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NOAA NERRS Land Acquisition and Construction Program Grant Opportunity for FY2026

This opportunity is a grant program from the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), specifically the NOS Office for Coastal Management, supporting the National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS) Land Acquisition and Construction Program for Fiscal Year 2026. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - NOS Office for Coastal Management - Eligible Applicants: - Designated lead state agencies and universities in coastal states and territories - Products/Services Requested: - Land acquisition for reserve expansion or protection - Facility construction or upgrades (including sustainable and resilient design) - Planning and design for reserve infrastructure - Acquisition of vehicles or vessels for critical reserve needs - Funding Details: - Total available funding: approximately $8.5 million - Maximum per project: $3,000,000 for acquisition/construction; $500,000 for planning/design - Up to 10% of funds may be used for vehicle or vessel acquisition - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Projects must support the NERRS mission (research, education, stewardship) - Emphasis on sustainable and resilient facility design - Multi-phased construction projects are allowed - Cost-sharing or matching funds are required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; program is open to eligible state agencies and universities

Description

The National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS) funds lead agencies and universities to conduct land acquisition and construction projects supporting its mission. The program aims to protect key land and water areas, enhance long-term protection of Reserve areas for research and education, and support facility and exhibit construction with sustainable design standards. Projects include land acquisitions, facility development, and infrastructure enhancements to meet research, monitoring, and education objectives. Approximately $8.5 million is available for 5-20 projects with funding caps of $3 million for acquisition or construction and $500,000 for planning and design projects.

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