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EPA Seeks Coordination and Support Services for Chesapeake Bay Program Advisory Committees

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 3 Chesapeake Bay Program Office is seeking a partner to provide comprehensive coordination and support for the Chesapeake Bay Program's four Advisory Committees. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 3, Chesapeake Bay Program Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are named; this is a services opportunity - Products/Services Requested: - Coordination, logistical, and programmatic support for: - Stakeholders’ Advisory Committee - Local Government Advisory Committee - Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee (STAC) - Agricultural Advisory Committee - Services include: - Meeting facilitation and administrative management - Stakeholder engagement and committee operations - Scientific workshop and conference support - Peer review and scientific report preparation - Bylaw review and member engagement - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Eligible applicants: state/local governments, Indian Tribes, nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and interstate agencies - Minimum 5% cost share required - In-kind workspace may be provided at the Chesapeake Bay Program Office in Annapolis, MD (cannot be included in budget) - Direct support for Chesapeake Bay watershed restoration and stakeholder engagement - Funding is up to $2,450,000 over five years, with annual incremental funding and subject to appropriations

Description

The Chesapeake Bay Program partnership's four Advisory Committees consist of volunteers who serve as independent advisors to various CBP committees and teams. These committees act as liaisons between the CBP partnership and key groups including watershed stakeholders, local government leaders, the agricultural industry, and the scientific community. The award recipient will coordinate and support these Advisory Committees to enhance representation and engagement in restoration and conservation efforts. Eligible entities must be capable of providing logistical, coordination, and programmatic support to these committees. The funding is provided as a cooperative agreement with a 5-year project period and requires a minimum 5% cost share.

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