OpportunityTitle: Cooperative Research and Training Programs
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: All applicants must be a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units network partner prior to being considered for  master cooperative agreement award under this announcement.
Description: The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking applications for master cooperative agreements from Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units network members to meet the following objectives:a. Provide usable knowledge to support informed decision making.b. Ensure the independence and objectivity of research.c. Create and maintain effective partnerships among the Federal agencies and universities to share resources and expertise.d. Take full advantage of university resources while benefiting faculty and students.e. Encourage professional development of current and future Federal scientists, resource managers, and environmental leaders. f. Manage Federal resources effectively.This competition will result in master cooperative agreements which do not transfer funds. Once a master cooperative agreement is in place, subsequent task agreements with project-specific funding will be initiated as approved and funding is made available.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: NPS Financial Assistance Office
GrantorContactText: Reference Section G of the full announcement attached for NPS Financial Assistance contacts for this announcement.
CloseDateExplanation: This announcement remains open until December 31, 2022.  Applications are reviewed and evaluated as they are received and may be submitted at any time.