Opportunity Information: Apply for W9126G262SOI9383
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Fort Worth District, is soliciting Statements of Interest (SOIs) for a cooperative agreement opportunity titled "Ecological Parameters in the Forested Wetlands of Southern Florida" (Funding Opportunity Number W9126G262SOI9383). This notice is the first step in a two-stage process: applicants are not being asked for a full technical proposal or budget yet. Instead, USACE is using this Request for Statements of Interest to identify which organizations are best qualified to carry out the anticipated scientific and technical work described in the full announcement materials (available in the posting's related documents).
Only organizations that are part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) network are eligible, and eligibility is limited to the CESU units within the Gulf Coast, Piedmont-South Atlantic Coast, and South Florida-Caribbean regions. The award mechanism is a Cooperative Agreement under CFDA 12.005, within the Science and Technology and other Research and Development activity category. Any eventual award will be made only after mutual agreement on the final terms and conditions, and it will be governed by both the request for proposal terms and the recipient's CESU Master Agreement. Applicants should also factor in that the CESU Program indirect cost rate is established at 17.5 percent for this opportunity.
Funding is expected to support one award (Expected Awards: 1). For the initial 12-month base period, approximately $575,000 is anticipated to be available, covering mandatory work and optional task 5 as referenced in the announcement. The opportunity includes the possibility of additional funding beyond the base period for other optional tasks and/or follow-on efforts in later years. The total potential funding is reflected by an award ceiling of $3,177,238, indicating the project could grow substantially if options are exercised and funds remain available.
The period of performance is structured as a base period of 12 months from the date of award, with the possibility of up to four additional 12-month follow-on periods. These follow-on periods are not guaranteed and are dependent on the availability of funding and government decisions about continuing the work.
The SOI submission deadline is noon Central Time on June 5, 2026. Questions must be submitted no later than May 13, 2026. SOIs must be submitted via email to both points of contact: Yvonne Howard, Grants Specialist (Yvonne.Howard@usace.army.mil), and Nicole (Niki) Baker, Project Manager (Nicole.D.Baker@usace.army.mil), both with USACE, Fort Worth District.
After the 30-day posting period on Grants.gov, USACE will review the SOIs received from eligible CESU members. An evaluation board composed of one or more representatives from the receiving installation/activity will assess which submissions best align with the program objectives. The review emphasizes the qualifications of the proposed Principal Investigator, the relevance of the applicant's experience to similar work, and the demonstrated capability to successfully deliver on the project objectives. Organizations whose SOIs are judged to be the strongest fit will then be invited to submit a full proposal at a later stage.Apply for W9126G262SOI9383
- The Fort Worth District in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Ecological Parameters in the Forested Wetlands of Southern Florida" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 12.005.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2026-05-06.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2026-06-05. (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 $3,177,238.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Ecological Parameters in the Forested Wetlands of Southern Florida."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is W9126G262SOI9383.
Which agency is issuing this notice?
The notice is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Fort Worth District.
Is this requesting a full proposal right now?
No. This is a Request for Statements of Interest (SOIs) and is the first step in a two-stage process. Applicants are not being asked for a full technical proposal or budget at this time.
What is the purpose of submitting a Statement of Interest (SOI)?
USACE is using SOIs to identify which organizations are best qualified to carry out the anticipated scientific and technical work described in the full announcement materials (available in the posting's related documents).
Who is eligible to submit an SOI?
Only organizations that are part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) network are eligible.
Are all CESU members eligible, or only certain CESU regions?
Eligibility is limited to CESU units within the Gulf Coast, Piedmont-South Atlantic Coast, and South Florida-Caribbean regions.
What type of award is anticipated?
The anticipated award mechanism is a Cooperative Agreement.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed for this opportunity is 12.005.
What activity category does this opportunity fall under?
It is within the Science and Technology and other Research and Development activity category.
How many awards does USACE expect to make?
USACE expects to make one award (Expected Awards: 1).
How much funding is expected for the initial period?
For the initial 12-month base period, approximately $575,000 is anticipated to be available. This amount is described as covering mandatory work and optional task 5 as referenced in the announcement.
Is there potential for more funding beyond the base period?
Yes. The opportunity includes the possibility of additional funding beyond the base period for other optional tasks and/or follow-on efforts in later years, depending on funding availability and government decisions.
What is the award ceiling (maximum potential funding)?
The award ceiling is $3,177,238, reflecting the total potential funding if options are exercised and funds remain available.
What is the period of performance?
The period of performance includes a 12-month base period from the date of award, with the possibility of up to four additional 12-month follow-on periods.
Are the follow-on periods guaranteed?
No. Follow-on periods are not guaranteed and are dependent on the availability of funding and government decisions about continuing the work.
What indirect cost rate should applicants use for this opportunity?
Applicants should factor in that the CESU Program indirect cost rate is established at 17.5 percent for this opportunity.
When is the SOI submission deadline?
The SOI submission deadline is noon Central Time on June 5, 2026.
When is the deadline for submitting questions?
Questions must be submitted no later than May 13, 2026.
How do we submit the SOI?
SOIs must be submitted via email.
Who should receive the SOI submission email?
SOIs must be emailed to both points of contact: Yvonne Howard (Grants Specialist) at Yvonne.Howard@usace.army.mil and Nicole (Niki) Baker (Project Manager) at Nicole.D.Baker@usace.army.mil.
Do we need to send the SOI to both contacts, or is one sufficient?
The instructions state that SOIs must be submitted via email to both points of contact.
Where can we find the detailed scope of work and other full announcement materials?
The full announcement materials are available in the posting's related documents.
What happens after the SOI is submitted?
After the 30-day posting period on Grants.gov, USACE will review SOIs received from eligible CESU members.
Who evaluates the SOIs?
An evaluation board composed of one or more representatives from the receiving installation/activity will assess the SOIs.
What criteria will be emphasized during the SOI review?
The review emphasizes (1) the qualifications of the proposed Principal Investigator, (2) the relevance of the applicant's experience to similar work, and (3) the demonstrated capability to successfully deliver on the project objectives.
What is the next step if an SOI is selected?
Organizations whose SOIs are judged to be the strongest fit will be invited to submit a full proposal at a later stage.
What documents govern the eventual award?
Any eventual award will be made only after mutual agreement on the final terms and conditions and will be governed by both the request for proposal terms and the recipient's CESU Master Agreement.
Does submitting an SOI guarantee an award or an invitation to submit a full proposal?
No. USACE will use SOIs to identify the best-qualified organizations, and only those judged to be the strongest fit will be invited to submit a full proposal at a later stage.
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