Opportunity Information: Apply for M19AS00007
The BOEM FY 2019 Alaska Coastal Marine Institute (CMI) opportunity is a discretionary cooperative agreement offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), through its Environmental Studies Program (ESP). Its purpose is to support research carried out within the University of Alaska system that advances BOEMs mission of promoting safe, environmentally responsible offshore energy and mineral development. The overall focus is on producing science and tools that help public agencies understand and manage marine and coastal environments that are affected, or could be affected, by Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) oil and gas activity and other offshore mineral exploration or extraction.
The program is structured to fund several broad categories of work. These include field and observational scientific studies aimed at improving understanding of marine, coastal, and human environments; modeling studies that examine environmental, social, economic, or cultural processes connected to OCS activities and that strengthen predictive capability; experimental studies that clarify environmental processes and the causes and effects of offshore activities; projects that create or improve data-sharing mechanisms, protocols, and information systems to support responsible management of offshore resources; and synthesis efforts that compile and interpret existing environmental or socioeconomic information relevant to BOEMs OCS oil and gas program. In practical terms, BOEM is looking for research that can reduce uncertainty for decision-making, strengthen environmental assessments, and improve planning and mitigation in areas where offshore development could occur.
Geographically, the opportunity is tied to Alaskas potential and existing OCS oil and gas leasing regions, with particular relevance to the Beaufort Sea, the Chukchi Sea, Cook Inlet, and the northern Gulf of Alaska. The agency emphasizes that projects should be aligned with these areas and with BOEMs information needs for offshore management, reflecting both ecological sensitivity and the operational realities of energy-related activities.
A key feature of this solicitation is that it follows a letters of intent (LOI) process within the University of Alaska system. BOEM, in consultation with representatives from the State of Alaska, pre-selected specific LOI topics for development into full proposals. Only proposals that directly address one of these selected research areas are eligible for consideration, and the notice explicitly states that requesting a full proposal is not a guarantee of funding. The selected topics span administration and several targeted science needs: (1) CMI Administration 2019-2023; (2) Western Beaufort and Chukchi Sea surface current analysis; (3) evaluating novel assessment approaches for coastal ice seal haulout areas and behavior in the Alaskan Beaufort Sea; (4) tracking fish and marine mammal responses to Arctic change through a community-based biological observing program in Arctic Alaska; (5) kelp restoration in the Boulder Patch; (6) changing relationships among climate variables and cumulative climate stress on the Gulf of Alaska ecosystem; (7) a multidisciplinary collaborative study on utilization of under-ice habitat by Arctic cod in the western Arctic Ocean; and (8) investigating marine movement and behavior of steelhead trout in and near OCS oil and gas lease areas.
In terms of basic grant mechanics, the funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, which typically indicates BOEM expects substantial involvement during the project (for example, coordination on study design, data standards, deliverables, or application of results to management needs). Eligibility is limited to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, and in this case specifically units within the University of Alaska system operating through the CMI framework. The opportunity (number M19AS00007) was posted March 11, 2019, with an original closing date of April 25, 2019. BOEM anticipated making about five awards, with an award ceiling of $400,000 per award, under CFDA 15.421.Apply for M19AS00007
- The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BOEM FY 2019 Alaska Coastal Marine Institute" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.421.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 11, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 25, 2019. (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 $400,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): BOEM FY 2019 Alaska Coastal Marine Institute (CMI) Opportunity
What is the BOEM FY 2019 Alaska Coastal Marine Institute (CMI) opportunity?
It is a discretionary cooperative agreement offered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), through its Environmental Studies Program (ESP). The opportunity supports research carried out within the University of Alaska system under the Alaska Coastal Marine Institute (CMI) framework.
What is the main purpose of this funding?
The purpose is to support research that advances BOEM's mission of promoting safe, environmentally responsible offshore energy and mineral development, especially by producing science and tools that help public agencies understand and manage marine and coastal environments affected (or potentially affected) by Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) oil and gas activity and other offshore mineral exploration or extraction.
Which BOEM program is sponsoring this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered through BOEM's Environmental Studies Program (ESP).
What types of projects is BOEM looking to fund?
