Opportunity ID: 352067

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-SC-MULTI-24-NOFO0001344
Funding Opportunity Title: Climate Smart Conservation Collaboration – SOUTH CAROLINA
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: 10
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: Jan 29, 2024
Last Updated Date: Jan 31, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications: Mar 29, 2024 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on March 29, 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.
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 05, 2024 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 5, 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.
Archive Date: May 05, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,200,000
Award Ceiling: $500,000
Award Floor: $75,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
County 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
State governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Small businesses
Special district governments
Independent school districts
Additional Information on Eligibility: Applicant entities identified in the SAM.gov exclusions database as ineligible, prohibited/restricted, or excluded from receiving Federal contracts and certain Federal assistance and benefits will not be considered for Federal funding, as applicable to the funding being requested under this Federal program (2 CFR 200.206(d)). Neither foreign entities nor individuals are eligible to apply for this opportunity.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is being released prior to appropriation and/or apportionment of funds for fiscal year 2024. Enactment of additional continuing resolutions or an appropriations act may affect the availability or level of funding for this program.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing potential availability of cooperative agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing the utilization and implementation of climate smart conservation practices (specifically conservation cover crop and various forestry practices) and encouraging collaboration between conservation partners for the purpose of promoting climate-smart management and sound science to enhance health and productivity on agricultural lands. Proposals are requested for competitive consideration for cooperative agreement awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration located in the State of South Carolina. See Section C.1 of this announcement for eligible applicant type. This notice identifies the objectives, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for projects. Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant.

Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 5, 2024. The agency anticipates making selections by May 3, 2024, and expects to execute awards by June 28, 2024Applicants should plan their projects based on an estimated project start date of July 15, 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.

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

Lyn Millhiser

GMS
Email:lyn.millhiser@usda.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
Grants.gov has added a required Forms Package to this announcement. The application deadline has been extended to April 5, 2024. The agency anticipates making selections by May 3, 2024. Jan 31, 2024
The Application Deadline or Close Date is modified from 3/29/2024 to 4/01/2024. Jan 29, 2024
Jan 29, 2024

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-SC-MULTI-24-NOFO0001344
Funding Opportunity Title: Climate Smart Conservation Collaboration – SOUTH CAROLINA
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: 10
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: Jan 29, 2024
Last Updated Date: Jan 31, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications: Mar 29, 2024 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on March 29, 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.
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 05, 2024 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 5, 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.
Archive Date: May 05, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,200,000
Award Ceiling: $500,000
Award Floor: $75,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
County 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
State governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Small businesses
Special district governments
Independent school districts
Additional Information on Eligibility: Applicant entities identified in the SAM.gov exclusions database as ineligible, prohibited/restricted, or excluded from receiving Federal contracts and certain Federal assistance and benefits will not be considered for Federal funding, as applicable to the funding being requested under this Federal program (2 CFR 200.206(d)). Neither foreign entities nor individuals are eligible to apply for this opportunity.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is being released prior to appropriation and/or apportionment of funds for fiscal year 2024. Enactment of additional continuing resolutions or an appropriations act may affect the availability or level of funding for this program.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing potential availability of cooperative agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing the utilization and implementation of climate smart conservation practices (specifically conservation cover crop and various forestry practices) and encouraging collaboration between conservation partners for the purpose of promoting climate-smart management and sound science to enhance health and productivity on agricultural lands. Proposals are requested for competitive consideration for cooperative agreement awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration located in the State of South Carolina. See Section C.1 of this announcement for eligible applicant type. This notice identifies the objectives, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for projects. Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant.

Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 5, 2024. The agency anticipates making selections by May 3, 2024, and expects to execute awards by June 28, 2024Applicants should plan their projects based on an estimated project start date of July 15, 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.

