FY2026 Implementation of the Quagga and Zebra Mussel Action Plan (QZAP) in the Western United States

DOI-FWS Posted F26AS00107

Description

Quagga and Zebra Mussels are aquatic invasive species that are rapidly expanding their range in the Western United States. Popular recreational reservoirs on or connected to the lower Colorado River are one major source of invasive mussels, which are easily transported via trailered watercraft to areas that have not yet been invaded. This funding opportunity will fund projects in the listed principal areas towards the fulfillment of the top priorities in the Quagga/Zebra Mussel Action Plan for Western U.S. Waters (QZAP 2.0) and will be limited to states within the boundaries of the Western Regional Panel within the United States.

Eligibility

All legal entities are eligible to apply. While all legal entities are eligible to apply, project must be focused on Western waters (ND, SD, NE, KS, OK, TX, MT, WY, CO, NM, ID, UT, AZ, AK, WA, OR, NV, HI, CA).Program will not fund land acquisition.All projects will be reviewed using the described Merit Review Criteria. Please review these criteria to ensure proposals are appropriate for this announcement.
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Funding Details
Award Floor
$50,000.00
Award Ceiling
$600,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
$1,950,000.00
Expected Awards
10
Key Dates
Posted
August 25, 2026
Closes
October 24, 2026 39d
Archive Date
August 1, 2028
Agency Information
Agency Name
Fish and Wildlife Service
Agency Code
DOI-FWS
Funding Instrument
Other