Opportunity Information: Apply for W9126G262SOI9558
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Fort Worth District is inviting Statements of Interest for a research effort titled "American Alligators as Ecological Indicators of Everglades Restoration" (Funding Opportunity Number W9126G262SOI9558). This is an early-stage solicitation focused on identifying qualified partners and strong concepts rather than collecting full proposals. A complete study proposal and a detailed budget are explicitly not requested at this time, which means interested parties should concentrate on clearly communicating capabilities, relevant experience, and how they would approach the anticipated work described in the Statement of Objectives (SOO).
The award will be made as a cooperative agreement under CFDA 12.005 and falls within the Science and Technology and other Research and Development activity area. The project is structured with a 12-month base period beginning on the date of award, with the potential for four additional 12-month follow-on periods, for up to five years total if all options are exercised. The total funding ceiling listed for the opportunity is $1,546,800, and USACE anticipates making one award.
Eligibility is restricted to organizations participating in specific Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESUs). Only applicants within the Gulf Coast, Piedmont - South Atlantic Coast, and South Florida - Caribbean CESU units may apply, so participation in one of those CESU networks is a gating requirement. The opportunity is categorized as "Other" and lists eligible applicants broadly as "Others," but the CESU limitation is the controlling eligibility condition.
USACE will review Statements of Interest on a 30-calendar-day timeline from the date the notice was posted. The posted creation date is 2026-09-04, and the original closing date is 2026-10-05, aligning with that 30-day review window. Questions and submissions are directed to the USACE Fort Worth District points of contact: Nicholas Aprea, Grants Specialist (nicholas.a.aprea@usace.army.mil), and Kathy Mitchell, Project Manager (kathy.s.mitchell@usace.army.mil). For the technical scope and details of the anticipated work, applicants are instructed to consult the attached SOO, which is referenced as the main source for what the project will entail.Apply for W9126G262SOI9558
- The Fort Worth District in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "American Alligators as Ecological Indicators of Everglades Restoration" 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 2026-09-04.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2026-10-05. (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 $1,546,800.00 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 title of this funding opportunity?
The research effort is titled "American Alligators as Ecological Indicators of Everglades Restoration."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is W9126G262SOI9558.
Who is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Fort Worth District.
Is this a request for full proposals?
No. This is an early-stage solicitation requesting Statements of Interest. It is focused on identifying qualified partners and strong concepts rather than collecting full proposals.
What should a Statement of Interest emphasize?
Interested parties should focus on clearly communicating their capabilities, relevant experience, and how they would approach the anticipated work described in the Statement of Objectives (SOO).
Is a complete study proposal required at this time?
No. A complete study proposal is explicitly not requested at this time.
Is a detailed budget required at this time?
No. A detailed budget is explicitly not requested at this time.
What award instrument will be used?
USACE expects to make an award as a cooperative agreement.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 12.005.
What activity area/category does this opportunity fall under?
It falls within the Science and Technology and other Research and Development activity area.
How long is the project period?
The project includes a 12-month base period beginning on the date of award, with the potential for four additional 12-month follow-on periods (options), for up to five years total if all options are exercised.
What is the total funding ceiling for this opportunity?
The total funding ceiling listed is $1,546,800.
How many awards does USACE expect to make?
USACE anticipates making one award.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is restricted to organizations participating in specific Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESUs). Only applicants within the Gulf Coast, Piedmont - South Atlantic Coast, and South Florida - Caribbean CESU units may apply.
If an organization is not in one of the listed CESU units, can it apply?
No. Participation in one of the eligible CESU networks (Gulf Coast, Piedmont - South Atlantic Coast, or South Florida - Caribbean) is described as a gating requirement for eligibility.
The opportunity lists eligible applicants as "Others." What does that mean in practice?
The opportunity is categorized as "Other" and lists eligible applicants broadly as "Others," but the controlling eligibility condition is the CESU limitation to the specified units.
What is the review timeline for Statements of Interest?
USACE will review Statements of Interest on a 30-calendar-day timeline from the date the notice was posted.
What is the posted creation date?
The posted creation date is 2026-09-04.
What is the closing date for this opportunity?
The original closing date is 2026-10-05.
Where should applicants look for the technical scope and anticipated work details?
Applicants are instructed to consult the attached Statement of Objectives (SOO), which is referenced as the main source for what the project will entail.
Who should be contacted for questions or submissions?
Questions and submissions are directed to the USACE Fort Worth District points of contact: Nicholas Aprea (Grants Specialist) at nicholas.a.aprea@usace.army.mil, and Kathy Mitchell (Project Manager) at kathy.s.mitchell@usace.army.mil.
What are the roles of the listed points of contact?
Nicholas Aprea is listed as the Grants Specialist, and Kathy Mitchell is listed as the Project Manager.
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