Mokelumne River Riparian Diversion Project | F18AS00216

Opportunity Information: Apply for F18AS00216

The Mokelumne River Riparian Diversion Project is a discretionary federal funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service (Region 8) focused on improving fish protection and river habitat conditions on the Lower Mokelumne River. The core purpose is to modify and/or install fish screening on the three highest-priority water diversions where landowners are supportive, using appropriate materials and equipment to reduce fish entrainment and improve aquatic resource outcomes. The work is practical and construction-oriented, aimed at upgrading diversion infrastructure so it is safer for fish and more compatible with river management objectives.

Funding is offered through a cooperative agreement, with an award ceiling of $160,000 and an expectation of a single award. Allowable project costs include major implementation components such as project design and engineering, construction activities, fish screens, pumps, cleaning or self-cleaning systems that keep screens functioning effectively, and associated site-work needed to install and integrate the equipment. In addition to the federal funds, the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) will provide in-kind support by preparing environmental documentation and securing permits, as well as conducting pre- and post-project monitoring to evaluate conditions before implementation and measure outcomes afterward. That monitoring component signals that the project is intended not only to build infrastructure, but also to document effectiveness and environmental compliance.

This opportunity is specifically set up as a single-source award to EBMUD rather than an open competition. The Fish and Wildlife Service indicates it intends to provide financial assistance under an applicable single-source authority (505 DM 2.14(B)), citing that EBMUD submitted an unsolicited proposal with a unique approach and has unique qualifications, particularly its ability to provide substantial cost-sharing. Because of that structure, the notice explicitly states it is not a request for proposals, meaning other organizations are not being invited to apply or compete for the funds. The eligible applicant category listed is special district governments, which aligns with EBMUD as the intended recipient.

Administrative details reflect a short timeline typical of single-source notices. The opportunity is identified as F18AS00216, with a creation date of June 29, 2018 and an original closing date of July 6, 2018. The program is associated with CFDA 15.648 and falls under the broad activity category of environment, natural resources, and related research and development. Overall, the grant is best understood as targeted support for near-term, on-the-ground diversion improvements on the Lower Mokelumne River, paired with compliance and monitoring work led through EBMUD in partnership with the Fish and Wildlife Service.

• The Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service in the environment, natural resources, science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Mokelumne River Riparian Diversion Project" and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.648.
• This funding opportunity was created on Jun 29, 2018.
• Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 06, 2018. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
• Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $160,000.00 in funding.
• The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
• Eligible applicants include: Special district governments.

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