2019 Deep Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies Program: American Samoa
Agency: Department of Commerce
Assistance Listings
- 11.478 -- Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research Coastal Ocean Program
Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026
Important dates
- Archived: March 30, 2019
- Closed: February 28, 2019
Award details
- Expected project funding: $2,400,000
- Expected awards: 1
Award min.
$1
Award max.
$600,000
- Funding opportunity number:NOAA-NOS-NCCOS-2019-2005821
- Cost sharing or matching requirement:No
- Funding instrument type:
- Cooperative agreement
- Opportunity Category:Discretionary
- Opportunity Category Explanation:Not specified
- Category of Funding Activity:
- Environment
- Natural resources
- Science technology and other research and development
- Category Explanation:Not specified
History
- Posted date: October 18, 2018
- Archive date: March 30, 2019
- Version: 3
Summary
Jump to documentsThe purpose of this document is to advise the public that NOAA/NOS/National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science/Competitive Research Program, in partnership with NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries and Office of Ocean Exploration and Research, is soliciting proposals under the Deep Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies Program for a project up to four years in duration to conduct research to improve the understanding of mesophotic coral ecosystems (MCEs) in American Samoa. MCEs are characterized by the presence of light-dependent corals and associated communities typically found at depths from 30-40 m and extending to over 150 m in some tropical and subtropical regions. MCEs may be regarded as extensions of shallow coral ecosystems including sharing common species, but also contain species unique to mesophotic depths. This information will be used to improve the ability of resource managers to proactively develop strategies to manage and protect poorly understood mesophotic coral ecosystems. Funding is contingent upon the availability of Fiscal Year 2019 Federal appropriations. If funds become available for this program, one project is expected to be supported for up to four years, with an approximate annual budget of up to $600,000.
Eligibility
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information on eligibility
Eligible applicants for Federal financial assistance in this competition are institutions of higher education, other non-profits, state, local, Indian Tribal Governments, U.S. Territories, and for-profit organizations. Federal agencies that possess the statutory authority to receive transfers of funds are eligible to submit applications for intra- or interagency funds transfers through this competition. NOAA supports cultural and gender diversity and encourages women and minority individuals and groups to submit applications to NOAA programs. In addition, DOC/NOAA is strongly committed to broadening the participation of historically black colleges and universities, Hispanic serving institutions, tribal colleges and universities, and institutions that work in underserved areas. DOC/NOAA encourages applications involving any of the above institutions to apply.
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| NOAA-NOS-NCCOS-2019-2005821_FFO_Report.pdf | Full Announcement | Jan 29, 2019 02:15 PM UTC |
Agency contact information
Email: laurie.golden@noaa.gov
Work
Mrs. Laurie Golden 240-533-0285
1305 EAST WEST HWY, Silver Spring, MD 20910-3281
Link to additional information
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