Opportunity Information: Apply for P18AS00612
The grant opportunity titled "Invasive Plant Control: Implementing Integrated Pest Management at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area" is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary funding action focused on reducing the impacts of invasive, nonnative plant species within and near the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (SMMNRA). The project is framed around the broader concern that invasive species are a major driver of biodiversity loss because they can outcompete native plants, change how ecosystems function, and weaken native wildlife habitat. In the Santa Monica Mountains specifically, the presence of more than 100 invasive species is highlighted as a direct threat to habitat quality, a contributor to wildfire risk (both ignition potential and fire spread), and a factor that can degrade visitor and recreational experiences on public lands.
This funding is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the work is intended to be carried out collaboratively rather than as a simple pass-through grant. NPS staff and the recipient organization are expected to work in partnership over two field seasons to implement best management practices for invasive plant control. The approach emphasized throughout the notice is integrated pest management (IPM), which generally means using a planned, science-informed combination of methods (such as mechanical removal, targeted herbicide use where appropriate, restoration, and follow-up monitoring) rather than relying on a single tactic. The stated outcome is a measurable reduction in the invasive plant species selected for treatment, supported by monitoring and effectiveness assessments rather than one-time removal alone.
The core activities described include implementing comprehensive invasive plant control projects that cover the full cycle of work: treatment actions in the field, monitoring before and after treatment, and formal assessments of how effective the treatments are over time. In addition to removing invasives, the project also includes native plant community restoration, which is important because disturbed or cleared sites can quickly be reinvaded if native vegetation is not re-established. The work is intended to be completed using a mix of technicians, partner staff, interns, and volunteers, indicating a strong hands-on field component and a workforce model that blends professional crews with supervised training and volunteer engagement.
A significant operational focus is placed on safe, compliant implementation. The announcement calls for maintaining tool and herbicide inventories with attention to proper handling and use, cleaning, secure storage, and loss prevention. It also requires training for crew members on project protocols and on the safe and effective use of hand tools, power equipment, and herbicides. Before field activities occur, monitoring is expected to confirm that planned actions will not damage sensitive natural resources or cultural resources, which is especially relevant in national park settings where archaeological sites, protected habitats, and sensitive species may be present. The project also stresses that safety and work procedures must be followed consistently, reflecting the risks associated with remote fieldwork, equipment operation, and chemical application.
Beyond on-the-ground control, the agreement is meant to support learning and improvement over time. The project includes evaluating monitoring protocols and conservation techniques used under the agreement to improve both efficiency and effectiveness, which suggests an adaptive management mindset where results inform adjustments in methods. Finally, the opportunity includes a communication element: findings are to be shared with local agency partners and the public, helping align invasive plant control practices across jurisdictions (federal and non-federal public lands) and supporting broader awareness of invasive species impacts and control strategies.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity is identified as Funding Opportunity Number P18AS00612 under CFDA 15.944, offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service. Eligible applicants are limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education). The notice states it is a "Notice of Intent to Award" and explicitly says it is not a request for applications, meaning the NPS is publicly announcing its plan to fund a specific project under an existing cooperative agreement (referencing MRT) rather than running an open competition. The expected number of awards is one, with an award ceiling of $45,000. The posting dates (created August 29, 2018, with an original closing date of September 12, 2018) function mainly as public notice timing rather than a typical application window, since the agency is indicating the recipient is already determined under the existing agreement.Apply for P18AS00612
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled ": Invasive Plant Control: Implementing Integrated Pest Management at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.944.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 29, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 12, 2018 NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD. This is not a request for applications. This funding announcement is to provide public notice that the National Park Service will fund the following project under an existing Cooperative Agreement with MRT.. (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 $45,000.00 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Invasive Plant Control: Implementing Integrated Pest Management at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area."
Which agency is offering this funding?
The funding is offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is P18AS00612.
