Opportunity Information: Apply for W9126G 23 2 SOI 2590
This funding opportunity is a Department of Defense, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) request for Statements of Interest (SOIs) for a cooperative agreement focused on rivercane restoration science and Tribal engagement support for the USACE Tribal Nations Technical Center of Expertise (TNTCX). At this stage, applicants are not being asked to submit a full technical proposal or a detailed budget. Instead, USACE intends to use SOI responses to identify qualified organizations that could carry out the work described in the Statement of Objectives (SOO) and potentially be invited or selected for award.
The anticipated project centers on a rivercane restoration study at the Robert S. Kerr Lock and Dam and Reservoir. The TNTCX is looking for a partner that can help advance the science behind rivercane (often associated with canebrake habitats) and translate that science into practical restoration actions at the site. A major emphasis is on testing and evaluating on-the-ground implementation approaches, including water management and/or land management practices that may improve rivercane establishment, growth, and long-term persistence. The expectation is not just to generate research results, but to produce applied outcomes that can be incorporated into a standard operating procedure (SOP) or other guidance documents that USACE and partners can use for future management and restoration work.
A key technical component specifically called out is genetic testing of local rivercane populations. USACE is interested in using genetics to better understand the viability of local populations and the variability of canebrake habitat at the site. In practical terms, this signals interest in questions like whether different stands are genetically distinct, how diverse local populations are, and how that information should influence restoration decisions such as sourcing plant material, maintaining genetic diversity, and matching restoration methods to habitat conditions. The SOO (referenced as an attachment in the notice) is the controlling document for the detailed required activities, deliverables, and scope, and applicants are expected to align their SOI to those requirements.
Funding is expected to be about 100,000 dollars for the base period, with the possibility of additional funding for optional tasks and/or follow-on work in later years. The posted award ceiling is 200,000 dollars, and USACE anticipates making one award. The period of performance for the base period is 12 months from the date of award, with one optional follow-on period of an additional 12 months. Because it is a cooperative agreement rather than a standard grant, applicants should expect substantial involvement from the federal partner (USACE) during project planning, coordination, and execution, which often includes shared decision-making, iterative review of work products, and close collaboration on stakeholder engagement and implementation steps.
Administratively, the opportunity is listed under Funding Opportunity Number W9126G 23 2 SOI 2590 and CFDA 12.005, categorized under science and technology and other research and development. The eligible applicants field is listed as "Others" with additional eligibility details referenced in the full notice, so interested organizations should confirm eligibility requirements in the official posting and any accompanying instructions. The original posting dates indicate a creation date of April 18, 2023, and an original closing date of May 18, 2023, which sets the response window for submitting the SOI.
For questions or submission-related communication, the notice lists two USACE contacts: Maria Lopez, Grants Specialist with the USACE Fort Worth District (Maria.E.Lopez@usace.army.mil, 817-886-1881), and Chanley Jenkins, Project Manager with the USACE Fort Worth District (chanley.r.jenkins@usace.army.mil, 918-798-9628).Apply for W9126G 23 2 SOI 2590
- The Department of Defense in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Rivercane Science and Tribal Engagement Support for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Tribal Nations Technical Center of Expertise" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 12.005.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 18, 2023.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 18, 2023. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a Department of Defense, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) request for Statements of Interest (SOIs) for a cooperative agreement. The work focuses on rivercane restoration science and Tribal engagement support for the USACE Tribal Nations Technical Center of Expertise (TNTCX).
Is this a request for a full proposal?
No. At this stage, USACE is not asking for a full technical proposal or a detailed budget. USACE intends to use SOI responses to identify qualified organizations that could carry out the work described in the Statement of Objectives (SOO) and potentially be invited or selected for award.
What is USACE planning to do with the SOI submissions?
USACE plans to use SOI submissions to identify qualified organizations aligned with the SOO and to determine which organizations may be invited or selected for an award under this opportunity.
What is the project location or study area?
The anticipated project centers on a rivercane restoration study at the Robert S. Kerr Lock and Dam and Reservoir.
What is the overall purpose of the project?
The project aims to advance the science behind rivercane (often associated with canebrake habitats) and translate that science into practical restoration actions at the site, with an emphasis on testing and evaluating on-the-ground implementation approaches.
What types of restoration approaches are emphasized?
The notice emphasizes testing and evaluating on-the-ground implementation approaches, including water management and/or land management practices that may improve rivercane establishment, growth, and long-term persistence.
Is the project expected to produce applied outcomes or just research findings?
The expectation is to produce applied outcomes that can be incorporated into a standard operating procedure (SOP) or other guidance documents that USACE and partners can use for future management and restoration work, not only research results.
What technical component is specifically highlighted in the notice?
Genetic testing of local rivercane populations is specifically called out. USACE is interested in using genetics to better understand the viability of local populations and the variability of canebrake habitat at the site.
How might genetics be used in the restoration effort?
Based on the notice, genetics may be used to understand whether different stands are genetically distinct, how diverse local populations are, and how that information should influence restoration decisions such as sourcing plant material, maintaining genetic diversity, and matching restoration methods to habitat conditions.
What document controls the detailed scope, required activities, and deliverables?
The Statement of Objectives (SOO), referenced as an attachment in the notice, is described as the controlling document for the detailed required activities, deliverables, and scope. SOIs are expected to align to the SOO requirements.
What type of award is anticipated?
USACE anticipates a cooperative agreement rather than a standard grant.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
Because it is a cooperative agreement, applicants should expect substantial involvement from USACE during project planning, coordination, and execution. The notice describes this as potentially including shared decision-making, iterative review of work products, and close collaboration on stakeholder engagement and implementation steps.
How much funding is expected for the base period?
Funding is expected to be about $100,000 for the base period.
Is additional funding possible beyond the base period?
Yes. The notice states there is a possibility of additional funding for optional tasks and/or follow-on work in later years.
What is the award ceiling?
The posted award ceiling is $200,000.
How many awards does USACE expect to make?
USACE anticipates making one award.
What is the period of performance?
The period of performance for the base period is 12 months from the date of award, with one optional follow-on period of an additional 12 months.
Who is the USACE office associated with this opportunity?
The listed contacts are with the USACE Fort Worth District, indicating that district is associated with administration and project management for this opportunity.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is W9126G 23 2 SOI 2590.
What is the CFDA number listed for this opportunity?
The notice lists CFDA 12.005.
How is this opportunity categorized?
The opportunity is categorized under science and technology and other research and development.
Who is eligible to apply?
The eligible applicants field is listed as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced in the full notice. Interested organizations are expected to confirm eligibility requirements in the official posting and any accompanying instructions.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The original posting dates indicate a creation date of April 18, 2023, and an original closing date of May 18, 2023. These dates define the response window for submitting the SOI.
Who should be contacted with questions about the opportunity?
The notice lists two USACE contacts: Maria Lopez (Grants Specialist, USACE Fort Worth District) and Chanley Jenkins (Project Manager, USACE Fort Worth District).
What are the contact details for Maria Lopez?
Email: Maria.E.Lopez@usace.army.mil. Phone: 817-886-1881.
What are the contact details for Chanley Jenkins?
Email: chanley.r.jenkins@usace.army.mil. Phone: 918-798-9628.
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