Educational Partnership Program (11.481)

 

Program

11.481 Educational Partnership Program

 

Federal Agency

NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION (NOAA), NOAA RESEARCJ, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

 

Authorization

15 U.S.C. 1540, Executive Orders 13256, 13230 and 13021.

 

Program Number

11.481

 

Last Known Status

Active

 

Objectives

To develop a program aimed at increasing research and educational partnerships between NOAA and Minority Serving Institutions. Partnerships will be achieved through the establishment of new Cooperative Science Centers in atmospheric, oceanic, environmental sciences, and remote sensing (AOES). An Environmental Entrepreneurship Program will be implemented that will support restoration projects in environmentally depleted zones and program development in AOES at minority serving institutions.

 

Types of Assistance

Project Grants (Cooperative Agreements).

 

Uses and Use Restrictions

Funds may be used to support a distinguished professor, research, development programs and students undertaking course work and/or research in NOAA related sciences at minority serving institutions.

 

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant Eligibility

Applicants are defined as qualified minority serving institutions based on the 2001 United States Department of Education definition of minority serving institutions. Non- minority institutions may also participate in this program when partnered with a minority serving institution. Institutions applying to become a designated Cooperative Science Center in atmospheric, oceanic and environmental sciences and remote sensing must have a graduate program in the respective category.

Beneficiary Eligibility

The benefits to the Nation are an increased number of academic institutions capable of providing services and products in support of the agency's mission to describe and predict changes in the environment, and to conserve and manage the nation's coastal and marine resources to ensure sustainable economic opportunities. Collaboration among NOAA and academic institutions will not only increase the number of trained professionals in the NOAA related sciences, it will also lead to a larger number of institutions participating in collaborative research and co-management of the nation's natural resources with State, local and tribal governments.

Credentials/Documentation

Applicants are required to satisfy all DoC/NOAA standards and regulations, including routine and special terms and conditions, for financial assistance programs application and conduct. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-21 for educational institutions.

 

Application and Award Process

Preapplication Coordination

None. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure

Submission of an application package which includes the Standard Form SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance, SF-424A Budget Information Non-Construction Programs, SF-424B Assurances Non-Construction Programs, statement of work, budget and supporting details, and CD-511 Certifications Regarding Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters, Drug Free Workplace Requirements, and Lobbying must be used when applying for Federal funds. This program is subject to the provisions of 15 CFR Part 14.

Award Procedure

Awards are made on the basis of proposal evaluation, technical review and administrative review.

Deadlines

Applications for annual funding must be received by NOAA Office of Finance and Administration, 60 days following the announcement in the Federal Register.

 

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time

Appeals

None.

Renewals

Cooperative activities are generally approved on an annual fiscal year basis, but may be continued for up to three years, subject to approved time frame, program development plan, satisfactory progress, and availability of funds.

 

Assistance Considerations

Formula and Matching Requirements

None.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance

From 1 to 3 years with funding approved annually.

 

Post Assistance Requirements

Reports

Periodic progress and financial reports are required. However, the reporting frequency may be changed to be more or less frequent progress reports should summarize work accomplished and explain situations where expected work has not been completed. Financial reports must indicate use of funds during the semi-annual period. Final reports are due ninety days after expiration of the award.

Audits

Recipients will be subject to the provisions of the Single Audit Act Amendments of l996 and revised OMB Circular A-133, "Audits of States and Local Governments and Nonprofit Organizations".

Records

Financial records and support documents and all other records, i.e. property, performance, work products, patents etc. pertinent to the agreement shall be maintained for a period of three years from the date on which the final expenditure report is submitted.

 

Program Accomplishments

NOAA funded four Cooperative Science Centers will be established at minority institutions in the areas of atmospheric, oceanic and environmental sciences and remote sensing. In addition, NOAA funded proposals in support of environmental restoration and program development in the full range of natural and social sciences that support the agency's mission.

 

Financial Information

Account Identification

13-1450-0-1-306.

Obligations

(Grants; Cooperative Agreements) FY 02 $13,300,000; FY 03 est $13,300,000; and FY 04 est $13,300,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance

$20,000 to $2,500,000 per year.

 

Regulations, Guidelines and Literature

For cost principles, see OMB Circular No. A-21, "Cost Principles for Educational Institutions". For grants administration requirements, see 15 CFR Part 14, "Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Nonprofit Organizations".

 

Related Programs

None.

 

Information Contacts

Regional or Local Office

None.

Headquarters Office

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Education Partnership Program, Office of Finance and Administration, 1315 East-West Highway, SSMC 3, Room 10600, Silver Spring, MD 20910. Telephone: (301) 713-9437. Attn: Jacqueline J. Rousseau.

Web Site Address

http://epp.noaa.gov

 

Examples of Funded Projects

a. Cooperative Science Centers b. Program Development and Enhancement Projects c. Demonstration Research Projects.

 

Criteria for Selecting Proposals

Proposals are subject to a review process taking into consideration the applicant(s) Performance Plan, research plans, scientific merit, investigator's qualifications, cost and available funds. Proposals must undergo a rigorous technical review and comply with all OMB, DoC and NOAA grant policies and procedures. Specific information about the selection process will be included in the solicitation.

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