Mill Creek Natural Resource Training and Education

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking qualified organizations to enter into a cooperative agreement for the Mill Creek Natural Resource Training and Education program, located at 3211 Reservoir Rd, Walla Walla, WA 99362-8401. The initiative focuses on outdoor education and job-training experiences for young adults, with an emphasis on developing future professionals in water and natural resource management. Activities include flood control infrastructure maintenance, environmental conservation, invasive species control, trail and park upkeep, prescribed burning, and tree planting, all aligned with seasonal schedules from May through October. The program prioritizes hands-on learning, public engagement, and responsible stewardship of federal lands while ensuring compliance with USACE’s EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Manual and FED-OSHA regulations. All participants must be supervised, provided with appropriate personal protective equipment, and work in safe, compliant environments. The agreement is funded under the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 with a total estimated value of $35,930 and a performance period running from June 4, 2026, to November 30, 2026. Proposals must be submitted via Grants.gov or email by 10:00 AM PT on May 28, 2026, and include required forms such as SF-424, SF-424A, a program narrative, and certification documents confirming compliance with lobbying, debarment, drug-free workplace, and financial accountability requirements. Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov with a Unique Entity Identifier and demonstrate proven experience in youth training, conservation programs, and sound management of federal funds. Evaluation will be based on technical merit and budget reasonableness, with no award determined solely on price. The recipient must provide monthly performance and financial reports, maintain and return all USACE-furnished tools in like-new condition, and ensure that all work is conducted without displacing government personnel or conflicting with existing contracts. The Grants Officer holds sole authority to modify the agreement, accept deliverables, and terminate performance for noncompliance, and all subawards must adhere to 2 CFR Part 200 standards.