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Partners for Fish and Wildlife FY26 Habitat Restoration Funding Opportunity

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), part of the Department of the Interior, is seeking applications for the Partners for Fish and Wildlife (PFW) Program to support voluntary habitat restoration projects on private lands across the United States and its territories. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), Department of the Interior - Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program - Program Overview: - Provides technical assistance and financial support for habitat restoration and protection projects - Focuses on projects benefiting federal trust species, such as migratory birds, threatened and endangered species, and at-risk fish and wildlife - Projects must be located on private lands, including tribal lands, Hawaiian homelands, cities, municipalities, and non-governmental properties - Eligibility and Funding: - Eligible applicants: state, county, city, tribal governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, individuals, and businesses - Total estimated funding: $15,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 500 - Individual award range: $1 to $750,000 - No cost sharing required - Products/Services Requested: - Habitat restoration and protection services (no specific products or OEMs required) - Includes technical assistance, project planning, and financial support for restoration of wetlands, streams, grasslands, and other habitats - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Projects must align with regional strategic habitat conservation plans and priorities set by the Secretary of the Interior - Applicants must consult with local PFW staff before submitting applications - Prioritization of projects supporting America250 celebrations - Compliance with federal cost principles and conflict of interest disclosures - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grant for habitat restoration services rather than product procurement.

Description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) Partners for Fish and Wildlife (PFW) Program helps private landowners restore and protect habitats for fish and wildlife. It offers both technical assistance and financial support, mainly through cooperative agreements. The PFW Program has approximately 220 staff working in all 50 states and territories. They work together with project partners and stakeholders to find key areas for conservation and set habitat goals. These focus areas guide the program on where to direct resources for conserving important habitats for federal trust species.

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