Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #G26AS00156
USGS Cooperative Research on Spruce Beetle and Invasive Species Impacts in Alaska Boreal Forests
Posted
August 11, 2026
Respond By
September 11, 2026
Identifier
G26AS00156
NAICS
541715, 115310
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking a partner from the Alaska Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) for a two-year cooperative research project focused on Alaska's boreal forests. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), National and Regional Climate Adaptation Science Center - Project Scope: - Research on the impacts of spruce beetle outbreaks and the spread of invasive European bird cherry in Alaska's boreal forests - Assessment of soil microbial community changes, legacy effects on native vegetation, and interactions between beetle disturbances and invasive species - Development of actionable science, data, and tools for resource managers - Key Partners and Stakeholders: - U.S. Forest Service - Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Protection - Notable Requirements: - Eligibility limited to Alaska CESU partners - Compliance with geospatial data standards - Detailed data management plan required - Annual progress reports and a final technical report - Funding: - Total estimated funding is approximately $453,203 - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a research and technical assistance opportunity rather than a product procurement.
Description
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is for a U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) National and Regional Climate Adaptation Science Center (NRCASC) competitive research award to a CESU partner. The project aims to advance Administration priorities such as American energy dominance, critical mineral development, water security, infrastructure resilience, and natural hazard preparedness. Research may include expertise in hydrology, geology, geospatial science, biosecurity, and near-earth space science to develop actionable science, data, and tools for resource managers and stakeholders. The award supports rigorous science and transparent communication aligned with various Executive Orders related to natural resource management and climate resilience.