Science Program 2009 Focused Proposal Solicitation Package (PSP):
CALL FOR PROPOSALS: Science Program makes $8 million available through 2009 Proposal Solicitation Package
The CALFED Science Program is announcing a solicitation for research proposals in support of the CALFED Bay-Delta Program. The package is now available. Proposals are due February 27, 2009.
The CALFED Science Program considers funding scientific research to be a critical component in achieving its mission of establishing unbiased and authoritative knowledge directly relevant to CALFED actions. The goal of funding this research is to invest in knowledge that will fundamentally advance the understanding of the complex environments/systems within the CALFED jurisdiction to aid policy-makers and managers.
State Fiscal Crisis
Despite the State’s current fiscal emergency and freeze on bond expenditures, the Science Program has decided to proceed with our 2009 PSP. It is our intention to award grants from this PSP during the summer of 2009, at which time we expect the fiscal situation to have improved. If it hasn't, it's possible that the awarding of grants may be delayed.
2009 Proposal Solicitation Package Synopsis
Click here to download 2009 PSP Solicitation Document
Through the California Resources Agency, the CALFED Science program is seeking to fund research that will fill critical gaps in our understanding of the current and changing Bay-Delta system. The new scientific information is meant to help resource managers and policymakers make informed decisions about current and future Delta water issues such as healthy ecosystems, water quality, and conveyance and supply.
A total of approximately $8 million will be available for research in four topic areas:
- Native Fish Biology and Ecology
- Food Webs of Key Delta Species and their Relationship to Water Quality and other Drivers
- Coupled Hydrologic and Ecosystem Models
- Water and Ecosystem Management Decision Support System Development
Award Information
Anticipated Type of Award: Grant
Estimated Number of Awards: Approximately 14 to 18
Anticipated Total Funding: Approximately $8 million
Length of Funding: Up to 3 years
Eligibility Information
Any public agency or nonprofit organization capable of entering into a grant agreement with the State or Federal government may apply. This includes, but is not limited to: (1) local agencies; (2) private nonprofit organizations; (3) tribes; (4) universities; (5) State agencies; and (6) Federal agencies.
Deadline
Proposals will be accepted from December 18, 2008 – February 27, 2009.
Application
The solicitation website and the forms required for application will be available in early January. Please check back for details.
Contacts
Proposal Submittal Process Helpline: 916-445-5838 or via email at help@solicitation.calwater.ca.gov