Assistance Listings

Sea Grant Support

Objectives

To support the establishment and operation of major university centers for marine resources research, education, and training and to support marine advisory services. Some individual efforts in these same areas also receive funding.

Examples of Funded Projects

Assistance Listing Description

IIJA Title Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Public Law 117-58

Range and Average of Financial Assistance

5,000 to $5,000,000 Estimated for 2022

Accomplishments

Account Identification

13-1450-0-1-306

Types of Assistance

B - Project Grants (Cooperative Agreements)

Credentials and Documentation

Proposals with statement of work and estimated budget. 2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program.

Applicant Eligibility

Universities, colleges, junior colleges, technical schools, institutes, laboratories; any public or private corporation, partnership, or other association or entity; any State, political subdivision of a State or agency or officer thereof; any individual.

Beneficiary Eligibility

Organizations and individuals with professional interest in marine affairs.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance

Funding is normally provided in annual increments for multi year awards. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: lump sum

Use of Assistance

Funding is provided to address Coastal, Ocean and Great Lakes issues and may be used for projects focusing research and development, education and training, technology transfer and advisory services. Projects are expected to achieve measurable, sustainable, and lasting benefits. Applicants seeking funding under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act are expected to invest public dollars equitably, create good jobs with high labor standards, ensure goods and services are made in America, and build infrastructure that is resilient and helps combat the climate crisis.Grant funding cannot be used to purchase, or construct ships or facilities.

Deadlines

Preapplication Coordination

Preapplication coordination is required. Environmental impact information is not required for this program. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. See contact information

Application Procedures

2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program.

Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFO) for this listing will be posted on Grants.gov (opens in new window) (opens in new window).

Made in a proposal to Headquarters Office or local Sea Grant program fully documenting need for grant and proposed amount. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A- 102.

Criteria for Selecting Proposals

Applications are judged on the degree to which they contribute to the purposes of the Act, along with their relevance to the oceans, Great Lakes, and the marine environment. They are also judged on expected results and benefits, soundness of scientific approach, cost effectiveness, and other factors. Specific selection factors are included in all Notice of funding opportunities issued by the National Sea Grant College Program.

Award Procedure

Awards are made competitively on the basis of proposal evaluation.

Date Range for Approval/Disapproval

From 90 to 180 days from time of proposal submission.

Renewals

Renewals and extensions are determined by the NOFO and or in negotiation with Sea Grant Office.

Appeals

Not Applicable.

Policy Requirements

Reports

Audits

Records

Grantees expected to maintain complete records for each grant to insure funds are used for purpose for which grant was made.

Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature

45 CFR 600-635; Literature: Suggestions for Submission of Proposals and Administration of Grants, National Sea Grant Program (no charge). Federal Register Vol. 43, No. 70 dates April 1978 and Vol. 43, No. 153 dated August 8, 1978, Part III, Title 15, Chapter IX, Part 917. Allowable cost will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular A-87 for State and local governments and Indian Tribes; OMB Circular A-122 for nonprofit and for-profit organizations; OMB Circular A-21 for institutions of higher education; and 48 CFR Part 31 for commercial organizations. Financial assistance management will be in accordance with 15 CFR Part 14 for institutions of higher education, hospitals, and other non-profit and commercial organizations, and with 15 CFR Part 24 for State and local governments.

Formula and Matching Requirements

Regional or Local Locations:

Headquarters Office: