Opportunity Information: Apply for P17AS00182
The SUCR ACE PLC Fencing and Trails grant opportunity (PMIS# 196885A), issued by the Department of the Interior, National Park Service, is a discretionary funding opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement to support hands-on natural resources and visitor-use infrastructure work at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument within the Flagstaff Area National Monuments. The core purpose of the project is to improve and maintain park boundary protection and trail conditions while providing structured job skills training and career exposure for a youth corps crew working directly with National Park Service staff.
On the fencing side, the project focuses on patrolling and repairing more than 10 miles of boundary fence. The work described includes brushing back overgrown vegetation along the fence line, documenting trespass sites or signs of unauthorized access, repairing damaged sections, removing downed trees that interfere with the fence, and rebuilding fence segments where needed. The intent is both practical and protective: restoring the fence as a functional barrier, improving visibility and access for patrols, and reducing resource damage and boundary issues associated with trespass or encroachment.
On the trails side, the project includes a broad set of trail construction and maintenance tasks designed to improve tread condition, durability, and drainage. Specific activities listed include smoothing and grading trail tread, brushing vegetation to clear corridors, stump removal, and more specialized construction such as stone masonry and stone step construction. The work also includes building or improving water diversion devices and completing other tasks commonly associated with sustainable trail construction, which helps limit erosion, protect surrounding vegetation, and improve safety and visitor experience.
A major component of the opportunity is workforce development through training and interdisciplinary education. The youth corps participants are trained throughout the project in the practical skills required for fencing and trail work, but the educational scope goes beyond the trades. The crew will spend time with the park natural resources program learning about invasive species, habitat connectivity, and the distinctive geology and ecology of the Sunset Crater area. Cultural resources staff will provide context on the prehistory and historic periods that influence how the site and surrounding landscapes are understood and managed today. In addition, law enforcement and interpretive rangers will meet with the crew to discuss their roles within the National Park Service and the day-to-day impact of their work, giving participants a realistic view of public lands careers.
Administratively, the opportunity is identified as Funding Opportunity Number P17AS00182 under CFDA 15.931, with an activity focus in Natural Resources. Eligibility is limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education). The posted award ceiling is $32,800, with one expected award. The opportunity was created on April 11, 2017, with an original closing date of April 20, 2017.Apply for P17AS00182
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "SUCR ACE PLC Fencing and Trails (PMIS# 196885A)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.931.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 11, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 20, 2017. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $32,800.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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What is the SUCR ACE PLC Fencing and Trails grant opportunity?
The SUCR ACE PLC Fencing and Trails opportunity (PMIS# 196885A) is a discretionary funding opportunity issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service. It is offered as a cooperative agreement to support hands-on natural resources and visitor-use infrastructure work at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument within the Flagstaff Area National Monuments.
Which agency is offering this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is issued by the Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS).
What type of award is being offered?
The funding is offered as a cooperative agreement.
What is the core purpose of the project?
The project is intended to improve and maintain park boundary protection and trail conditions while providing structured job skills training and career exposure for a youth corps crew working directly with NPS staff.
Where will the work take place?
The work is located at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, part of the Flagstaff Area National Monuments.
What is the main focus area or activity category for this opportunity?
The opportunity lists an activity focus in Natural Resources.
What fencing work is included in the project?
The fencing component focuses on patrolling and repairing more than 10 miles of boundary fence. Tasks include brushing back overgrown vegetation along the fence line, documenting trespass sites or signs of unauthorized access, repairing damaged sections, removing downed trees that interfere with the fence, and rebuilding fence segments where needed.
How much boundary fencing is covered by the project?
The project description specifies work on more than 10 miles of boundary fence.
Why is the fencing work being done?
The intent is to restore the fence as a functional barrier, improve visibility and access for patrols, and reduce resource damage and boundary issues associated with trespass or encroachment.
What trail work is included in the project?
The trails component includes trail construction and maintenance tasks intended to improve tread condition, durability, and drainage. Activities listed include smoothing and grading trail tread, brushing vegetation to clear corridors, stump removal, stone masonry, stone step construction, and building or improving water diversion devices, along with other tasks associated with sustainable trail construction.
What outcomes are expected from the trail work?
The work is meant to support sustainable trail conditions by limiting erosion, protecting surrounding vegetation, and improving safety and visitor experience.
Does the project include workforce development or training?
Yes. A major component is workforce development through training and interdisciplinary education for youth corps participants working directly with NPS staff.
What skills training will youth corps participants receive?
Participants are trained in practical skills needed for fencing and trail work, including tasks related to fence repair, trail tread work, drainage improvements, and specialized construction such as stone masonry and stone step construction.
What additional educational topics are included beyond fencing and trail skills?
The crew will spend time with the park natural resources program learning about invasive species, habitat connectivity, and the geology and ecology of the Sunset Crater area. Cultural resources staff will provide context on prehistory and historic periods relevant to how the site and surrounding landscapes are understood and managed.
Will the crew interact with different National Park Service divisions?
Yes. The opportunity states that law enforcement and interpretive rangers will meet with the crew to discuss their roles within the NPS and the day-to-day impact of their work.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is P17AS00182.
What is the PMIS number for this opportunity?
The opportunity is identified as PMIS# 196885A.
What is the CFDA number listed for this opportunity?
The opportunity lists CFDA 15.931.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education.
Are universities or other institutions of higher education eligible?
No. The eligibility statement specifically excludes institutions of higher education.
What is the maximum award amount?
The posted award ceiling is $32,800.
How many awards are expected?
The opportunity indicates one expected award.
Is this a discretionary funding opportunity?
Yes. It is described as a discretionary funding opportunity.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on April 11, 2017.
What was the original closing date?
The original closing date listed is April 20, 2017.
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