Aquatic Fauna Response to Ecosystem Restoration in Southwest Florida
🏛 Fort Worth District (DOD-COE-FW)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units (CESUs) in specific regions only. Eligible applicants are institutions within the Gulf Coast, Piedmont-South Atlantic Coast, or South Florida-Caribbean CESU regions. The funding supports research on aquatic fauna responses to ecosystem restoration, particularly in Southwest Florida contexts. Only organizations that are members of eligible CESUs may apply.
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Program description
Note: A full study proposal and proposed budget are NOT requested at this time.
Project Title: Aquatic Fauna Response to Ecosystem Restoration in Southwest Florida
Brief Description of Anticipated Work: See attached SOO for this information.
Period of Performance: The base period of the agreement will extend 12 months from date of award. There may be up to four 12-month Follow-On Periods based on availability of funding.
Please send responses or direct questions to:
Maria Lopez
Grants Specialist
USACE, Fort Worth District
Email: Maria.E.Lopez@usace.army.mil
AND
Emily Woodruff
Project Manager
USACE, Fort Worth District
Email: Emily.T.Woodruff@usace.army.mil
Timeline for Review of Statements of Interest: RSOIs are required to be posted on www.Grants.gov for 30 days prior to the Government making a decision and requesting full proposals.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Statement of Interest (RSOI)
- SOO (Statement of Objectives) review
- Contact information for CESU verification
Program contact
- 👤 Maria Valadez-Lopez Grantor
- 📧 maria.e.lopez@usace.army.mil
- 📞 817-886-1881
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 12.005 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$104,256,557
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$46,704,785
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$42,188,833
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$30,386,779
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$25,536,048
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$19,552,583
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$15,967,466
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$15,518,066
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$14,569,316
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$13,925,241
Top States by Funding
- HI 18 awards $79.9M
- CA 22 awards $62.7M
- CO 2 awards $45.9M
- AK 14 awards $45.0M
- LA 4 awards $35.1M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 12.005). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $49,167,599 | |
| 2025 | $112,165,475 | |
| 2026 est. | $115,000,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Only Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units in the Gulf Coast, Piedmont-South Atlantic Coast, and South Florida-Caribbean regions. Your institution must be part of an eligible CESU network.
When is the deadline?
The fixed deadline is September 12, 2027. Statements of Interest must be posted on Grants.gov for 30 days before the government requests full proposals.
What is the award range?
Grants typically range from $300,000 to $1,925,000. The base period is 12 months, with up to four optional 12-month follow-on periods available.
Do I need to submit a full proposal upfront?
No. Initially, you submit a Statement of Interest (RSOI) only. Full proposals are requested later after agency review.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing is required for this grant.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Contact the grants specialist or project manager early with questions. Agency contacts are listed in the announcement.
- Verify your institution is part of an eligible CESU before investing application effort. Check CESU membership first.
- Focus your RSOI on aquatic fauna and ecosystem restoration outcomes. The SOO (Statement of Objectives) contains work details.
- Plan for a multi-year project. The base 12-month award can extend up to 48 months with renewals if funding permits.
- Follow the Grants.gov posting requirements carefully. RSOIs must be visible for 30 days before full proposal requests.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying from an ineligible institution outside designated CESU regions. Submitting a full proposal when only RSOIs are requested at this stage. Unclear connection between your research and ecosystem restoration outcomes.
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