Opportunity Information: Apply for BOR MP 18 N024
The Contra Loma Recreational Area Improvements grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number BOR MP 18 N024) is a discretionary grant released by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, under CFDA 15.524 (Natural Resources). It stems from Interior Order No. 3366, which directed the Department to expand and improve recreational access and experiences on lands and waters managed by the Department of the Interior. In line with that direction, the Bureau of Reclamation made funding available in April 2018 for recreation-focused infrastructure upgrades, and the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) was selected to receive up to $350,000 to carry out specific improvements at Contra Loma Reservoir within the Contra Loma Recreation Area.
The project is focused on upgrading existing visitor facilities at the south and east shore areas of Contra Loma Reservoir. The planned work includes replacing two existing chemical toilet units with more durable concrete vault toilet facilities, replacing the south shore fishing dock, and making Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility upgrades to parking areas and access pathways. In practical terms, the scope is about improving basic amenities, increasing reliability and long-term maintainability of restrooms, enhancing fishing access through dock replacement, and ensuring that key routes and parking areas better meet accessibility standards for visitors with mobility needs.
From an administration standpoint, Reclamation indicated that it does not anticipate substantial federal involvement in day-to-day project execution. Instead, its role is expected to be the typical stewardship and oversight associated with federal grants: monitoring performance, ensuring the project stays aligned with award conditions, and offering technical assistance if the recipient requests it. This framing suggests the recipient (EBRPD) is expected to manage design, procurement, construction coordination, and implementation, while Reclamation maintains the standard federal monitoring role.
Competition for this award was not conducted as a full and open solicitation. The justification provided is “unique qualifications” under a single-source rationale: EBRPD already operates and maintains the Contra Loma Recreation Area on lands and waters managed by the Department of the Interior, making it the logical entity to receive and administer funding for on-site facility upgrades. The opportunity listing also reflects that only one award was expected, with an award ceiling of $350,000.
The stated statutory authority for the award is Public Law 89-72, the Federal Water Project Recreation Act of July 9, 1965, particularly Section 1 and Sections 3(b)(1) and 3(c)(1). These provisions establish Congress’s policy that federal water projects should fully consider outdoor recreation and fish and wildlife enhancement opportunities, encourage coordination with other recreation developments, and promote the administration of recreation areas by non-federal public bodies when appropriate. The cited sections also describe cost-sharing expectations and conditions for expanding or modifying recreation facilities, including the principle that a non-federal public body typically bears not less than half of planning and capital costs for expansions or modifications and takes on operation, maintenance, and replacement responsibilities, with the federal share generally capped at 50 percent for expansion or modification costs.
Key listing details include: title “Contra Loma Recreational Area Improvements,” instrument type “Grant,” creation date May 30, 2018, and an original closing date of June 13, 2018. The eligible applicant field is broadly labeled “Others (see text field...),” but the actual award decision described in the notice is directed to EBRPD based on its operational responsibility for the site, reinforcing that this was effectively a targeted, single-recipient infrastructure upgrade award rather than an open competition for multiple entities.Apply for BOR MP 18 N024
- The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Contra Loma Recreational Area Improvements" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.524.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 30, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 13, 2018. (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 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled Contra Loma Recreational Area Improvements.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is BOR MP 18 N024.
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
The grant is issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), Bureau of Reclamation.
What type of funding instrument is this?
The instrument type listed for this opportunity is a Grant (discretionary).
What CFDA program is associated with this funding?
This opportunity is associated with CFDA 15.524, categorized under Natural Resources.
What prompted or authorized this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is linked to Interior Order No. 3366, which directed the Department of the Interior to expand and improve recreational access and experiences on DOI-managed lands and waters. In response, the Bureau of Reclamation made funding available in April 2018 for recreation-focused infrastructure upgrades.
Where will the project take place?
The improvements are planned for Contra Loma Reservoir within the Contra Loma Recreation Area, specifically focused on the south and east shore visitor areas.
Who was selected to receive the award?
The East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) was selected to receive the funding for the identified facility upgrades at the site.
How much funding is available under this award?
The notice indicates EBRPD was selected to receive up to $350,000 to carry out the improvements. The listing also reflects an award ceiling of $350,000.
How many awards were expected?
The opportunity indicated that only one award was expected.
Was this a competitive, open solicitation?
No. The award was not run as a full and open competition. The justification provided was "unique qualifications" under a single-source rationale, based on EBRPD already operating and maintaining the Contra Loma Recreation Area on DOI-managed lands and waters.
What is the overall purpose of the project?
The project is aimed at upgrading existing visitor facilities, improving basic amenities, increasing the reliability and long-term maintainability of restrooms, enhancing fishing access, and improving accessibility for visitors with mobility needs.
What specific improvements are included in the project scope?
The planned work includes:
- Replacing two existing chemical toilet units with concrete vault toilet facilities
- Replacing the south shore fishing dock
- Making ADA accessibility upgrades to parking areas and access pathways
Why replace chemical toilets with concrete vault toilets?
Based on the project description, the replacement is intended to create more durable restroom facilities with improved reliability and better long-term maintainability compared to the existing chemical units.
What does the fishing dock replacement aim to improve?
The dock replacement is intended to enhance fishing access at the south shore area of Contra Loma Reservoir.
What kinds of ADA upgrades are mentioned?
The scope mentions ADA-related improvements to parking areas and access pathways to help key routes and parking better meet accessibility standards for visitors with mobility needs.
Will the federal government be involved in day-to-day project execution?
The Bureau of Reclamation indicated it does not anticipate substantial federal involvement in day-to-day execution. The federal role is described as typical grant stewardship and oversight, including monitoring performance, ensuring alignment with award conditions, and providing technical assistance if requested by the recipient.
Who is expected to manage design and construction activities?
The notice suggests the recipient, EBRPD, is expected to manage practical implementation activities such as design, procurement, construction coordination, and overall project execution, while Reclamation provides standard monitoring and oversight.
What is the statutory authority cited for this award?
The stated statutory authority is Public Law 89-72, the Federal Water Project Recreation Act (July 9, 1965), particularly Section 1 and Sections 3(b)(1) and 3(c)(1).
What policy goals are reflected in the cited statutory authority?
The cited provisions describe Congress's policy that federal water projects should fully consider outdoor recreation and fish and wildlife enhancement opportunities, encourage coordination with other recreation developments, and promote administration of recreation areas by non-federal public bodies when appropriate.
Does the notice describe cost-sharing expectations for expansions or modifications?
Yes. The cited sections describe cost-sharing principles and conditions for expanding or modifying recreation facilities, including that a non-federal public body typically bears not less than half of planning and capital costs for expansions or modifications, assumes operation, maintenance, and replacement responsibilities, and that the federal share is generally capped at 50% for expansion or modification costs.
What are the key dates shown in the listing?
The listing shows a creation date of May 30, 2018 and an original closing date of June 13, 2018.
What does the eligible applicant field indicate?
The eligible applicant field is broadly labeled "Others (see text field...)". However, the notice describes a single-source, targeted award to EBRPD due to its existing operational responsibility for the site.
Is this opportunity best described as an open funding program for many applicants?
No. Based on the notice, it is effectively a targeted, single-recipient infrastructure upgrade award focused on specific improvements at Contra Loma Reservoir, with only one expected award and a single-source justification tied to EBRPD's role at the site.
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