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USGS Earthquake Hazards Program External Research Grants for FY27

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, is inviting competitive grant proposals for its Earthquake Hazards Program (EHP) to advance research in earthquake hazards, physics, occurrence, and safety policy. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Office of Acquisition and Grants - Department of the Interior - Products/Services Requested: - External research grants supporting scientific studies in earthquake hazards - Research must address one of ten specified regional or topical areas, including Central and Eastern U.S., Intermountain West, Northern California, Pacific Northwest and Alaska, Southern California, Earthquake Early Warning, Earthquake Rupture Forecasting, Earthquake Source Processes, Hazard, Impacts, and Risk, or Ground Motion - Quantities and Funding: - Approximately 50 to 70 new awards anticipated - Typical grant amounts range from $30,000 to $120,000 - Total estimated program funding is $6 million - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Proposals must not involve procurement of products or services, regional seismic monitoring, long-term geodetic networks, or participation by U.S. government agencies or FFRDCs - Eligibility is verified via the SAM.gov Exclusions database - Open to universities, state/regional/local government agencies, private industry, nonprofits, tribal organizations, and small businesses - Place of Performance and Contracting Office: - USGS Office of Acquisition and Grants, Reston, VA

Description

The USGS Earthquake Hazards Program (EHP) is soliciting competitive research grant proposals to support research in earthquake hazards, physics of earthquakes, earthquake occurrence, and earthquake safety policy. The program aims to generate scientific information and situational awareness products to reduce deaths, injuries, and economic losses from earthquakes and improve public safety and resilience nationwide. Approximately 50 to 70 new awards are expected, with grant amounts typically ranging from $30,000 to $120,000, though no maximum award amount is specified. Eligible applicants include educational institutions, government agencies, nonprofits, tribal organizations, and small businesses.

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