science_technology_and_other_research_and_development · DOI-USGS1

Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Lakes Northern Forest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit

Geological Survey · G26AS00032

Closed

Award Range

$1 – $49.297K

Total Program Funding

$49.297K

Expected Awards

Deadline

January 6, 2026

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Lakes Northern Forest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit. Geological Survey. The USGS is offering a funding opportunity to a CESU partner for research in conducting research on Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The overall goal is to determine the molecular mechanisms that drive the accumulation of PFAS in fish. This is a major concern for fisheries across the... $1-$49,297 per award; $49,297 total program funding; ~1 awards expected.

Who Should Apply

Other eligible entities

Who Should NOT Apply

Individuals and organizations outside the specified eligible types

Key Requirements (Plain English)

•This financial assistance opportunity is being issued under a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program
•Deadline: 2026-01-06

💡 GrantQuick Tip

Clearly demonstrate alignment with funding priorities and provide measurable outcomes.

Competitiveness: Very high — extremely limited awards available

What This Grant Funds

The USGS is offering a funding opportunity to a CESU partner for research in conducting research on Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The overall goal is to determine the molecular mechanisms that drive the accumulation of PFAS in fish. This is a major concern for fisheries across the United States that are affected by PFAS in surface waters. This research aligns with administrative priorities to make our Nation's resources, such as sport fisheries, safer and better.

Attachments

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Program announcement G26AS00032.docx

Program_announcement_G26AS00032.docx

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ATTACHMENT A - Biographical-sketch-common-form-doi-omb-3145-0279 3.pdf

ATTACHMENT_A_-_Biographical-sketch-common-form-doi-omb-3145-0279_3.pdf

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ATTACHMENT B - Common-form current-and-pending-support-doi-omb-3145-0279 3.pdf

ATTACHMENT_B_-_Common-form_current-and-pending-support-doi-omb-3145-0279_3.pdf

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ATTACHMENT C - Project Abstract Summary Requirement.docx

ATTACHMENT_C_-_Project_Abstract_Summary_Requirement.docx

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ATTACHMENT D - Geospatial Data Instructions.docx

ATTACHMENT_D_-_Geospatial_Data_Instructions.docx

Who Can Apply

This financial assistance opportunity is being issued under a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program. CESUs are partnerships that provide research, technical assistance, and education. Eligible recipients must be a participating partner of the Great Lakes Northern Forest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit.

Eligible Applicant Types

Other (see NOFO for details)

Funding Details

Minimum Award: $1
Maximum Award: $49.297K
Total Program Funding: $49.297K
Expected Number of Awards: 1
Cost Sharing Required?: No
Funding Instrument: cooperative_agreement

Key Dates

Posted: November 26, 2025

Application Deadline: January 6, 2026 (0 days remaining)

Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on the listed application due date

Agency Contact

RACHEL MILLER rachelmiller@usgs.gov

rachelmiller@usgs.gov

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