Opportunity Information: Apply for P19AS00500
The National Park Service (NPS), within the U.S. Department of the Interior, issued a Notice of Intent to Award for a discretionary cooperative agreement project titled "Geographic Information System Internships at Redwood National Park." This notice is meant strictly as a public announcement that NPS plans to fund specific project activities under an existing partnership framework; it is not a request for applications and it does not open a competitive application period.
The planned award is tied to Task Agreement P19AC00956, which falls under a larger master Cooperative Agreement (P17AC00162) with Redwood Parks Conservancy. In practical terms, that means the NPS is continuing or implementing a defined set of internship-related activities through a pre-established cooperative relationship with this nonprofit partner, rather than soliciting new proposals from the public.
The opportunity is categorized under a cooperative agreement funding instrument, reflecting that NPS expects to have substantial involvement in the supported work, which is typical for projects that integrate operational park needs, training objectives, and partner-delivered programming. The activity areas associated with the project include employment, labor and training, as well as natural resources, indicating that the internships are intended to provide workforce development and hands-on experience while supporting resource-related work at Redwood National Park, likely through GIS-focused tasks such as mapping, spatial data management, and analysis to assist park operations and stewardship.
The eligible applicant type listed for this opportunity is nonprofits with IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education. However, because the notice explicitly states it is not a request for applications and anticipates a single award, it functions as a transparency posting about NPS funding directed to Redwood Parks Conservancy rather than an open funding competition.
Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number P19AS00500, a creation date of August 12, 2019, an expected number of awards of one, and a maximum funding amount (award ceiling) of $49,463. The closing date is effectively not applicable because the announcement is informational and does not solicit submissions.Apply for P19AS00500
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the employment, labor and training, natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Geographic Information System Internships at Redwood National Park" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.954.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 12, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by This is not a request for applications.. (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 $49,463.00 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 this NPS announcement about?
This is a National Park Service (NPS) Notice of Intent to Award for a discretionary cooperative agreement project titled "Geographic Information System Internships at Redwood National Park." It is a public transparency notice stating that NPS plans to fund specific project activities.
Is this a grant opportunity I can apply for?
No. The notice explicitly states it is not a request for applications and does not open a competitive application period. It is an informational posting rather than an open solicitation.
Why is there no application period or deadline to submit materials?
Because the notice is not soliciting proposals. A "closing date" is effectively not applicable since NPS is announcing an intended award under an existing partnership framework rather than inviting new applications.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The planned award is directed to Redwood Parks Conservancy under an existing cooperative relationship with NPS.
How is this award structured (what agreement is it under)?
The planned award is tied to Task Agreement P19AC00956, which falls under a master Cooperative Agreement P17AC00162 with Redwood Parks Conservancy.
What funding instrument is being used?
The opportunity is categorized as a cooperative agreement. This indicates NPS expects to have substantial involvement in the supported work, which is common for projects that combine park operational needs, training goals, and partner-delivered programming.
What project activities are being funded?
The notice describes internship-related activities focused on Geographic Information System (GIS) work at Redwood National Park. The activities are associated with employment, labor and training, and natural resources. The description suggests GIS-focused tasks such as mapping, spatial data management, and analysis to support park operations and stewardship.
Which park or location does the project support?
The project is titled "Geographic Information System Internships at Redwood National Park" and is intended to support work at Redwood National Park.
How many awards are expected?
The expected number of awards is one.
What is the maximum funding amount for this planned award?
The award ceiling (maximum funding amount) listed is $49,463.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is P19AS00500.
When was this funding opportunity created?
The creation date listed is August 12, 2019.
Who is listed as an eligible applicant type?
The eligible applicant type listed is nonprofits with IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education.
If nonprofits are eligible, why can’t other nonprofits apply?
Even though the eligible applicant category is listed, the notice also states it is not a request for applications and anticipates a single award under an existing partnership. In practice, it functions as a public notice of intended funding to a specific partner rather than an open competition.
What does "Notice of Intent to Award" mean in this context?
In this context, it means NPS is announcing that it plans to fund specific project activities through a pre-established cooperative relationship. It is meant as a public announcement of planned funding, not a competitive call for proposals.
Does this announcement indicate NPS will be involved in the project work?
Yes. The use of a cooperative agreement reflects that NPS expects substantial involvement in the supported work.
Is this announcement connected to a broader partnership agreement?
Yes. The task agreement (P19AC00956) is part of a broader master cooperative agreement (P17AC00162) with Redwood Parks Conservancy.
What topic areas does NPS associate with this project?
The project is associated with employment, labor and training, and natural resources.
Does the notice provide instructions for submitting an application or proposal?
No. The notice does not provide submission instructions because it does not solicit applications.
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