Take Pride

 

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) provides major economic and energy benefits on a national and local level to the taxpayers, states and the American Indian community. The BOEM oversees the exploration and development of oil, natural gas and other minerals and renewable energy alternatives on the Nations outer continental shelf. BOEM continues to look for better ways to serve the American people and to ensure that the Nation receives the best value for its resources now and into the future. The program not only supports decisions made within the Department of Interior, but also provides coastal States and local governments with the information necessary to ensure that all stages of offshore energy and mineral activities are conducted in a manner to protect both the human and natural environments. The Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA) Section 1346 mandates the conduct of environmental and socioeconomic studies needed for the assessment and management of environmental impacts on the human, marine, and coastal environments which may be affected by oil and gas or other mineral development. OCSLA Section 1345 authorizes the use of cooperative agreements with affected States to meet the requirements of OCSLA, including sharing of information, joint utilization of available expertise, formation of joint monitoring arrangements to carry out applicable Federal and State laws, regulations, and stipulations relevant to outer continental shelf operations both onshore and offshore. The purpose of the Environmental Studies Program is to obtain the information needed for the assessment and the management of environmental impacts; to predict impacts on marine biota; and to monitor the human, marine, and coastal environments to provide time series and data trend information.

General information about this opportunity
Last Known Status
Active
Program Number
15.444
Federal Agency/Office
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation, and Enforcement, Department of The Interior
Type(s) of Assistance Offered
B - Project Grants
Program Accomplishments
Fiscal Year 2020 Not Applicable, this Program is not funded this fiscal year
Fiscal Year 2021 Not Applicable, this Program is not funded this fiscal year
Fiscal Year 2022 Not Applicable, estimated this Program is not funded this fiscal year
Fiscal Year 2023 Capacity Building and Collaboration
Authorization
Under the Take Pride in America Act (16 U.S.C. §§4601-4608), to establish and maintain a public awareness campaign, in cooperation with public and private organizations and individuals, to instill in the public the importance of the appropriate use of, and appreciation for, Federal, state, and local natural and cultural resources.
Who is eligible to apply/benefit from this assistance?
Applicant Eligibility
Public and private organizations.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Research scientists, Federal, State and local decision-makers, Native American Organizations, and the general public will ultimately benefit from the program.
Credentials/Documentation
Evidence of the applicant's qualifications for performance of the proposed public awareness including past performance and professional publications, resumes, and lists of past projects must be provided.
What is the process for applying and being award this assistance?
Pre-Application Procedure
Preapplication coordination is required. This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. Limited discussions regarding funding availability and program interest are permitted. Applicants should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in their State to find out if the State has selected this program for review and for information on the process the State requires when applying for Federal assistance.
Application Procedure
2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program. 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards apply to this program. Proposals must include a full statement of work, estimated budget, and resumes. Applicants shall post their applications on Grants.gov www.grants.gov. database and enroll in a new database GrantSolutions https://home.grantsolutions.gov/home/ as specified in the Notice of Funding Opportunity. Use the standard SF-424 application forms.
Award Procedure
Awards are made on the basis of a competitive peer review of proposals by a panel consisting of government research managers and external reviewers, as appropriate. Criteria for judging proposals include mission relevance, technical merit, and the quality and appropriateness of the personnel, project management, logistics plan, safety management, permits and interagency coordination, budget/matching funds, and where appropriate, minimization of impacts. Notification of an award is issued.
Deadlines
Contact the headquarters or regional location, as appropriate for application deadlines
Approval/Disapproval Decision Time
From 90 - 270 days.
Appeals
Not applicable.
Renewals
Not applicable.
How are proposals selected?
Panels of BOEM, and non-BOEM scientists (government, public and private sector as appropriate), review and evaluate proposals. Criteria for judging proposals include mission relevance, technical merit, and the quality and appropriateness of the personnel, including past performance and publication record, project management, logistics plan, safety management, permits and interagency coordination.
How may assistance be used?
The assistance can be used to conduct public awareness related to environmental and cultural research within BOEM’s Environmental Research portfolio.
What are the requirements after being awarded this opportunity?
Reporting
Not applicable.
Auditing
Not applicable.
Records
All records must be maintained for 3 years after submission of the final financial report.
Other Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Statutory formula is not applicable to this assistance listing.

Matching requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.

MOE requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Cooperative agreements will normally be awarded for 1 to 5 years, with funding awarded incrementally; subject to availability of funds, with approximately 15% to be provided in the final year of performance. Information not available.
Who do I contact about this opportunity?
Regional or Local Office
None/Not specified.
Headquarters Office
Rodney Cluck
Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, 45600 Woodland Road,
Sterling, VA 20166 US
rodney.cluck@boem.gov
Phone: (703) 787-1087
Website Address
http://www.boem.gov
Financial Information
Account Identification
14-1917-0-1-302
Obligations
(Cooperative Agreements) FY 22$0.00; FY 23 est $158,650.00; FY 24 est $137,030.00; FY 21$0.00; FY 20$0.00; FY 18$6,400,000.00; FY 19 Estimate Not Available FY 17$5,742,696.00; FY 16$0.00; - It is anticipated that new cooperative agreement awards may be granted in a future date.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Range is $25,000 to $100,000; Average $250,000.
Regulations, Guidelines and Literature
The Environmental Studies Program is described in 30 CFR Chapter II Subchapter B Subpart M-Studies. Final reports are available online in the BOEM Environmental Studies Information System at: http://www.boem.gov/Environmental-Studies-EnvData/
Examples of Funded Projects
Not applicable.

 


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