Posted Date: Jan 26, 2015
Last Updated Date: Apr 29, 2015
Original Closing Date for Applications: Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for pre-porposal only.
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 01, 2015 The closing date of May 1st, (12am EST) 2015 is for submission of selected full proposal applications only.
Archive Date: Jun 01, 2015
Estimated Total Program Funding: $20,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $0

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Special district governments
State governments
Individuals
County governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Private institutions of higher education
Small businesses
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description: The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration.
Link to Additional Information: NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Frankie Comfort

Grants & Agreements Specialist

Phone 202-720-0242
Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
To extend closing date and time from April 30th, (4pm EST) to May 1st, (12am EST), 2015. Apr 29, 2015
To extend closing date deadline for submission of full proposals. Apr 29, 2015
To revised closing date for submission of full proposal applications for selected applicants. Apr 29, 2015
For selected applicants to submit their full proposals applications only. Apr 09, 2015
To include URL for applicants to electronically access the CIG Homepage. Apr 09, 2015
To include application package. Jan 27, 2015
To include application package. Jan 27, 2015
Jan 27, 2015

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 8

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Funding Opportunity Title: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 65
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 8
Posted Date: Jan 26, 2015
Last Updated Date: Apr 29, 2015
Original Closing Date for Applications: Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for pre-porposal only.
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 01, 2015 The closing date of May 1st, (12am EST) 2015 is for submission of selected full proposal applications only.
Archive Date: Jun 01, 2015
Estimated Total Program Funding: $20,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $0

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Special district governments
State governments
Individuals
County governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Private institutions of higher education
Small businesses
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description: The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration.
Link to Additional Information: NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Frankie Comfort

Grants & Agreements Specialist

Phone 202-720-0242
Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 7

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Funding Opportunity Title: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 65
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 7
Posted Date: Apr 29, 2015
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 30, 2015 The closing date of April 30, 2015 is for submission of full proposal applications only.
Archive Date: May 30, 2015
Estimated Total Program Funding: $20,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $0

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: For profit organizations other than small businesses
County governments
Individuals
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
State governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Private institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Small businesses
Special district governments
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description: The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration.
Link to Additional Information: NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Frankie Comfort

Grants & Agreements Specialist

Phone 202-720-0242
Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 6

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Funding Opportunity Title: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 65
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 6
Posted Date: Apr 29, 2015
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 30, 2015 The closing date of April 30, 2015 is for submission of full proposal applications only.
Archive Date: May 30, 2015
Estimated Total Program Funding: $20,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $0

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: For profit organizations other than small businesses
County governments
Individuals
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
State governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Private institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Small businesses
Special district governments
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description: The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration.
Link to Additional Information: NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Frankie Comfort

Grants & Agreements Specialist

Phone 202-720-0242
Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Funding Opportunity Title: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 65
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 5
Posted Date: Apr 09, 2015
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for submission of pre-proposal applications only.
Archive Date: Mar 26, 2015
Estimated Total Program Funding: $20,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $0

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: For profit organizations other than small businesses
County governments
Individuals
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
State governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Private institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Small businesses
Special district governments
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description: The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration.
Link to Additional Information: NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Frankie Comfort

Grants & Agreements Specialist

Phone 202-720-0242
Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Funding Opportunity Title: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 65
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 4
Posted Date: Apr 09, 2015
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for submission of pre-proposal applications only.
Archive Date: Mar 26, 2015
Estimated Total Program Funding: $20,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $0

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: For profit organizations other than small businesses
County governments
Individuals
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
State governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Private institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Small businesses
Special district governments
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description: The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under theUnited States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of ConservationInnovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservationapproaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District ofColumbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific IslandsArea (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmentalorganizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration.
Link to Additional Information: NRCS Home/Programs/Financial Assistance/CIG
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Frankie Comfort

Grants & Agreements Specialist

Phone 202-720-0242
Email:frankie.comfort@wdc.usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Funding Opportunity Title: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 50
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: Jan 27, 2015
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for pre-porposal only.
Archive Date: Mar 26, 2015
Estimated Total Program Funding: $20,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $5,000

Eligibility

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

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description: The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of Conservation
Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation
approaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District of
Columbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific Islands
Area (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).
NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to
$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmental
organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration.
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Frankie Comfort

Grants & Agreements Specialist

Phone 202-720-0242
Email:frankie.comfor@wdc.usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Funding Opportunity Title: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 50
Assistance Listings: 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Jan 27, 2015
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for pre-porposal only.
Archive Date: Mar 26, 2015
Estimated Total Program Funding: $20,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $5,000

Eligibility

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

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description: The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of Conservation
Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation
approaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District of
Columbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific Islands
Area (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).
NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to
$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmental
organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration.
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Frankie Comfort

Grants & Agreements Specialist

Phone 202-720-0242
Email:frankie.comfor@wdc.usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Funding Opportunity Title: USDA-NRCS-CIG-15-01
Opportunity Category: Mandatory
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Agriculture
Environment
Natural Resources
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 50
Assistance Listings: []
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 1
Posted Date: Jan 27, 2015
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Feb 24, 2015 The closing date of February 24, 2015 is for pre-porposal only.
Archive Date: Mar 26, 2015
Estimated Total Program Funding: $20,000,000
Award Ceiling: $1,000,000
Award Floor: $5,000

Eligibility

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

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description: The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing availability of Conservation
Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation
approaches and technologies. Proposals will be accepted from all 50 States, the District of
Columbia, the Caribbean Area (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), and the Pacific Islands
Area (Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).
NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2015 will be up to
$20 million. Proposals are requested from eligible governmental or non-governmental
organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration.
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Frankie Comfort

Grants & Agreements Specialist

Phone 202-720-0242
Email:frankie.comfor@wdc.usda.gov

Folder 272028 Full Announcement-1 -> FY 2015 CIG APF (3).pdf

Folder 272028 Full Announcement-2 -> FY 2015 CIG APF (3).pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Frankie Comfort
Grants & Agreements Specialist
Phone 202-720-0242
Email: frankie.comfort@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 PKG00212451 Jan 26, 2015 Feb 24, 2015 View
PKG00216111 Apr 07, 2015 May 01, 2015 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

272028 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf

272028 Budget-1.1.pdf

272028 AD_3030-1.0.pdf

272028 SF3881-1.0.pdf

272028 SF424B-1.1.pdf

272028 SF424A-1.0.pdf

Optional forms

272028 Other-1.1.pdf

Package 2

Mandatory forms

272028 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf

272028 Budget-1.1.pdf

272028 AD_3030-1.0.pdf

272028 SF3881-1.0.pdf

272028 SF424B-1.1.pdf

272028 SF424A-1.0.pdf

Optional forms

272028 Other-1.1.pdf

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