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FY22 NATIONAL FISH PASSAGE PROGRAM

ID: F22AS00300 • Type: Posted

Description

The National Fish Passage Program (NFPP) is a voluntary program that provides direct technical and financial assistance to partners. The program works in partnership to provide fish (and other aquatic organisms) passage and restore aquatic connectivity for the benefit of Federal trust resources. In doing so, the program aims to maintain or increase fish populations in order to improve ecosystem resiliency and to provide quality fishing experiences for the American people. Activities that restore fish passage also support the modernization of country's infrastructure such as road culverts, bridges, and water diversions. Example project types include dam removals, culvert replacements, and the installation of fishways. The NFPP is delivered through Fish and Aquatic Conservation (FAC) Offices across all States and territories. FAC staff coordinate with project partners, stakeholders, and other Service programs to identify and collaboratively implement projects within Regional priority areas. Project work plans are developed strategically, in coordination with partners, and with substantial involvement from FAC staff. Projects must be based upon sound scientific principles, advance the Service mission, and promote biological diversity. FAC and Service strategic plans inform the types of projects funded under this opportunity. Applicants seeking funding under this program should review the FAC strategic plan and also contact the regional NFPP Coordinator that corresponds to the location of the project for additional information on regional priorities prior to submitting an application for funding. Contacts are listed at end of announcement.
Background
The National Fish Passage Program (NFPP) is a voluntary program that provides direct technical and financial assistance to partners. The program aims to maintain or increase fish populations in order to improve ecosystem resiliency and provide quality fishing experiences for the American people. It works in partnership to provide fish passage and restore aquatic connectivity for the benefit of Federal trust resources. The NFPP is delivered through Fish and Aquatic Conservation (FAC) Offices across all States and territories, with project work plans developed strategically, in coordination with partners, and with substantial involvement from FAC staff. Projects must be based upon sound scientific principles, advance the Service mission, and promote biological diversity.

Grant Details
The program supports activities such as dam removals, culvert replacements, and the installation of fishways. Projects are identified and collaboratively implemented within Regional priority areas. The period of performance for the majority of projects funded under this program is two years, starting on the date the award is signed by the Service. The number of awards is expected to be between 75 and 150, with a total estimated funding of $2,000,000. The expected award date is January 02, 2023.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include state governments, independent school districts, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), public and State controlled institutions of higher education, public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, private institutions of higher education, individuals, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, small businesses, special district governments, and others as specified in the text field entitled 'Additional Information on Eligibility'. Applicants must ensure that activities occurring outside the United States are coordinated as necessary with appropriate U.S. and foreign government authorities.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for the majority of projects funded under this program is two years.

Grant Value
$2,000,000

Place of Performance
Projects are implemented across all States and territories through Fish and Aquatic Conservation (FAC) Offices.
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Overview

Agency
Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) [DOI]
Category of Funding
Natural Resources
Funding Instruments
Cooperative Agreement
Grant
Grant Program (CFDA)
15.608 - Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance
Grant Category
Discretionary
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
False
Source
Grants.gov
On 4/8/22 Fish and Wildlife Service posted grant opportunity F22AS00300 for FY22 NATIONAL FISH PASSAGE PROGRAM with funding of $2.0 million. The grant will be issued under grant program 15.608 Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance.

Timing

Posted Date
April 8, 2022, 12:00 a.m. EDT
Closing Date
Dec. 30, 2022, 12:00 a.m. EST Past Due
Closing Date Explanation
Applications may be submitted continuously between April 8, 2022, and December 30, 2022. Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on December 30, 2022.  
Last Updated
April 15, 2022, 10:26 a.m. EDT
Version
2
Archive Date
Dec. 31, 2023

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
State governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Special district governments
Private institutions of higher education
Individuals
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Small businesses
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Independent school districts
Additional Info
Applicants must ensure that activities occurring outside the United States are coordinated as necessary with appropriate U.S. and foreign government authorities and that any necessary licenses, permits, or approvals are obtained prior to undertaking proposed activities. The Service does not assume responsibility for recipient compliance with the laws and regulations of the country in which the work is to be conducted.  

Award Sizing

Ceiling
$2,000,000
Floor
$500
Estimated Program Funding
$2,000,000
Estimated Number of Grants
Not Listed

Contacts

Contact
Fish and Wildlife Service
Contact Email
daniel_lovdahl@fws.gov   Profile
Contact Phone
22041-3803

Documents

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