Description
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is issuing a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for FY 2027‑2029 to fund research, education, outreach, and innovative projects that are not covered by NOAA’s standard competitive programs. The BAA is a grant‑type mechanism (Cooperative Agreement or Grant) and is open to a wide range of eligible entities, including higher‑education institutions, nonprofits, for‑profit firms, tribal, state, and local governments, and foreign organizations, with specific eligibility restrictions for CESU‑related projects. Funding is contingent on appropriations; no award ceiling is specified. Applicants must submit a detailed budget narrative following SF‑424 guidelines. The anticipated award period can span up to three fiscal years. Approximately 20 applications are expected.
• Open to diverse applicants (universities, nonprofits, private firms, tribal/state/local governments).
• Supports research, education, outreach, and innovative projects not covered by other NOAA programs.
• Funding mechanisms: Grant or Cooperative Agreement; no set award ceiling, funds dependent on appropriations.
• Application window: 10 Oct 2026 – 30 Sep 2028; deadline for questions not provided.
• Required deliverables include a comprehensive budget narrative and compliance with federal cost principles.
• Project period may be up to three years (FY 2027‑2029).
• Contact: Jeffrey Kulnis, NMFS, (301) 427‑8771, [email protected].