Opportunity Information: Apply for G24AS00400
The US Geological Survey (USGS) is soliciting proposals for a discretionary cooperative agreement under the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Program, specifically through the Great Rivers Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit. The opportunity is focused on applied research and related technical work that improves understanding of floodplain processes in the Upper Mississippi River System, with an emphasis on how surface water and groundwater interact (surface/subsurface hydrology), how floodplain soils function and change, and how vegetation responds to and influences these hydrologic and soil dynamics. In practical terms, the work supported by this award is meant to strengthen the science base for managing and restoring large river floodplains by examining linked hydrology-soils-vegetation relationships that drive floodplain health, habitat quality, and ecosystem services.
This award is offered as a cooperative agreement, meaning USGS expects to have substantial involvement during the project rather than simply providing funding and receiving final reports. Cooperative agreements are typically used when the agency anticipates active collaboration, such as refining study design, coordinating field activities, sharing data and methods, participating in interpretation of results, and aligning project outputs with management and science needs. The activity area is categorized as Science and Technology and other Research and Development, and the funding is associated with CFDA (Assistance Listing) 15.808, which covers USGS research and related assistance.
Eligibility is limited to entities that are already participating partners of the Great Rivers CESU. CESUs are structured partnerships that connect federal agencies with universities, nonprofit organizations, and other research institutions to provide research, technical assistance, and education. Because this opportunity is issued under the CESU mechanism, applicants must be within that established partnership network for the Great Rivers CESU; it is not open to the general public or organizations outside the unit. The eligible applicant type is listed as "Others," reflecting that the primary gatekeeping requirement is CESU partnership status rather than a broad set of standard applicant categories.
The opportunity number is G24AS00400, and it was created on 2024-06-13 with an original closing date of 2024-07-15. The stated award ceiling is $45,680, indicating the maximum amount available under this specific funding action. The notice lists "ExpectedAwards:" but does not provide a number, so the most conservative reading is that USGS anticipates making at least one award up to the ceiling, depending on the quality of submissions and program priorities.
Overall, this grant opportunity is a targeted, collaboration-oriented research award intended to leverage the Great Rivers CESU partnership to produce actionable science on floodplain hydrology, soils, and vegetation dynamics in the Upper Mississippi River System. It is best suited for an eligible CESU partner with the technical capability to conduct field and/or analytical work on river floodplains and an interest in co-developing the project with USGS scientists to deliver results that inform river management, restoration, and long-term monitoring.Apply for G24AS00400
- The Geological Survey in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Cooperative Agreement for CESU-affiliated Partner with Great Rivers Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.808.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2024-06-13.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-07-15. (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 $45,680.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a US Geological Survey (USGS) discretionary cooperative agreement soliciting proposals through the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Program, specifically the Great Rivers CESU. The opportunity supports applied research and related technical work focused on floodplain processes in the Upper Mississippi River System.
Which USGS program and CESU unit is sponsoring this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered under the CESU Program via the Great Rivers Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (Great Rivers CESU).
What is the opportunity number?
The opportunity number is G24AS00400.
What is the main purpose of the project funding?
The purpose is to improve understanding of floodplain processes in the Upper Mississippi River System, with a practical goal of strengthening the science base used to manage and restore large river floodplains. The work is intended to produce actionable science that informs river management, restoration, and long-term monitoring.
What technical topics does USGS want proposals to address?
The emphasis is on linked floodplain hydrology-soils-vegetation relationships, including:
- How surface water and groundwater interact (surface/subsurface hydrology)
- How floodplain soils function and change over time
- How vegetation responds to and influences hydrologic and soil dynamics
What geographic area is the project focused on?
The focus area is the Upper Mississippi River System, specifically its floodplains.
What kind of funding instrument is being used?
The award is offered as a cooperative agreement (not a standard grant). This indicates USGS expects substantial involvement in the project during the period of performance.
What does "substantial involvement" mean for this cooperative agreement?
Based on the notice, USGS anticipates active collaboration that may include refining study design, coordinating field activities, sharing data and methods, participating in interpretation of results, and aligning project outputs with management and science needs.
What type of work is expected under this opportunity?
The opportunity supports applied research and related technical work. The notice highlights work that examines floodplain hydrology, soils, and vegetation dynamics and their interactions to better understand floodplain health, habitat quality, and ecosystem services.
How is this opportunity categorized?
The activity area is categorized as Science and Technology and other Research and Development.
What is the Assistance Listing (CFDA) number for this funding?
The funding is associated with Assistance Listing (CFDA) 15.808, which covers USGS research and related assistance.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to organizations that are already participating partners of the Great Rivers CESU. This opportunity is not open to the general public or organizations outside of that CESU partnership network.
Does the applicant type matter, or is CESU partnership status the key requirement?
The eligible applicant type is listed as "Others," and the notice indicates the primary eligibility requirement is being an established partner in the Great Rivers CESU.
Is this opportunity open to organizations that are not part of the Great Rivers CESU?
No. The notice states eligibility is limited to entities that are already participating partners of the Great Rivers CESU.
What is the maximum funding amount available?
The award ceiling is $45,680, which is the maximum amount available under this specific funding action.
How many awards does USGS expect to make?
The notice includes an "ExpectedAwards:" field but does not provide a number. The most conservative interpretation from the provided information is that USGS anticipates making at least one award up to the stated ceiling, depending on submission quality and program priorities.
When was this opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on 2024-06-13.
What is the application deadline?
The original closing date listed is 2024-07-15.
What kinds of outcomes is USGS trying to support with this project?
The opportunity is intended to produce results that improve understanding of linked hydrology-soils-vegetation processes in floodplains and strengthen the science base for managing and restoring large river floodplains, including insights relevant to floodplain health, habitat quality, and ecosystem services.
What kinds of capabilities might be important for a successful applicant (based on the notice)?
The notice indicates this opportunity is best suited for an eligible Great Rivers CESU partner with the technical capability to conduct field and/or analytical work on river floodplains and an interest in co-developing the project with USGS scientists.
How collaborative is this project expected to be?
Because it is a cooperative agreement, the project is expected to be collaboration-oriented. USGS anticipates ongoing engagement during the project rather than only reviewing final deliverables.
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