National Geological and Geophysical Data Preservation Program
In Fiscal year 2007, State geological surveys had the opportunity to apply for $5,000.00 from National Geological and Geophysical Data Preservation Program to inventory their collections.
Thirty-six states applied for and were granted these funds.
The Department of the Interior protects and provides access to the Nation's natural and cultural heritage, including responsibilities to Indian tribes and island communities. Departmental goals include resource protection and usage, overseeing recreational opportunities, serving communities and excellence in management.
Program Accomplishments
In FY 07, 36 states applied for and received funds to inventory their collections.
Uses and Use Restrictions
Specific objectives are identified in the annual program announcement.
Applications for proposals not covered by one of the objectives are not solicited.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
State geological surveys are eligible to apply.
For State geological surveys organized under a State university system, such universities may submit a proposal on behalf of or through the State geological survey.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Research scientists, engineers, and the general public will ultimately benefit from the program.
Credentials/Documentation
None.
Aplication and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
None.
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O.
12372.
Application Procedures
Applicants will use the standard SF 424 Application for Federal Assistance and Assurances. This program is subject to the Department of the Interior regulations at 43 CFR Part 12, Subparts C and D, or any subsequent revisions. The application requirements as contained in the announcement package and the above regulations must be used for this program. Applications may be made only through the internet site http//www.grants.gov. Links to USGS program announcements are available through the internet site http://www.usgs.gov/contracts/.
Award Procedures
Notification of an award is by a grant document signed by the contracting office.
Deadlines
Please contact program office for application deadline.
Authorization
The Federal Energy Policy Act of 2005, Section 351, Public Law 109-58.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Three to six months after submittal of proposal or bureau receipt of appropriations, whichever is later.
Appeals
None.
Renewals
None.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
In order to gain the greatest leverage of limited Federal and State funds, each proposed State-originated program must show a 1:1 Federal/State match of direct-and indirect-cost dollars.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Grants will normally be awarded in 12-month budget periods.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
Quarterly financial reports and final technical and financial reports are required and must be submitted as described in the award terms and conditions.
Audits
Applicants agree to give the sponsoring agency, the Comptroller General, or other authorized audit agency access to and the right to examine records related to the award. Awards to educational institutions and nonprofit organizations are subject to the audit requirements of OMB Circular No. A-110, or superseding regulations. In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 27, 2003), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations", nonfederal entities that receive financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 or more in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133.
Records
Records shall be retained and made available for audit for three years after submission of final financial report.
Financial Information
Account Identification
14-0804-0-1-306.
Obigations
(Grants) FY 07 $180,000; FY 08 $500,000; and FY 09 est $500,000.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
In FY 07: $5,000. In FY 08: $5,000 to $60,000.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
None.
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
None.
Headquarters Office
Department of the Interior, Geological Survey, MS 911 National Center, Reston, VA 20192. Contact Tamara Dickinson, Program Coordinator, Office of the Chief E-mail: tdickinson@usgs.gov.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
Relevance to announced priorities, technical merit, and prospect of attaining program objectives.
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