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Mill Creek Natural Resource Training and Education Program – Cooperative Agreement Opportunity

This opportunity involves a cooperative agreement led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District, for the Mill Creek Natural Resource Training and Education Program: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District (Contracting Division and Mill Creek Project) - Program Overview: - Outdoor education and job training for young adults (ages 18+), focusing on natural resource management and stewardship - Supports post-high school education and workforce development - Scope of Work: - Flood control infrastructure maintenance - Environmental and recreational resource management - Public engagement and education - Activities include: - Vegetation and debris removal - Park and trail maintenance and repair - Invasive species management - Landscaping and prescribed burning - Tree and shrub planting - Recreation trail construction and refurbishment - Services Requested: - Delivery of three to four one-week work sessions over a six-month period - Recruitment and supervision of participants - Provision of basic tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) - Ensuring safety compliance and federal reporting standards - Notable Requirements: - All participants must be at least 18 years old - Recipient must submit monthly performance and financial reports - USACE provides work sites, technical guidance, and some materials/equipment - No cost-sharing required - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; opportunity is open to eligible non-federal public or non-profit organizations with experience in youth conservation and training programs - Funding: - Total funding is $35,930 for a single award - Place of Performance: - Mill Creek Project area, Walla Walla, WA - Contracting office at 201 N Third Ave, Walla Walla, WA 99362

Description

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking organizations to enter into a cooperative agreement for outdoor education and training, flood control infrastructure maintenance, effective environmental and recreational resource management, enhanced public engagement, and training/education opportunities. The program particularly targets challenging education and job-training experiences for young adults and supports formal post-high school education. The agreement aims to promote responsible stewardship of public lands and resources while developing future water and natural resource professionals.

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