What CFDA program number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 15.944.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The project is focused on reducing the impacts of invasive, nonnative plant species within and near the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (SMMNRA). The broader goal is to protect biodiversity, ecosystem function, wildlife habitat, and visitor experiences by measurably reducing targeted invasive plant populations through a planned control and monitoring program.
Why is invasive plant control a priority in the Santa Monica Mountains?
The notice highlights that more than 100 invasive species are present in the Santa Monica Mountains area. These invasive plants are described as a direct threat to habitat quality, a contributor to wildfire risk (including ignition potential and fire spread), and a factor that can degrade visitor and recreational experiences on public lands.
What type of funding instrument is used (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
This funding is structured as a cooperative agreement. That means the work is intended to be carried out collaboratively, with NPS staff and the recipient organization working in partnership, rather than a simple pass-through grant arrangement.
Is this an open application opportunity?
No. The notice is a "Notice of Intent to Award" and explicitly states it is not a request for applications. It is a public announcement that NPS intends to fund a specific project under an existing cooperative agreement (referencing MRT), rather than running an open, competitive application process.
Who is eligible to apply for this opportunity?
Eligible applicants are limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education.
How many awards does NPS expect to make?
The expected number of awards is one.
What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling is $45,000.
Where will the work take place?
The work will take place within and near the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (SMMNRA).
How long is the project expected to run?
The notice describes a partnership effort over two field seasons.
What approach does the project require for controlling invasive plants?
The project emphasizes integrated pest management (IPM). In this context, IPM means using a planned, science-informed combination of methods (for example, mechanical removal, targeted herbicide use where appropriate, restoration, and follow-up monitoring), rather than relying on a single tactic or one-time removal.
What are the main field and program activities included in the project?
The core activities described include implementing comprehensive invasive plant control projects covering the full cycle of work: treatment actions in the field, monitoring before and after treatment, and formal assessments of treatment effectiveness over time. The project also includes native plant community restoration to reduce the likelihood of reinvasion after treatment.
Is monitoring required, or is it primarily a removal project?
Monitoring is a central requirement. The intended outcome is a measurable reduction in selected invasive plant species that is supported by monitoring and effectiveness assessments, not one-time removal alone.
Does the project include restoration work after invasive plant removal?
Yes. The notice includes native plant community restoration as part of the project, recognizing that disturbed or cleared sites can quickly be reinvaded if native vegetation is not re-established.
Who is expected to carry out the work?
The work is intended to be completed using a mix of technicians, partner staff, interns, and volunteers. This indicates a hands-on field program that blends professional work crews with supervised training and volunteer engagement.
What safety and compliance requirements are emphasized?
The announcement stresses safe, compliant implementation. It calls for training crew members on project protocols and on the safe and effective use of hand tools, power equipment, and herbicides. It also emphasizes consistent adherence to safety and work procedures, reflecting risks associated with remote fieldwork, equipment operation, and chemical application.
Are there specific requirements related to tools and herbicides?
Yes. The notice calls for maintaining tool and herbicide inventories with attention to proper handling and use, cleaning, secure storage, and loss prevention.
What resource protection considerations must be addressed before field work begins?
Before field activities occur, monitoring is expected to confirm that planned actions will not damage sensitive natural resources or cultural resources. This is especially relevant in national park settings where protected habitats, sensitive species, and archaeological or cultural sites may be present.
Does the project support adaptive management or continuous improvement?
Yes. The project includes evaluating monitoring protocols and conservation techniques used under the agreement to improve efficiency and effectiveness over time, which reflects an adaptive management approach where results are used to refine methods.
Is there a requirement to share results or findings?
Yes. Findings are to be shared with local agency partners and the public. The communication element is intended to help align invasive plant control practices across jurisdictions and support broader awareness of invasive species impacts and control strategies.
What are the posting dates listed for this opportunity?
The notice indicates it was created on August 29, 2018, with an original closing date of September 12, 2018. Because it is a Notice of Intent to Award (not a request for applications), these dates function mainly as public notice timing rather than a typical application window.
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