OIA Brown Treesnake Program 2026
Agency: Department of the Interior
Assistance Listings: 15.875 -- Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories
Description
The Office of Insular Affairs (OIA) is requesting funding proposals for its Brown Treesnake (BTS) Control Program to prevent the migration of the BTS from Guam to other United States jurisdictions; to suppress and control the BTS on Guam to support the restoration of the island's native ecosystems; to avoid electrical outages to civilian or military facilities caused by the snakes; and to ultimately develop the capability to eradicate the BTS from Guam.The Administration will prioritize projects that drive economic growth, ensure reliable and affordable energy, and strengthen national security and regional stability.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
work email
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Foa_Content_of_OIA-BTS-2026.pdf | Foa_Content_of_OIA-BTS-2026.pdf | Mar 16, 2026 02:36 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Closing: May 18, 2026
Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date (May 18, 2026).
Award
$4,000,000
Program Funding
7
Expected awards
$--
Award Minimum
$4,000,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
OIA-BTS-2026
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Other
Category Explanation:
Brown Treesnake (BTS) program funds are provided to prevent the migration of the BTS from Guam to other United States jurisdictions; to suppress and control the BTS on Guam to support the restoration of the island's native ecosystems; to avoid electrical outages to civilian or military facilities caused by the snakes; and to ultimately develop the capability to eradicate the BTS from Guam.
History
Version:
2
Posted date:
March 16, 2026
Archive date:
April 9, 2027
