Opportunity Information: Apply for F19AS00208
Ecological Modeling and Monitoring to Inform Avian Conservation in the Intermountain West - Phase II is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service funding opportunity under the Department of the Interior focused on strengthening the science base behind bird conservation across the Intermountain West Joint Venture (IWJV) geography. The IWJV covers all or major portions of 11 western states and is described as one of the largest and most ecologically diverse Joint Ventures in North America. Because the region is so large and varied, the opportunity highlights a common problem in broad-scale conservation: if strategies are not well targeted, it becomes hard to tell where limited conservation dollars will actually make the biggest difference, and whether many local projects add up to measurable progress toward larger regional or continental bird objectives.
The grant is framed around the idea that a strategic, science-driven approach is essential given two realities the IWJV is facing at the same time: scarce resources and an enormous scope of habitat and species needs. In practical terms, the emphasis is on ecological modeling and monitoring as tools to guide decisions. Modeling is meant to help identify priority places, habitats, and actions that are most likely to produce meaningful benefits for avian conservation across this multi-state landscape. Monitoring is positioned as the companion piece that helps evaluate whether investments are working, whether outcomes observed at project sites can be scaled up, and whether cumulative actions across many locations are moving the needle on broader conservation goals.
Administratively, this opportunity is listed as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement, which generally signals substantial involvement by the federal agency in coordinating, shaping, or collaborating on the work during the project period. The funding activity category is environment, and the CFDA listing provided is 15.678. The posted record indicates it was created May 7, 2019, with an original closing date of May 14, 2019.
This notice is specifically described as an intent to award a single-source cooperative agreement through the Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) network to the University of Montana, citing DOI Policy 505 DM (2). That means it is not being competed in the usual open way; instead, it is directed to a named partner through an established federal-university partnership mechanism (the CESU network) used for collaborative research, technical assistance, and applied science. The listing also notes this is a continuation award, with a ceiling of $625,000. The record shows an expected number of awards as 5, but the narrative text emphasizes single-source intent for this Phase II action, suggesting the broader program may encompass multiple related actions or increments while this specific notice is oriented to a particular continuation effort.
Overall, the opportunity is about improving conservation effectiveness across a massive, heterogeneous region by using coordinated science to answer two central questions: where conservation should be focused to achieve the greatest impact, and how to measure whether site-level projects collectively deliver progress toward large-scale avian conservation targets.Apply for F19AS00208
- The Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Ecological Modeling and Monitoring to Inform Avian Conservation in the Intermountain West - Phase II" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.678.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 07, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 14, 2019 This is a notice of intent to award a single source cooperative agreement through the Rocky Mountain CESU network to the University of Montana in accordance with DOI Policy 505 DM (2) Continuation. (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 $625,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 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 the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled Ecological Modeling and Monitoring to Inform Avian Conservation in the Intermountain West - Phase II.
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
This is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service funding opportunity under the Department of the Interior.
What is the main purpose of the award?
The purpose is to strengthen the science base behind bird conservation across the Intermountain West Joint Venture (IWJV) geography by using ecological modeling and monitoring to better target conservation strategies and evaluate whether conservation investments are producing measurable progress toward larger bird objectives.
What problem is this opportunity trying to solve?
It addresses a common challenge in broad-scale conservation: when strategies are not well targeted across a very large and diverse region, it becomes difficult to determine where limited conservation dollars will make the biggest difference and whether many local projects collectively add up to measurable progress toward regional or continental avian conservation goals.
What geographic area does the IWJV cover?
The IWJV covers all or major portions of 11 western states and is described as one of the largest and most ecologically diverse Joint Ventures in North America.
What types of activities are emphasized in this Phase II effort?
The notice emphasizes two connected activity areas:
- Ecological modeling to identify priority places, habitats, and actions most likely to produce meaningful benefits for avian conservation across the multi-state landscape.
- Monitoring to evaluate whether investments are working, whether outcomes at project sites can be scaled up, and whether cumulative actions across many locations contribute to broader conservation goals.
Why are modeling and monitoring both highlighted?
Modeling is framed as the tool to guide where conservation should be focused for greatest impact, while monitoring is framed as the companion tool to determine whether actions are achieving results and whether site-level outcomes translate into progress at larger regional or continental scales.
How is the award described administratively (grant type and structure)?
The opportunity is listed as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
As described, a cooperative agreement generally signals substantial involvement by the federal agency during the project period, such as coordinating, shaping, or collaborating on the work.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is environment.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA listing provided is 15.678.
When was the opportunity record created and when was it originally set to close?
The posted record indicates it was created on May 7, 2019, with an original closing date of May 14, 2019.
Is this a competitive, open application opportunity?
No. The notice is specifically described as an intent to award a single-source cooperative agreement, meaning it is not being competed in the usual open way.
Who is the intended recipient of this single-source award?
The notice indicates the intent is to make the award through the Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) network to the University of Montana.
What is the CESU network in the context of this notice?
In this listing, the CESU network is described as an established federal-university partnership mechanism used for collaborative research, technical assistance, and applied science.
Is this award new funding or a continuation of previous work?
The listing notes this is a continuation award, and the title indicates it is Phase II, which aligns with continuing a prior effort.
What is the maximum funding amount mentioned for this continuation award?
The notice provides a funding ceiling of $625,000.
How many awards are expected?
The record shows an expected number of awards as 5. However, the narrative text emphasizes single-source intent for this Phase II action, suggesting the broader program context may include multiple related actions or increments while this specific notice is directed to a particular continuation effort.
What central conservation questions does the opportunity focus on?
The opportunity is framed around two central questions:
- Where conservation should be focused to achieve the greatest impact across a massive, diverse region.
- How to measure whether site-level projects collectively deliver progress toward large-scale avian conservation targets.
Why does the notice stress a "strategic, science-driven approach"?
It states that the IWJV is facing scarce resources alongside an enormous scope of habitat and species needs. A science-driven approach is presented as essential to make conservation investments more effective and demonstrably tied to outcomes.
What does "broad-scale conservation" mean in the context of this notice?
In this context, it refers to conservation planning and evaluation across the IWJV's multi-state geography, where many local projects may occur but need to be aligned and assessed to determine whether they contribute to measurable progress at regional or continental scales.
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