Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS 18 NERO 0168
The Lackawanna Heritage Valley National Heritage Area opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number NPS 18 NERO 0168) is a discretionary National Park Service funding action administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior. It is structured as a cooperative agreement and is categorized under the funding activity area of regional development, with a CFDA listing of 15.939. The opportunity was created on August 28, 2018, and shows an original closing date of September 6, 2018, with an anticipated single award and an award ceiling of $427,000.
This notice is not an open call for proposals and should not be read as a competitive grant solicitation. Instead, it serves as a formal public notification that the National Park Service intends to issue a task agreement under an existing master cooperative agreement that has already been competed, or that has been supported by a single-source justification. In practical terms, that means the recipient and the basic partnership framework have effectively been established already through a prior agreement vehicle, and the task agreement is the mechanism the agency plans to use to fund and direct a specific scope of work within that pre-existing relationship.
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with the expectation that the specific eligible entity or entities are defined in the additional eligibility language tied to the master cooperative agreement arrangement rather than through a new, open eligibility competition. Because this is a notice of intent rather than a request for applications, outside organizations generally would not have an application package to submit for this listing, and the short window between posting and the listed closing date functions more as a notice period than a traditional application deadline.Apply for NPS 18 NERO 0168
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the regional development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Lackawanna Heritage Valley National Heritage Area" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.939.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 28, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 06, 2018. (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 $427,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Lackawanna Heritage Valley National Heritage Area funding opportunity?
It is a discretionary National Park Service (NPS) funding action administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior for the Lackawanna Heritage Valley National Heritage Area. The Funding Opportunity Number is NPS 18 NERO 0168.
Is this an open call for proposals or a competitive grant?
No. The notice explicitly states it is not an open call for proposals and should not be read as a competitive grant solicitation. It is a formal public notification of intent to issue a task agreement under an existing arrangement.
If it is not an open competition, what is the purpose of the notice?
The purpose is to provide a formal public notification that NPS intends to issue a task agreement under an existing master cooperative agreement that has already been competed, or that has been supported by a single-source justification.
What type of funding instrument is this?
The opportunity is structured as a cooperative agreement, and the notice describes NPS issuing a task agreement under an existing master cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the recipient and partnership framework are already established?
It means the intended recipient and the basic partnership relationship have effectively been set through a prior agreement vehicle (the existing master cooperative agreement), and the task agreement is used to fund and direct a specific scope of work within that pre-existing relationship.
What is the funding activity area for this opportunity?
The funding activity area is listed as regional development.
What CFDA number is associated with this listing?
The CFDA listing is 15.939.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others." However, the notice indicates that the specific eligible entity or entities are expected to be defined through additional eligibility language tied to the master cooperative agreement, rather than through a new open eligibility competition.
Can outside organizations submit an application package for this opportunity?
Generally, no. Because this is a notice of intent rather than a request for applications, outside organizations generally would not have an application package to submit for this listing.
Why is there a closing date if this is not a request for applications?
The notice explains that the short window between posting and the listed closing date functions more as a notice period than a traditional application deadline.
What are the key dates shown on the notice?
The opportunity was created on August 28, 2018, and shows an original closing date of September 6, 2018.
How many awards does NPS anticipate making under this notice?
The notice indicates an anticipated single award.
What is the maximum (ceiling) funding amount indicated?
The award ceiling shown is $427,000.
Which federal agency is administering this funding action?
The National Park Service is administering the funding action, and it is under the U.S. Department of the Interior.
What is a task agreement in the context of this notice?
In this context, a task agreement is the mechanism NPS plans to use to fund and direct a specific scope of work within an already-established master cooperative agreement relationship.
Does this notice indicate whether the master cooperative agreement was competed?
Yes. It states the task agreement will be issued under an existing master cooperative agreement that has already been competed, or that has been supported by a single-source justification.
What should someone infer from the eligibility being "Others"?
Based on the notice language, "Others" is a broad category and does not imply open eligibility. The specific eligible organization(s) are expected to be determined by the terms and eligibility language associated with the existing master cooperative agreement arrangement.
Is this opportunity described as discretionary?
Yes. The notice describes it as a discretionary National Park Service funding action.
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Regional Development
Next opportunity: Coral Reef Scenarios
Previous opportunity: Service Area Competition
Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for NPS 18 NERO 0168
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (NPS 18 NERO 0168) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor Apply for NPS 18 NERO 0170 Funding Number: NPS 18 NERO 0170 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $666,000 |
| Niagara Falls National Heritage Area Apply for NPS 18 NERO 0171 Funding Number: NPS 18 NERO 0171 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $327,720 |
| Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Apply for NPS 18 NERO 0174 Funding Number: NPS 18 NERO 0174 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $806,449 |
| National Coal Heritage Area Apply for NPS 18 NERO 0179 Funding Number: NPS 18 NERO 0179 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $327,720 |
| Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership Apply for NPS 18 NERO 0180 Funding Number: NPS 18 NERO 0180 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $327,720 |
| Framework for Addressing Culture Resource Vulnerabilities in the NPS Apply for P18AS00724 Funding Number: P18AS00724 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $40,000 |
| The Oil Region National Heritage Area Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0007 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0007 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $61,000 |
| Lebanon Investment Initiative (LII) Apply for 72026819RFA00002 Funding Number: 72026819RFA00002 Agency: Agency for International Development, Lebanon USAID-Beirut Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $38,000,000 |
| Coulee City Park at Banks Lake refurbishment Apply for BOR PN 19 N002 Funding Number: BOR PN 19 N002 Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $300,000 |
| Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0008 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0008 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $81,000 |
| Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0013 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0013 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0016 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0016 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $99,500 |
| Groundwork Somerville UWA Apply for P19AS00132 Funding Number: P19AS00132 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $160,000 |
| Groundwork Mobile County Launch and Development Apply for P19AS00135 Funding Number: P19AS00135 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $99,000 |
| Journey through Hallowed Ground National Heritage Area Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0028 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0028 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $332,097 |
| Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0030 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0030 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $354,000 |
| Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0033 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0033 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $664,000 |
| Pacific Islands Good Governance Initiative Apply for SFOP0005969 Funding Number: SFOP0005969 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $12,000,000 |
| Lowell Folk Festival Support for 2019 Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0052 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0052 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $114,913 |
| Upper Housatonic Valley National Heritage Area Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0053 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0053 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Regional Development Funding Amount: $327,720 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Inside Our Applicants Portal
Access Applicants Portal
- Grants Repository - Access current and historic funding opportunities with ease. Thousands of funding opportunities are published every week. We can help you sort through the database and find the eligible ones to apply for.
- Applicant Video Guides - The grant application process can be challenging to follow. We can help you with intuitive video guides to speed up the process and eliminate errors in submissions.
- Grant Proposal Wizard - We have developed a network of private funding organizations and investors across the United States. We can reach out and submit your proposal to these contacts to maximize your chances of getting the funding you need.
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Learn More
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "NPS 18 NERO 0168", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.