Opportunity Information: Apply for NOAA NOS ORR 2022 2006974
The FY2022 Marine Debris Removal opportunity is a competitive NOAA grant program run through the NOAA Marine Debris Program under the Marine Debris Act (33 U.S.C. 1951 et seq.). Its main goal is to fund locally driven projects that assess, remove, and help prevent marine debris in ways that produce long-term, measurable ecological gains. The emphasis is on hands-on, on-the-ground removal work that improves habitat and environmental conditions in coastal areas, waterways, marine environments, and the Great Lakes, with the strongest preference given to projects that target derelict fishing gear and other medium- to large-scale debris that can cause outsized harm to wildlife, habitats, and navigation.
Projects are expected to do more than just haul debris out of the water. NOAA is looking for proposals that can clearly quantify benefits and show lasting outcomes, such as restored habitat function, reduced risks to marine life, or improved conditions for coastal resource use. In addition, the program encourages efforts that build public or stakeholder awareness about where debris comes from and why it matters, strengthen understanding of debris types and where they accumulate, and include practical approaches to reduce the chance that debris will quickly reaccumulate after cleanup. In other words, removal is the centerpiece, but applicants are also expected to connect removal work to learning, outreach, and prevention strategies that support durable conservation results.
Geographically, the competition is broad. Projects may be carried out across U.S. coastal, marine, and Great Lakes areas, including U.S. territories and Freely Associated States. NOAA also allows projects in coastal areas of Mexico or Canada, as long as the applicant can clearly demonstrate that the work benefits U.S. resources, navigation, or the U.S. economy. This reflects the reality that marine debris moves across borders and that removal in one place can protect habitats and infrastructure elsewhere, including within U.S. waters.
Awards under this solicitation are made as cooperative agreements, which typically means NOAA expects substantial involvement during the project period (for example, coordination on technical approaches, deliverables, reporting, or communications). For FY2022, NOAA anticipated up to $5,000,000 total available for Marine Debris Removal projects, with the typical federal share for individual awards falling in the $150,000 to $350,000 range. The published award ceiling is $350,000, and NOAA expected to make around 15 awards. Funding sources include NOAA appropriations to the National Ocean Service (specifically the Coastal Science, Assessment, Response and Restoration budget line) and supplemental funding tied to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2019 (Public Law 116-113, Title IX), supporting Marine Debris Act activities in the North American region.
The application process is two-step and time sensitive. Applicants must first submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) for competitive review, and only those invited based on the LOI can submit a full proposal. LOIs had to be emailed as an attachment to grants.marinedebris@noaa.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on September 24, 2021. If invited, full applications then had to be submitted through Grants.gov and validated by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on January 14, 2022. Because of limited federal office staffing, NOAA did not accept hardcopy submissions for either LOIs or full applications, and applicants were directed to follow the LOI and application instructions in the Notice of Funding Opportunity closely.
Key identifiers for this opportunity include the title "FY2022 Marine Debris Removal," the funding opportunity number NOAA NOS ORR 2022 2006974, the agency Department of Commerce (NOAA), the assistance listing reference CFDA 11.999, the opportunity category Discretionary, and the funding instrument type Cooperative Agreement. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others" with additional clarification provided in the full notice, so prospective applicants would need to consult the eligibility section of the Notice of Funding Opportunity to confirm organizational fit and any partnership or documentation expectations.Apply for NOAA NOS ORR 2022 2006974
- The Department of Commerce in the environment, natural resources, science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY2022 Marine Debris Removal" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 11.999.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 02, 2021.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 14, 2022. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $350,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 15 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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FY2022 Marine Debris Removal (NOAA) - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FY2022 Marine Debris Removal opportunity?
The FY2022 Marine Debris Removal opportunity is a competitive NOAA grant program run through the NOAA Marine Debris Program under the Marine Debris Act (33 U.S.C. 1951 et seq.). It funds locally driven projects that assess, remove, and help prevent marine debris in ways that lead to long-term, measurable ecological gains.
Which agency is offering this funding?
The agency is the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), through the NOAA Marine Debris Program.
What is the main goal of the program?