BOEM is looking to fund research that can reduce uncertainty for decision-making, strengthen environmental assessments, and improve planning and mitigation in areas where offshore development could occur, including projects that produce science and tools relevant to offshore management needs.
What broad categories of work are included under this program?
The program is structured to fund several broad categories of work, including:
- Field and observational scientific studies to improve understanding of marine, coastal, and human environments
- Modeling studies examining environmental, social, economic, or cultural processes connected to OCS activities and strengthening predictive capability
- Experimental studies that clarify environmental processes and the causes and effects of offshore activities
- Projects that create or improve data-sharing mechanisms, protocols, and information systems to support responsible management
- Synthesis efforts that compile and interpret existing environmental or socioeconomic information relevant to BOEM's OCS oil and gas program
Is this opportunity focused on oil and gas only?
The stated focus includes OCS oil and gas activity and other offshore mineral exploration or extraction, with an emphasis on research that supports understanding and management of related marine and coastal impacts.
What geographic areas are most relevant to this opportunity?
The opportunity is tied to Alaska's potential and existing OCS oil and gas leasing regions, with particular relevance to the Beaufort Sea, the Chukchi Sea, Cook Inlet, and the northern Gulf of Alaska.
Do proposed projects need to align with specific regions?
Yes. BOEM emphasizes that projects should be aligned with Alaska's OCS leasing regions (notably the Beaufort Sea, Chukchi Sea, Cook Inlet, and northern Gulf of Alaska) and with BOEM's information needs for offshore management.
How does the letters of intent (LOI) process affect eligibility?
This solicitation follows an LOI process within the University of Alaska system. BOEM, in consultation with representatives from the State of Alaska, pre-selected specific LOI topics for development into full proposals. Only proposals that directly address one of these selected research areas are eligible for consideration.
Does being invited or requested to submit a full proposal guarantee funding?
No. The notice explicitly states that requesting a full proposal is not a guarantee of funding.
What are the selected LOI topics that full proposals must address?
Only proposals that directly address one of the selected topics are eligible. The selected topics are:
- CMI Administration 2019-2023
- Western Beaufort and Chukchi Sea surface current analysis
- Evaluating novel assessment approaches for coastal ice seal haulout areas and behavior in the Alaskan Beaufort Sea
- Tracking fish and marine mammal responses to Arctic change through a community-based biological observing program in Arctic Alaska
- Kelp restoration in the Boulder Patch
- Changing relationships among climate variables and cumulative climate stress on the Gulf of Alaska ecosystem
- A multidisciplinary collaborative study on utilization of under-ice habitat by Arctic cod in the western Arctic Ocean
- Investigating marine movement and behavior of steelhead trout in and near OCS oil and gas lease areas
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does a cooperative agreement imply for project execution?
Because it is a cooperative agreement, BOEM typically expects substantial involvement during the project. The description notes this could include coordination on study design, data standards, deliverables, or applying results to management needs.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, and for this opportunity specifically units within the University of Alaska system operating through the CMI framework.
What is the opportunity number for this solicitation?
The opportunity number is M19AS00007.
When was this opportunity posted?
It was posted on March 11, 2019.
What was the original closing date?
The original closing date was April 25, 2019.
How many awards did BOEM anticipate making?
BOEM anticipated making about five awards.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling was $400,000 per award.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 15.421.
What kinds of outcomes does BOEM want from funded research?
In practical terms, BOEM is looking for research that reduces uncertainty for decision-making, strengthens environmental assessments, and improves planning and mitigation related to offshore development in sensitive marine and coastal environments.
Is administrative work eligible under this solicitation?
Yes. One of the pre-selected LOI topics is "CMI Administration 2019-2023," indicating that administrative support within the CMI framework is included among the eligible topic areas.
Can projects focus on data systems and sharing, not just field research?
Yes. The program description includes projects that create or improve data-sharing mechanisms, protocols, and information systems to support responsible management of offshore resources.
Can proposals be on topics outside the pre-selected LOI list if they are generally aligned with BOEM's mission?
No. The notice states that only proposals that directly address one of the selected research areas are eligible for consideration.
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