Opportunity Information: Apply for BOR MP 19 N022
The grant opportunity titled "Decontamination Units to Prevent Further Dreissenid Mussels Introduction and Spread in California" is a discretionary federal funding action led by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation. It is structured as a grant under CFDA 15.517 and is grounded in the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act authorities, including Public Law 85-624 (16 U.S.C. 661 et seq., as amended) and Section 7(a) of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (16 U.S.C. 742f(a)). In practical terms, the Bureau of Reclamation is using its delegated authority to support a targeted aquatic invasive species control effort in California, specifically focused on dreissenid mussels (such as zebra and quagga mussels), which are known for spreading rapidly and causing major ecological and infrastructure damage.
Funding for the agreement is set at an estimated total federal amount of $128,000, with the full $128,000 provided in Fiscal Year 2019. The opportunity lists an award ceiling of $128,000 and anticipates a single award. While the general eligibility category shown is "State governments," the notice makes clear that the intended recipient is the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. This is presented as a Notice of Intent to Award rather than an open competition, meaning the Bureau of Reclamation is signaling its plan to make a directed award instead of soliciting proposals from multiple applicants.
The project is designed around three core objectives that reflect the main stages of invasive mussel management. First, it aims to contain mussels within waters that are already infested, limiting movement to uninfested lakes, reservoirs, rivers, and connected water systems. Second, it seeks to eradicate mussels from infested waters where feasible, recognizing that elimination can be difficult once populations are established but may be achievable under certain conditions or in specific sites. Third, it focuses on preventing any further introduction of dreissenid mussels into California, which typically includes strengthening inspection, decontamination, and related prevention measures for boats and equipment that can transport mussels or their larvae between water bodies.
Administratively, the notice emphasizes that this is not a request for competitive proposals and that any decision not to compete the award is at the government’s discretion under Departmental Manual 505 DM 2, paragraph 2.14(B)(4). The opportunity was created on September 17, 2019, with an original closing date of October 2, 2019, reflecting the timeline for the notice rather than a traditional application period. For official questions, the point of contact listed is Megan Bryant, Grants Management Specialist at the Bureau of Reclamation, reachable at mbryant@usbr.gov.Apply for BOR MP 19 N022
- The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Decontamination Units to Prevent Further Dreissenid Mussels Introduction and Spread in California" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.517.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 17, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 02, 2019. (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 $128,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Decontamination Units to Prevent Further Dreissenid Mussels Introduction and Spread in California."
Which federal agency is leading this funding action?
This is a discretionary federal funding action led by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The opportunity is structured as a grant.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed for this opportunity is 15.517.
What legal authorities support this grant?
The notice states the grant is grounded in Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act authorities, including Public Law 85-624 (16 U.S.C. 661 et seq., as amended) and Section 7(a) of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (16 U.S.C. 742f(a)).
What problem is this grant designed to address?
The project targets aquatic invasive species control in California, specifically dreissenid mussels (including zebra and quagga mussels), which can spread rapidly and cause significant ecological and infrastructure damage.
What are dreissenid mussels (as referenced in the notice)?
The notice refers to dreissenid mussels such as zebra mussels and quagga mussels, which are aquatic invasive species known for rapid spread and harmful impacts.
How much federal funding is available under this opportunity?
The estimated total federal amount is $128,000, with the full $128,000 provided in Fiscal Year 2019.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is $128,000.
How many awards are expected?
The opportunity anticipates a single award.
Is this an open, competitive grant opportunity?
No. The notice explicitly states this is not a request for competitive proposals.
What does "Notice of Intent to Award" mean in this context?
Based on the notice, it means the Bureau of Reclamation is signaling its plan to make a directed award rather than soliciting proposals from multiple applicants.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
Although the general eligibility category shown is "State governments," the notice makes clear the intended recipient is the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Who is listed as eligible according to the general eligibility category?
The general eligibility category shown is "State governments."
What are the core objectives of the project?
The project is designed around three core objectives: (1) contain mussels within waters that are already infested to limit movement to uninfested water bodies; (2) eradicate mussels from infested waters where feasible; and (3) prevent further introduction of dreissenid mussels into California, typically through stronger inspection, decontamination, and related prevention measures for boats and equipment.
What does "containment" mean as described in the opportunity?
Containment, as described, means limiting movement of mussels from infested waters to uninfested lakes, reservoirs, rivers, and connected water systems.
What does "eradication" mean as described in the opportunity?
Eradication, as described, refers to eliminating mussels from infested waters where feasible, acknowledging that removal can be difficult once populations are established but may be achievable in certain conditions or sites.
What does "prevention" include in practical terms?
The notice describes prevention as measures to stop further introduction of dreissenid mussels into California, typically including strengthening inspection, decontamination, and related prevention measures for boats and equipment that can transport mussels or their larvae between water bodies.
Does the notice mention decontamination units specifically?
Yes. The opportunity title and the prevention focus described in the notice indicate an emphasis on decontamination to reduce the risk of mussel introduction and spread.
What administrative policy is cited for the decision not to compete the award?
The notice states that any decision not to compete the award is at the government’s discretion under Departmental Manual 505 DM 2, paragraph 2.14(B)(4).
When was this opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on September 17, 2019.
What was the original closing date listed?
The original closing date was October 2, 2019.
Does the closing date function like a normal application deadline?
The notice indicates the dates reflect the timeline for the notice rather than a traditional application period, since it is not a request for competitive proposals.
Who is the point of contact for official questions?
The listed point of contact is Megan Bryant, Grants Management Specialist at the Bureau of Reclamation.
How can the point of contact be reached?
The email provided for the point of contact is mbryant@usbr.gov.
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