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
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Description
The 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
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
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.
Grantor contact information
Description
Mrs. Laurie Golden 240-533-0285
1305 EAST WEST HWY, Silver Spring, MD 20910-3281
Work
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| NOAA-NOS-NCCOS-2019-2005821_FFO_Report.pdf | Full Announcement | Jan 29, 2019 02:15 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Archived: March 30, 2019
Award
$2,400,000
Program Funding
1
Expected awards
$1
Award Minimum
$600,000
Award Maximum
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:
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Category of Funding Activity:
Environment
Natural resources
Science technology and other research and development
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
3
Posted date:
October 18, 2018
Archive date:
March 30, 2019
