Opportunity Information: Apply for N62473 21 2 0016
This funding opportunity is a Navy cooperative agreement under the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) Program focused on greater sage-grouse habitat improvement at four named areas: Cottonwood Access Road, Indian Valley, Martin Ranch, and Willow Creek, within the Naval Air Station Fallon (NAS Fallon) context in Nevada. It is designed as an encroachment prevention effort, meaning it aims to address off-installation environmental and land-use issues that could restrict or complicate military training and operations. The work targets lands that are not on the base itself, but that fall inside the Fallon Range Training Complex (FRTC) Military Influence Area (MIA), where surrounding conditions can directly affect what the installation can do.
The central purpose is to reduce current or expected conservation-related constraints tied to the greater sage-grouse, particularly the possibility of future listing under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). If a species is listed, federal protections can trigger additional consultation, permitting burdens, seasonal restrictions, or limitations on activities that may affect the species or its habitat. From the Navy's standpoint, improving sage-grouse habitat proactively is a way to lower that risk and preserve operational flexibility so that training, testing, and other mission-critical activities can continue without added interruption. The Navy describes this project as validated by the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and identified as a priority effort for the service, signaling that it is part of a broader readiness strategy rather than a stand-alone conservation project.
The approach is framed as a voluntary, joint initiative between NAS Fallon and the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW). NDOW is identified as the proposed recipient and is the state agency responsible for wildlife and natural resources management in Nevada, which aligns with the intent of the Sikes Act. The announcement cites Section 101(d)(2) of the Sikes Act, emphasizing that priority should be given to contracts or agreements with federal and state fish and wildlife agencies for conservation and management services. In practical terms, that language helps justify awarding the work to NDOW because of its statutory role, local expertise, and capacity to implement habitat actions on the ground.
Programmatically, the funding is meant to establish an ecosystem-level habitat management and enhancement program for greater sage-grouse within the FRTC MIA. While the notice points to a separate statement of work for the full technical scope, the summary makes clear that the work is expected to rely on current science-based information and relevant ecological principles, rather than ad hoc measures. The intended outcome is improved habitat conditions that support sage-grouse populations in the region, which in turn reduces the likelihood that the species' status becomes a limiting factor for military readiness near the installation and its ranges.
Administratively, the opportunity is listed as an earmark category cooperative agreement managed by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). The funding opportunity number is N62473 21 2 0016, the assistance listing reference is CFDA 12.300, and the activity category is natural resources. The posting shows an award ceiling of $500,000, an original closing date of September 16, 2021, and a creation date of August 16, 2021. Eligible applicants are broadly labeled as "Others," but the notice explicitly identifies NDOW as the proposed recipient, consistent with the Sikes Act preference for state wildlife agencies in implementing conservation and management actions tied to military lands and missions.Apply for N62473 21 2 0016
- The NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Greater Sage Grouse Habitat Improvement at Cottonwood Access Road, Indian Valley, Martin Ranch, and Willow Creek via the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) Program in support of NAS Fallon, NV" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 12.300.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2021-08-16.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2021-09-16. (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 $500,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a U.S. Navy cooperative agreement under the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) Program. It focuses on greater sage-grouse habitat improvement and is described as an encroachment prevention effort tied to military readiness at Naval Air Station Fallon (NAS Fallon) in Nevada.
What does "encroachment prevention" mean in this context?
Encroachment prevention refers to efforts that address off-installation environmental or land-use conditions that could restrict, complicate, or add burdens to military training and operations. Here, the goal is to reduce present or expected conservation-related constraints associated with greater sage-grouse and its habitat near NAS Fallon.
Where will the work take place?
The work targets lands that are not on the base itself but are located within the Fallon Range Training Complex (FRTC) Military Influence Area (MIA). The four named project areas are Cottonwood Access Road, Indian Valley, Martin Ranch, and Willow Creek.
Is this project taking place on NAS Fallon property?
No. The summary states the work is focused on off-installation lands (not on the base) that fall within the FRTC Military Influence Area, where surrounding conditions can directly affect installation operations.
What species is the project focused on?
The project is focused on the greater sage-grouse and habitat conditions that support sage-grouse populations in the region.
Why is the Navy funding greater sage-grouse habitat improvement?
The central purpose is to reduce current or expected constraints related to sage-grouse conservation, especially the risk of future listing under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Proactive habitat improvement is presented as a way to lower that risk and preserve operational flexibility for training, testing, and other mission-critical activities.
How does a potential Endangered Species Act (ESA) listing relate to military readiness?
The notice explains that if a species is listed under the ESA, federal protections can trigger additional consultation, permitting burdens, seasonal restrictions, or limitations on activities that may affect the species or its habitat. By improving habitat proactively, the Navy aims to reduce the likelihood that sage-grouse-related requirements become a limiting factor for operations around NAS Fallon and its ranges.
Which program is this under?
This opportunity is under the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) Program and is described as part of a broader readiness strategy rather than a stand-alone conservation project.
What kind of award is this (grant, contract, or something else)?
The opportunity is described as a cooperative agreement, specifically identified as a Navy cooperative agreement and listed as an earmark category cooperative agreement.
Who is managing the opportunity?
The cooperative agreement is managed by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC).
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is N62473 21 2 0016.
What is the assistance listing (CFDA) reference?
The assistance listing reference provided is CFDA 12.300.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is listed as natural resources.
What is the maximum funding amount (award ceiling)?
The posting lists an award ceiling of $500,000.
What were the key dates shown in the posting?
The creation date is August 16, 2021, and the original closing date is September 16, 2021.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are broadly labeled as "Others" in the posting. However, the notice explicitly identifies the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) as the proposed recipient.
Who is the proposed recipient for this cooperative agreement?
The notice identifies the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) as the proposed recipient.
Why is NDOW identified as the proposed recipient?
The announcement cites Section 101(d)(2) of the Sikes Act, which emphasizes giving priority to contracts or agreements with federal and state fish and wildlife agencies for conservation and management services. NDOW is the state agency responsible for wildlife and natural resources management in Nevada, aligning with that preference and the intent described.
Is this described as a voluntary partnership?
Yes. The approach is framed as a voluntary, joint initiative between NAS Fallon and NDOW.
What is the overall purpose of the project work?
The funding is intended to establish an ecosystem-level habitat management and enhancement program for greater sage-grouse within the FRTC Military Influence Area, with the intended outcome of improved habitat conditions that support sage-grouse populations and reduce readiness-related constraints.
What is meant by "ecosystem-level habitat management and enhancement" here?
Based on the summary, it means the work is intended to be organized as a broader habitat management and enhancement program (not isolated actions) for sage-grouse habitat within the FRTC Military Influence Area.
Does the notice provide the full technical scope of work?
No. The notice indicates that the full technical scope is in a separate statement of work, while the summary describes the overall focus, locations, and intended outcomes.
What principles or standards are expected to guide the habitat work?
The summary states the work is expected to rely on current science-based information and relevant ecological principles, rather than ad hoc measures.
How is this effort characterized within the Department of Defense?
The Navy describes the project as validated by the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and identified as a priority effort for the service, suggesting it is tied to broader readiness objectives.
How does improving habitat off-installation help NAS Fallon?
The notice explains that conditions on lands within the FRTC Military Influence Area can directly affect what the installation can do. By improving sage-grouse habitat in that surrounding area, the Navy is aiming to reduce the risk of conservation-related constraints that could impact training and other operations.
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