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

Lyn Millhiser

GMS
Email:lyn.millhiser@usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-SC-MULTI-24-NOFO0001344
Funding Opportunity Title: Climate Smart Conservation Collaboration – SOUTH CAROLINA
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: 10
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Jan 29, 2024
Last Updated Date: Jan 29, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Apr 01, 2024 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 1, 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.
Archive Date: May 01, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,200,000
Award Ceiling: $500,000
Award Floor: $75,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Independent school districts
State governments
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Private institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Special district governments
Small businesses
County governments
City or township governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility: Applicant entities identified in the SAM.gov exclusions database as ineligible, prohibited/restricted, or excluded from receiving Federal contracts and certain Federal assistance and benefits will not be considered for Federal funding, as applicable to the funding being requested under this Federal program (2 CFR 200.206(d)). Neither foreign entities nor individuals are eligible to apply for this opportunity.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is being released prior to appropriation and/or apportionment of funds for fiscal year 2024. Enactment of additional continuing resolutions or an appropriations act may affect the availability or level of funding for this program.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing potential availability of cooperative agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing the utilization and implementation of climate smart conservation practices (specifically conservation cover crop and various forestry practices) and encouraging collaboration between conservation partners for the purpose of promoting climate-smart management and sound science to enhance health and productivity on agricultural lands. Proposals are requested for competitive consideration for cooperative agreement awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration located in the State of South Carolina. See Section C.1 of this announcement for eligible applicant type. This notice identifies the objectives, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for projects. Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant.

Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on April 1, 2024. The agency anticipates making selections by May 1, 2024, and expects to execute awards by June 28, 2024Applicants should plan their projects based on an estimated project start date of July 15, 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.

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

Lyn Millhiser

GMS
Email:lyn.millhiser@usda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: USDA-NRCS-SC-MULTI-24-NOFO0001344
Funding Opportunity Title: Climate Smart Conservation Collaboration – SOUTH CAROLINA
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: 10
Assistance Listings: 10.902 — Soil and Water Conservation
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 1
Posted Date: Jan 29, 2024
Last Updated Date: Jan 29, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Mar 29, 2024 Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on March 29, 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.
Archive Date: Apr 28, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,200,000
Award Ceiling: $500,000
Award Floor: $75,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Independent school districts
State governments
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Private institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Special district governments
Small businesses
County governments
City or township governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility: Applicant entities identified in the SAM.gov exclusions database as ineligible, prohibited/restricted, or excluded from receiving Federal contracts and certain Federal assistance and benefits will not be considered for Federal funding, as applicable to the funding being requested under this Federal program (2 CFR 200.206(d)). Neither foreign entities nor individuals are eligible to apply for this opportunity.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Description:

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) is being released prior to appropriation and/or apportionment of funds for fiscal year 2024. Enactment of additional continuing resolutions or an appropriations act may affect the availability or level of funding for this program.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing potential availability of cooperative agreements for the purpose of leveraging NRCS resources, addressing the utilization and implementation of climate smart conservation practices (specifically conservation cover crop and various forestry practices) and encouraging collaboration between conservation partners for the purpose of promoting climate-smart management and sound science to enhance health and productivity on agricultural lands. Proposals are requested for competitive consideration for cooperative agreement awards for projects between 1 and 3 years in duration located in the State of South Carolina. See Section C.1 of this announcement for eligible applicant type. This notice identifies the objectives, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for projects. Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice. Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant.

Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on March 29, 2024. The agency anticipates making selections by May 1, 2024, and expects to execute awards by June 28, 2024Applicants should plan their projects based on an estimated project start date of July 15, 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.

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

Lyn Millhiser

GMS
Email:lyn.millhiser@usda.gov

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Folder 352067 Other Supporting Documents-Other Support Docs SC FY 2024 -> 01 APPENDIX A-APPENDIX B-APPENDIX C for NFOs_2022.02.14.pdf

Folder 352067 Other Supporting Documents-Other Support Docs SC FY 2024 -> 01 General Terms and Conditions.pdf

Folder 352067 Other Supporting Documents-Other Support Docs SC FY 2024 -> 01 Current_and_Pending_Support_Table_20230404.pdf

Folder 352067 Other Supporting Documents-Other Support Docs SC FY 2024 -> 01 Applicant Contact Information_20230227.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Lyn Millhiser
GMS
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
10.902 PKG00284642 Apr 05, 2024 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

352067 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf

352067 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

352067 SF424A-1.0.pdf

352067 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

352067 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf

Optional forms

352067 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

352067 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

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