The main goal is to support projects that assess, remove, and help prevent marine debris, with an emphasis on durable outcomes and measurable ecological benefits (for example, improved habitat and environmental conditions).
What types of projects does NOAA prioritize?
NOAA emphasizes hands-on, on-the-ground removal work that improves habitat and environmental conditions in coastal areas, waterways, marine environments, and the Great Lakes. The strongest preference is given to projects targeting derelict fishing gear and other medium- to large-scale debris that can cause outsized harm to wildlife, habitats, and navigation.
Is debris removal the only activity NOAA expects?
No. While removal is the centerpiece, NOAA is looking for proposals that go beyond hauling debris out of the water by clearly quantifying benefits and showing lasting outcomes. The program also encourages learning, outreach, and practical prevention approaches to reduce the chance of debris quickly reaccumulating after cleanup.
What kinds of outcomes should projects be able to demonstrate?
Projects are expected to quantify benefits and show lasting outcomes, such as restored habitat function, reduced risks to marine life, or improved conditions for coastal resource use. NOAA is focused on long-term, measurable ecological gains.
Does NOAA encourage education or outreach components?
Yes. The program encourages efforts that build public or stakeholder awareness about where debris comes from and why it matters, strengthen understanding of debris types and where they accumulate, and connect removal work to prevention strategies that support durable conservation results.
Where can funded projects take place?
Projects may be carried out across U.S. coastal, marine, and Great Lakes areas, including U.S. territories and Freely Associated States.
Are projects outside the United States allowed?
Yes. NOAA allows projects in coastal areas of Mexico or Canada as long as the applicant can clearly demonstrate that the work benefits U.S. resources, navigation, or the U.S. economy.
Why would NOAA fund work in Mexico or Canada?
The opportunity reflects that marine debris moves across borders, and that removal in one place can protect habitats and infrastructure elsewhere, including within U.S. waters, as long as the benefit to the United States can be demonstrated.
What type of award is used for this opportunity?
Awards are made as cooperative agreements, which typically means NOAA expects substantial involvement during the project period (such as coordination on technical approaches, deliverables, reporting, or communications).
How much total funding was anticipated for FY2022?
NOAA anticipated up to $5,000,000 total available for Marine Debris Removal projects for FY2022.
What is the typical award size?
The typical federal share for individual awards was expected to fall in the $150,000 to $350,000 range.
What is the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The published award ceiling is $350,000.
How many awards did NOAA expect to make?
NOAA expected to make around 15 awards.
What are the main funding sources behind this solicitation?
Funding sources include NOAA appropriations to the National Ocean Service (the Coastal Science, Assessment, Response and Restoration budget line) and supplemental funding tied to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2019 (Public Law 116-113, Title IX) supporting Marine Debris Act activities in the North American region.
Is the application process competitive?
Yes. This is a competitive NOAA grant program.
Is the application process one step or two steps?
The application process is two-step. Applicants must first submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) for competitive review, and only those invited based on the LOI can submit a full proposal.
How was the Letter of Intent (LOI) submitted?
LOIs had to be emailed as an attachment to grants.marinedebris@noaa.gov.
What was the LOI deadline?
LOIs were due by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on September 24, 2021.
How were full applications submitted?
If invited after the LOI stage, full applications had to be submitted through Grants.gov and validated by the deadline.
What was the full application deadline?
Full applications had to be submitted through Grants.gov and validated by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on January 14, 2022.
Were hardcopy submissions accepted?
No. Due to limited federal office staffing, NOAA did not accept hardcopy submissions for either LOIs or full applications.
What should applicants follow when preparing LOIs and applications?
Applicants were directed to follow the LOI and application instructions in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) closely.
What is the funding opportunity title?
The title is "FY2022 Marine Debris Removal."
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is NOAA NOS ORR 2022 2006974.
What is the Assistance Listing (CFDA) reference for this opportunity?
The Assistance Listing reference is CFDA 11.999.
What is the opportunity category?
The opportunity category is Discretionary.
What is the funding instrument type?
The funding instrument type is a Cooperative Agreement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with additional clarification provided in the full Notice of Funding Opportunity. Prospective applicants would need to consult the eligibility section of the NOFO to confirm organizational fit and any partnership or documentation expectations.
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