Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Great Lakes-Northern Forest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)
Agency: Geological Survey
Assistance Listings: 15.808 -- U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection
Description
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a funding opportunity to a CESU partner for research in the development, evaluation, and synthesis of national-scale biogeographic information for fish and other aquatic organisms. This project supports research that improves how species distributions, habitat conditions, and conservation needs are mapped and analyzed across the United States. The project focuses on three technical areas: (1) advancing statistical and analytical methods that integrate multiple lines of evidence to improve species distribution models for freshwater organisms; (2) evaluating the accuracy, uncertainty, and environmental sensitivity of habitat models; and (3) using modern synthesis tools, including artificial intelligence, to assemble and maintain up-to-date information on species traits, conservation status, and habitat preferences. These activities will help resource managers make informed decisions about conserving aquatic species and freshwater ecosystems.
The proposal objectives clearly supports, informs, and benefits the following:
- SO 3447 - Expanding Hunting and Fishing Access, Removing Unnecessary Barriers, and Ensuring Consistency Across the Depart of the Interior Lands and Waters (January 7, 2026)
- SO 3442 - Land and Water Conservation Fund Implementation by the U.S. Department of the Interior September 4, 2025),
- EO 14303 – Restoring Gold Standard Science (May 23, 2025)
- SO 3441 –Implementing the Requirements of Executive Order 14303, Restoring Gold Standard Science, May 23, 2025 (August 29, 2025)
- SO 3444 - Leading Interior's Path to Artificial Intelligence Transformation (September 17, 2025), and SO 3435 - Implementation of the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act June 25, 2025).
This funding opportunity is appropriate for applicants with expertise in aquatic ecology, species distribution modeling, geospatial analysis, and ecological data synthesis. Prospective applicants should review the focus areas above to determine alignment of their capabilities with project needs and assess their interest in contributing to collaborative, nationally relevant biogeographic science.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
katherine_calder@ios.doi.gov
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| ATTACHMENT_A_-Biographical-sketch-common-form-doi-omb-3145-0279_3.pdf | ATTACHMENT A -Biographical-sketch-common-form-doi-omb-3145-0279 3.pdf | Oct 14, 2026 09:56 PM UTC |
| ATTACHMENT_B_-_Common-form-current-and-pending-support-doi-omb-3145-0279_3.pdf | ATTACHMENT B - Common-form-current-and-pending-support-doi-omb-3145-0279 3.pdf | Oct 14, 2026 09:56 PM UTC |
| ATTACHMENT_C_-_Project_Abstract_Summary_Requirement.docx | ATTACHMENT C - Project Abstract Summary Requirement.docx | Oct 14, 2026 09:57 PM UTC |
| ATTACHMENT_D_-_Geospatial_Data_instructions.docx | ATTACHMENT D - Geospatial Data instructions.docx | Oct 14, 2026 09:57 PM UTC |
| Full_Announcement.docx | Full Announcement.docx | Oct 14, 2026 09:57 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: November 14, 2026
Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on the listed application due date
Award
$150,000
Program Funding
1
Expected awards
$1
Award Minimum
$150,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
G27AS00079
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Science technology and other research and development
Category Explanation:
History
Version:
1
Posted date:
October 14, 2026
Archive date:
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