Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Pacific Northwest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit

The U.S. Geological Survey is soliciting a cooperative agreement under the Pacific Northwest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit Program to fund research focused on the Northwest Forest Plan area. The project aims to analyze, synthesize, and interpret aquatic monitoring data from the Aquatic and Riparian Effectiveness Monitoring Program to quantify management-related changes in watershed and in-stream indicators. Key objectives include developing models to assess fish passage, stream water quality, and transportation infrastructure, while supporting adaptive management and goals related to public land outdoor recreation, water conservation, and hunting and fishing access. The total estimated funding is 300,000 dollars, with 200,000 dollars available for the first budget year and subsequent funding based on progress and availability. Proposals are evaluated based on purpose and relevance (60 points), technical approach (20 points), budget justification (10 points), and qualifications and experience with AREMP (10 points). Required deliverables include a final technical report, annual SF 425 financial reports, and a Project Abstract Summary for USAspending.gov. Applicants must provide biographical sketches and current and pending support documentation for key personnel and certify compliance with specific executive orders and secretarial orders. Payments will be administered through the Department of the Treasury Automated Standard Application for Payments system. The response deadline for this solicitation is November 30, 2026.