Natural Resource Management (NRM) Education and Training of Eugene, OR, Area Youth

DOD-COE-PORT Posted W9127N-26-2-R002

Description

The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District (NWP) intends to enter into a cooperative agreement with a non-Federal public agency, nonprofit entity, qualified youth service, or conservation corps organization for land stewardship and restoration services on USACE land in the Willamette Valley, Oregon. These cooperative agreements will assist NWP in fulfilling environmental stewardship responsibilities consisting of restoration and management of native prairie landscapes and wildlife habitat primarily at Fern Ridge Lake while providing education and training to at-risk youth from the nearby community. The recipient’s participating students (participants) will gain experience with project planning, development, and implementation. Projects will mainly focus on land stewardship, prairie and habitat restoration, and nursery and greenhouse maintenance. This cooperative agreement assists NWP in fulfilling environmental stewardship responsibilities at Willamette Valley Projects, while providing education and training to students enrolled in Kalapuya High School. The program is focused on land stewardship and prairie and habitat restoration around the Fern Ridge Lake area.
Funding Details
Award Floor
$50,000.00
Award Ceiling
$260,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
$250,000.00
Expected Awards
1
Key Dates
Posted
April 20, 2026
Closes
May 20, 2026
Archive Date
June 19, 2026
Agency Information
Agency Name
USACE Portland District
Agency Code
DOD-COE-PORT
Funding Instrument
Other