Genetic Analysis Opportunity at Vandenberg Space Force Base
Summary
The US Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, has announced a funding opportunity for genetic analysis of the Gaviota Tarplant at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. The opportunity is open to Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units and has an estimated award range of $168,000 to $522,000.
What changed
The US Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, has issued a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) for a project involving the genetic analysis of the Gaviota Tarplant at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. This opportunity, under Assistance Listing 12.005 (Conservation and Rehabilitation of Natural Resources on Military Installations), is specifically for Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units and prioritizes federal and state agencies involved in fish and wildlife conservation, per the Sikes Act. The anticipated work will have an initial 18-month base period with potential for two 18-month follow-on periods, and the estimated award range is between $168,000 and $522,000.
Interested parties must submit their Statements of Interest by April 10, 2026. This is an initial RSOI phase, and full proposals will only be requested from selected candidates. The agency is seeking to identify potential investigators for this research, which falls under the category of science, technology, and other research and development. No specific compliance actions are required for regulated entities beyond submitting an interest statement if eligible and interested.
What to do next
- Submit Statement of Interest by April 10, 2026, if eligible and interested.
Source document (simplified)
Gaviota Tarplant Genetic Analysis at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA
Agency: Fort Worth District
Assistance Listings: 12.005 -- Conservation and Rehabilitation of Natural Resources on Military Installations
Last Updated: March 10, 2026 View version history on Grants.gov
Description
Agency Name: Fort Worth District
NOTE: A full study proposal and proposed budget are NOT requested at this time.
Project Title: Gaviota Tarplant Genetic Analysis at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA
Brief Description of Anticipated Work: SEE ATTACTHED SOO.
Period of Performance: The base period of the agreement will extend 18 months from the date of award. There may be up to two (2) 18-month Follow-On Periods based on availability of funding.
Please send responses or direct questions to:
Maria Lopez
Grants Specialist
USACE, Fort Worth District
Email: Maria.E.Lopez@usace.army.mil
Office: 817-886-1881
David Leptien
Project Manager
USACE, Fort Worth District
Email: David.B.Leptien@usace.army.mil
Office: 402-889-5570
Timeline for Review of Statements of Interest: RSOIs are required to be posted on www.Grants.gov for 30 days prior to the Government making a decision and requesting full
proposals.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
This funding opportunity is ONLY available for Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units under the Californian and Great Basin Regions. SIKES AUTHORITY ONLY: In accordance with the 16 USC 670c-1, Sikes Act, projects for the implementation and enforcement of integrated natural resources management plans, priority shall be given to Federal and State agencies having responsibility for the conservation or management of fish or wildlife.
Grantor contact information
Description
Maria Lopez
Grantor
Phone 817-886-1881
Documents
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| File name | Description | Last updated |
| --- | --- | --- |
| B01-RSOI_W9126G262SOI8658.pdf | Full RSOI and SOO | Mar 10, 2026 06:08 PM UTC |
| NISTRequirementNoticeAttachmentCESU.pdf | NIST Requirement | Mar 10, 2026 06:09 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: April 10, 2026
Application process
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Award
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Program Funding
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Expected awards
$168,000
Award Minimum
$522,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
W9126G262SOI8658
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Other
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Request for Statements of Interest to identify potential investigators for Gaviota Tarplant Genetic Analysis at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA in accordance with the
Sikes Act.
Category of Funding Activity:
Science technology and other research and development
Category Explanation:
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History
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Posted date:
March 10, 2026
Archive date:
May 10, 2026
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