At a glance
Moderate Complexity
This grant is for organizations that can help monitor the water quality of the Great Lakes by studying certain small aquatic creatures like zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrates. The goal is to understand the health of the Great Lakes ecosystem and how it's affected by invasive species, which can help in managing fisheries and habitats.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that have the capability to collect and analyze samples of zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrates in the Great Lakes. It is open to a wide range of applicants, as the eligibility is unrestricted.
More details
Likely Disqualifiers
- Inability to analyze zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrate community abundance and composition
- Lack of experience in environmental monitoring or research
- Failure to submit a complete application by the deadline
- Non-compliance with federal grant regulations
- Inability to manage a project of this scale
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of capability to perform required analyses
- Organizational background and experience
- Compliance with federal grant regulations
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- DUNS number or Unique Entity Identifier
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Environmental impact assessment (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure your organization is capable of the specific scientific analyses required.