Cooperative Research and Training Programs – Resources of the National Park System

Department Of The Interior, National Park Service

To establish and maintain cooperative study units, in partnership with federal, state, and local governments, tribes, nonprofit organizations, and institutions of higher education, to facilitate multi-disciplinary science and integrated information products related to the resources of the National Park System. To maintain a comprehensive network of cooperative study units that provide full geographic and topical coverage for research, technical assistance, and educational activities related t

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Helps universities and organizations work together on research and education about national parks. They get support for studies and projects that benefit park resources.

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Deadline
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Status
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Category
Research & Innovation Partnerships
Organization
Department Of The Interior, National Park Service

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  • Prepare application materials
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🌐Application Portal
http://www.cesu.org
📤Submission Method
online
🔄Intake Type
fixed-deadline

📄What Documents Are Required?

Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
  • indirect cost rate agreement
  • IRB approval letter
  • environmental review

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📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🔍Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year

How Do I Apply?

WASO_cesu@nps.gov

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