Seabed Mapping, Exploration, and Characterization in the Pacific
Agency: Bureau of Oceans - Int. Environmental - Scientific
Assistance Listings: 19.017 -- Environmental and Scientific Partnerships and Programs
Description
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES), Office of Ocean and Polar Affairs (OPA) announces an open competition for a U.S. institution, company, or organization (see eligibility information in B.1) interested in submitting an application to conduct ocean mapping, seabed exploration, habitat and resource characterization, and data management and analysis in Pacific Island Countries (PICs).
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Education
- Private institutions of higher education
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
Program Officer for Solicitation
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Timeline_Template_3.xlsx | Timeline Template | Aug 5, 2026 05:54 PM UTC |
| Notice_of_Funding_Opportunity_-_Seabed_Mapping_Exploration_and_Characterization_in_the_Pacific_1.docx | NOFO | Aug 5, 2026 05:53 PM UTC |
| Logic_Model_Template_1.docx | Logic Model Template | Aug 5, 2026 05:54 PM UTC |
| Budget_Template_FY26_with_MTDC_Calculation_Final_1.xlsx | Budget Template | Aug 5, 2026 05:54 PM UTC |
| Monitoring_Indicator_Tracker_Template_4.xlsx | Monitoring Indicator Template | Aug 5, 2026 05:55 PM UTC |
| FAQ1_1.pdf | FAQ 8-5-2026 | Aug 5, 2026 05:56 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Closing: August 14, 2026
Award
$7,000,000
Program Funding
10
Expected awards
$2,000,000
Award Minimum
$7,000,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
DFOP0019432
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Environment
Category Explanation:
History
Version:
2
Posted date:
August 5, 2026
Archive date:
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