OpportunityTitle: Conservation Intern Assistance with Invasive Plant Management in Katmai National Park &amp; Preserve
Description: This Funding Announcement is not a request for applications. This announcement is to provide public notice of the National Park Service (NPS), intention to fund the following project activities without competition. ABSTRACT Funding Announcement P16AC00058 Project Title Conservation Intern Assistance with Invasive Plant Management at Katmai National Park and Preserve Recipient Student Conservation Association Total Anticipated Award Amount $19,132.20 Cost Share 25% - $13,169.13 Anticipated Length of Agreement Less than 1 year Anticipated Period of Performance 4/25/2016-10/9/2016 Award Instrument Task Agreement Statutory Authority 16 USC 1723(c) &#65533;&#65533;&#65533; Public Land Corps CFDA # and Title 15.931, Conservation Activities by Youth Service Organizations Single Source Justification Criteria Cited Under SCA Task Agreement P15AC00031 Point of Contact Erica Cordeiro &#65533;&#65533;&#65533; Erica_Cordeiro@nps.gov OVERVIEW This task agreement specifies a partnership project between the NPS and the SCA which involves placement of a youth associates at Katmai National Park and Preserve Exotic Plant Management Team (EPMT). The project to be carried out is: The Conservation Intern will gain knowledge and experience in all aspects of invasive plant management including surveying, monitoring, and control of such plants. The primary project to be accomplished by the SCA intern is to assist with the invasive plant management goals of the EPMT and the host park. The SCA intern will learn about NPS resource management land stewardship and natural and cultural heritage of Katmai National Park and Preserve; they will provide assistance in all aspects of invasive plant management, including surveying, monitoring and control of such plants. The intern will also assist in the collection and cultivation of native plant seeds and participate in educational or research efforts pertaining to invasive plants. STATEMENT OF JOINT OBJECTIVES/PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN This project motivates its youth participants to become involved in the natural, cultural and/or historical resource protection of their communities and beyond. RECIPIENT INVOLVEMENT SCA agrees: To assist with recruitment and selection of one (1) Conservation Associate to participate in the work described in the above Scope of Work, Position 00693632 from 4/25/2016 through 10/9/2016 (24 weeks). To provide for transportation to and from Katmai National Park and Preserve, and subsistence during the tour of duty. To provide living allowance, insurance, and Americorps awards (when applicable). To provide for in-service commercial travel during the project period of performance. Provide 24/7 staffed hotline assistance, site visit, and performance evaluations. NATIONAL PARK SERVICE INVOLVEMENT NPS agrees: To provide financial assistance in the amount of $19,132.20 To provide general orientation to park operations, NPS mission, and safety training. To provide a NPS technical representative on-site with the Conservation Associate to assist with specifics of the project as needed. To provide all necessary equipment and supplies applicable for performing required tasks. To provide housing for the partner participant or tent space. A written completion evaluation from Katmai National Park and Preserve per project evaluating the outcome and SCA&apos;s performance of that project.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: Erica_Cordeiro@nps.gov
GrantorContactText: Erica Cordeiro, 907-644-3315&lt;br/&gt;Erica_Cordeiro@nps.gov&lt;br/&gt;
CloseDateExplanation: This is a notice of intent to award to the Student Conservation Association.  Applications will not be accepted from any vendor other than the SCA.