National Cooperative Geologic Mapping
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 15.810 (USAspending.gov).
- Montana Technological University 2 awards $1,400,444
- New Mexico Institute Of Mining And Technology 2 awards $1,367,276
- University Of Illinois 2 awards $1,361,858
- Conservation, California Department Of $716,322
- University Of Wisconsin System $675,326
- Board Of Regents Of Nevada System Of Higher Education $672,760
- Department Of Geology And Mineral Industries $669,385
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
To produce geologic maps of areas in which knowledge of geology is important to the economic, social, or scientific welfare of individual States. StateMap supports: (1) projects which produce new geologic maps with attendant explanatory information including correlation of map units, description of map units and symbols, stratigraphic columns, geologic sections, and other pertinent information; and (2) projects which compile existing geologic data in a digital form for inclusion in the National Digital Geologic Map Database. EdMap: Provide funding for undergraduate and graduate students in academic research programs, through cooperative agreements, that involve geologic mapping and scientific data analysis as major components; expand research and educational capacity of graduate programs that teach earth science students the techniques of geologic mapping and field data analysis; and facilitate the publication and distribution of geologic maps generated in field-based graduate academic research programs.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
- Department/Agency of U.S. State
- State
StateMap program is restricted by statue to State geological surveys. Where State surveys are organized under a State university system, an application may be submitted by a State college or university on behalf of the State geological survey. EdMap program is restricted to universities with geoscience or related departments or programs.
Beneficiaries
- U.S. State Government
- Department/Agency of U.S. State
- State
State geological surveys participating in this program and the general public will ultimately benefit from this program.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Notification of an award is by receipt of a cooperative agreement from a U.S. Geological Survey contracting officer through GrantSolutions (https://home.grantsolutions.gov/home/)
StateMap: Approval/disapproval will be announced by mid-February (or shortly after budget allocation). EdMap: Approval/disapproval will be announced by late February (or shortly after budget allocation).
Program details & compliance
Description
The National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (NCGMP) is the primary source of funding for geologic map production in the United States. The NCGMP funds geologic mapping activities through its FEDMAP, STATEMAP, and EDMAP components. This Assistance Listing facilitates cooperative agreements for both STATEMAP and EDMAP.
Through STATEMAP, state partners produce geologic data to contribute to a national geologic framework driven by areas of economic, social, or scientific interest. STATEMAP mapping priorities are established by State Geological Surveys in consultation with a multi-representational State Mapping Advisory Committee. These priorities are based on multiple factors including a) state requirements for geologic-map information in areas of multiple-issue need or areas of compelling single-issue need, and b) state requirements for geologic-map information in areas where mapping is required to solve critical earth-science problems. STATEMAP-funded activities focus primarily on geologic maps to address land-use, water resources, aggregate and mineral resources, oil and gas, and natural hazards issues.
As the educational component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (NCGMP), EDMAP partners with colleges and universities to train the next generation of geologic mappers through hands-on, field-based (or data sythesis-focused) mentored geologic mapping projects.
Mission Categories
Primary: Earth and Environment
Other categories:
MineralsSTEM EducationEconomic DevelopmentCommunity Water Supply
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
STATEMAP: Only one application will be accepted from each State geological survey. State proposals cannot include in-kind services by the U.S. Geological Survey. Travel to meetings of professional societies is not an acceptable expense for the program, nor are funds intended for the purchase of computer hardware, software, or other nonexpendable property. Student tuition or reimbursement is not an allowable expense. EdMap: Proposals cannot include a request for in-kind services by the U.S. Geological Survey. Funds are not intended for the purchase of capital equipment. Student tuition or reimbursement is not an allowable expense. For further information, please contact the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program office.
Required Documentation
Proposals for StateMap must include a letter of support from the State Geologic Mapping Advisory Committee to qualify for funding. Proposals for EdMap must include a letter of support from a State Geologist or USGS Project Chief.
Matching Requirements
The Statemap program is required by Public Law 111-11 to be carried out on a 1:1 matching basis; each recipient must match each Federal dollar with a nonfederal dollar. The nonfederal share may be contributions of services or cash provided to contractors to perform geologic mapping or other services directly applicable to proposed work on the project. The specific source(s) of the State contribution, such as State legislative appropriation, must be provided in the proposal. The EdMap program is required by Public Law 111-11 to be carried out on a 1:1 matching basis; each recipient must match each Federal dollar with a nonfederal dollar. The nonfederal share may be a contribution of funds or services. Such services can include those related to the student research project or cash provided to contractors, i.e., field assistants to perform geologic mapping or other services directly applicable to proposed work on the project. Student tuition is not an allowable expense for direct cost or match for either Statemap or EdMap.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements