# Natural Resources Support Cannon AFB & Melrose AFR

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/w9126g-22-2-soi-4242-natural-resources-support-cannon-afb-melrose-afr/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/342524

> Fort Worth District offered grants of up to $1.8 million (at least $107,618) to the applicants described in the notice. Applications closed on August 18, 2022.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | W9126G-22-2-SOI-4242 |
| Agency | Fort Worth District |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | August 18, 2022 |
| Award ceiling | $1.8 million |
| Award floor | $107,618 |
| Expected awards | not stated |
| Total funding | not stated |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 12.005 |

## Who can apply

- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

This funding opportunity is ONLY available for Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units under the Great Plains & Gulf Coast CESU Units. SIKES AUTHORITY ONLY: In accordance with the 10 USC 670c-1, Sikes Act, projects for the implementation and enforcement of integrated natural resources management plans, priority shall be given to Federal and State agencies having responsibility for the conservation or management of fish or wildlife.

## What the grant funds

Project Title: Natural Resources Support for Cannon AFB (CAFB) and Melrose Air Force Range (MAFR), New Mexico Responses to this Request for Statements of Interest will be used to identify potential investigators for a project to be funded by the US Air Force which provides professional and technical support for Cannon and Melrose AFR in order to facilitate successful implementation of the 16 USC 670c-1 Sikes Act. Funding is expected for Melrose AFR at this point. Subject to availability of funding, Cannon AFB may be exercised at a later date. This agreement will also support up to 4 option years and will be exercised based on the availability of funding. Background: The natural resources program ensures military mission activities are conducted in compliance with all applicable environmental laws, regulations and policies. Article I B of the master agreement states the objectives of the CESU are to: provide research, technical assistance and education to federal land management, environmental and research agencies and their potential partners; develop a program of research, technical assistance and education that involves the biological, physical, social sciences needed to address resource issues and interdisciplinary problem-solving at multiple scales and in an ecosystem context at the local, regional, and national level; and place special emphasis on the working collaboration among federal agencies and universities and their related partner institutions. In accordance with the 10 USC 670c-1, Sikes Act, projects for the implementation and enforcement of integrated natural resources management plans, priority shall be given to Federal and State agencies having responsibility for the conservation or management of fish or wildlife. Note: Must be a non-federal partner in one of the CESU Units, referenced above, to be qualified for considered. Brief Description of Anticipated Work: In order to perform this work successfully, the cooperator must have capabilities to support on site goals and objectives at CAFB & MAFR. The primary objective of the project is to support natural resources on CAFB & MAFR. See attached DRAFT SOO Note: At this time we are only requesting that you demonstrate available qualifications and skills for performing similar or same type of work. You will be evaluated for request for a proposal based on skills, qualifications and certifications demonstrated in your SOI. Period of Performance.

## Questions people ask

### Is W9126G-22-2-SOI-4242 still open?

No. It closed on August 18, 2022.

### Who can apply for Natural Resources Support Cannon AFB & Melrose AFR?

Fort Worth District accepted applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Natural Resources Support Cannon AFB & Melrose AFR?

Closed August 18, 2022. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $1.8 million each.

### Who has won Conservation and Rehabilitation of Natural Resources on Military Installations grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Colorado State University, Salcha-Delta SWCD, University of Hawaii. The program made 322 awards worth $557 million in that time.