Opportunity Information: Apply for G18AS00001
The USGS Non-Competitive Assistance FY 2018 - National Grants Branch opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number G18AS00001) is a discretionary funding mechanism run by the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Its purpose is to support research and related activities that complement existing USGS program efforts, especially work tied to the classification of public lands and the examination and understanding of the nation’s geological structure and natural resources. In practical terms, the opportunity is meant to fund studies that add value to, extend, or align with USGS scientific missions involving geologic frameworks, water resources, mineral resources, biological resources, and the broader products and information derived from research on the national domain.
Funding may be provided through either grants or cooperative agreements, indicating that projects can range from more independent research (typical of grants) to more collaboratively managed efforts where USGS staff may have substantial involvement (typical of cooperative agreements). The activity areas connected to the opportunity fall under Environment, Natural Resources, and Science and Technology and other Research and Development, and the listing is associated with CFDA number 15.808.
Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning any type of entity may be eligible to apply, as long as it meets any additional clarifications that may be provided in the opportunity’s eligibility language. This typically implies that universities, nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, tribal entities, private organizations, and other qualified applicants could potentially participate, depending on the specifics of the proposed work and any statutory or policy constraints that might apply in the full guidance.
A key feature of this listing is that it is non-competitive and does not operate like a traditional annual grant program with a standard solicitation, closing date, or expected number of awards. The notice explicitly states there is no annual program announcement, prospectus, or other invitation for applications. Instead, the USGS points prospective applicants to its Guide for Submission of Unsolicited Proposals, which outlines how to submit ideas that are not in response to an open competition. This structure signals that funding is generally driven by programmatic needs, alignment with USGS priorities, and the merit and relevance of unsolicited proposals rather than a typical peer competition cycle.
The opportunity lists an award ceiling of $5,000,000, establishing the upper bound for potential funding amounts under this assistance listing, though actual award sizes can vary widely based on project scope, program fit, and available appropriations. The posting shows “Expected Awards: 0,” which is consistent with the non-competitive and unsolicited nature of the mechanism: awards are not forecasted as part of a scheduled cycle, and funding decisions are typically made when a proposal meets a specific need and resources are available. The listing was created on August 28, 2017, and is framed for FY 2018 assistance under the USGS National Grants Branch.Apply for G18AS00001
- The Department of the Interior, Geological Survey in the environment, natural resources, science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "USGS Non-Competitive Assistance FY 2018 - National Grants Branch" 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 Aug 28, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by There is no annual program announcement, prospectus or other invitation for applications. USGS Guide for Submission of Unsolicited Proposals is available at http://www.usgs.gov/contracts/grants/unsolbk.html. (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 $5,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the USGS Non-Competitive Assistance FY 2018 - National Grants Branch opportunity?
This is a discretionary funding mechanism administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), through its National Grants Branch. The funding opportunity is identified as "USGS Non-Competitive Assistance FY 2018 - National Grants Branch" and uses Funding Opportunity Number (FON) G18AS00001.
What is the main purpose of this funding opportunity?
The purpose is to support research and related activities that complement existing USGS program efforts. It especially supports work connected to the classification of public lands and to the examination and understanding of the nation's geological structure and natural resources.
What types of projects are a good fit for this opportunity?
Projects are intended to add value to, extend, or align with USGS scientific missions and the products and information derived from research on the national domain. The opportunity references mission areas such as geologic frameworks, water resources, mineral resources, and biological resources.
Which agency is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
Is this a competitive grant program with a standard deadline?
No. This listing is explicitly non-competitive and does not function like a traditional annual grant program. The notice states there is no annual program announcement, prospectus, or other invitation for applications.
If there is no standard solicitation, how do applicants submit proposals?
USGS directs prospective applicants to its Guide for Submission of Unsolicited Proposals. This means proposals are submitted as unsolicited ideas rather than in response to an open competition cycle.
What does "non-competitive" mean in this context?
It means awards are generally driven by programmatic needs, alignment with USGS priorities, and the merit and relevance of unsolicited proposals, rather than being selected through a scheduled, head-to-head competition with a common closing date.
What funding instruments are used under this opportunity?
Funding may be provided through grants or cooperative agreements. Grants typically support more independent research efforts, while cooperative agreements typically involve more substantial USGS involvement in the project.
How is a cooperative agreement different from a grant under this listing?
The listing indicates that cooperative agreements can be used when USGS staff may have substantial involvement in the project, whereas grants are generally used for more independent research activities. The specific level of involvement depends on the project and award type.
What are the activity areas associated with this opportunity?
The activity areas connected to this opportunity include Environment, Natural Resources, and Science and Technology and other Research and Development.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The listing is associated with CFDA number 15.808.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning any type of entity may be eligible to apply, as long as it meets any additional clarifications provided in the opportunity's eligibility language.
Does "unrestricted eligibility" mean any organization can apply?
It generally indicates broad eligibility (for example, universities, nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, tribal entities, and private organizations). However, the listing notes eligibility is subject to any additional clarifications in the opportunity's eligibility language and any applicable statutory or policy constraints.
Is there an award ceiling for this opportunity?
Yes. The award ceiling listed is $5,000,000, which is the upper bound for potential funding amounts under this assistance listing.
Does the $5,000,000 ceiling mean most awards will be that size?
No. The listing indicates actual award sizes can vary widely depending on project scope, program fit, and available appropriations.
How many awards are expected?
The posting shows "Expected Awards: 0." This aligns with the non-competitive, unsolicited nature of the mechanism, where awards are not forecasted as part of a scheduled cycle.
Why would the listing show "Expected Awards: 0"?
Because the program does not operate on a standard annual cycle with planned award counts. Funding decisions are generally made when an unsolicited proposal meets a specific need and resources are available.
What drives funding decisions for unsolicited proposals under this listing?
The listing emphasizes alignment with USGS programmatic needs and priorities, along with the merit and relevance of the proposed work, rather than selection through a typical competitive cycle.
What fiscal year is this opportunity associated with?
It is framed for FY 2018 assistance under the USGS National Grants Branch.
When was this listing created?
The listing was created on August 28, 2017.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this listing?
The Funding Opportunity Number is G18AS00001.
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