FY2024_BLAG NOFO_P24AS00517_23-1229.pdf

Signature Date

National Park Service

CRFA-PGC - Cultural Resources Financial Assistance

P24AS00517

12/29/2023

Table of Contents A. Program Description

B. Federal Award Information

B1. Total Funding

B2. Expected Award Amount

B3. Anticipated Award Funding and Dates

B4. Number of Awards

B5. Type of Award

C. Eligibility Information

C1. Eligible Applicants

C2. Cost Sharing or Matching

C3. Other

D. Application and Submission Information

D1. Address to Request Application Package

D2. Content and Form of Application Submission

D3. Unique Entity Identifier and System for Award Management (SAM)

D4. Submission Dates and Times

D5. Intergovernmental Review

D6. Funding Restrictions

D7. Other Submission Requirements

E. Application Review Information

E1. Criteria

E2. Review and Selection Process

E3. CFR – Regulatory Information

E4. Anticipated Announcement and Federal Award Dates

F. Federal Award Administration Information

F1. Federal Award Notices

F2. Administrative and National Policy Requirements

F3. Reporting

G. Federal Awarding Agency Contact(s)

G1. Program Technical Contact

G2. Program Administration Contact

G3. Application System Technical Support

H. Other Information

A. Program Description Authority:

54 U.S.C. 308103

Assistance Listing:

15.928 Program Background, Objectives, and Goals:

Historic battlefields and associated sites of armed conflict are powerful reminders of the shared heritage of all Americans. In an ongoing effort to extend the conservation of natural and cultural resources beyond our park boundaries, the National Park Service American Battlefield Protection Program (NPS ABPP) promotes the preservation and interpretation of these important places.

NPS ABPP supports community-driven stewardship of historic resources through four grant opportunities: Preservation Planning, Battlefield Restoration, Battlefield Interpretation, and Battlefield Land Acquisition.

NPS ABPP administers Battlefield Land Acquisition Grants (BLAG) to assist State and local governments with the preservation of eligible Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War battlefield lands through acquisition of fee-simple or less-than-fee (easement) interests. Funding for the BLAG program is made available from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and is awarded competitively. Each grant requires a dollar-for-dollar non-Federal match. Grants are available to acquire interests in eligible Civil War battlefields listed in the Civil War sites Advisory Commission's (CWSAC) Report on the Nation's Civil War Battlefields (1993) and in the principal battlefields of the Revolutionary War and War of 1812 identified in NPS ABPP’s Report to Congress on the Historic Preservation of Revolutionary War and War of 1812 Sites in the United States (2007) (Survey Reports).

A nonprofit organization may acquire an interest in an eligible site with a BLAG award in partnership with a State or local government.

Applications are accepted and evaluated on a rolling basis. Applications for acquisition of lands at eligible battlefields rated as Preservation Priority I and II properties will be given precedence in processing, evaluation, and award recommendations. As our nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, NPS ABPP encourages projects that promote and expand preservation as well as enhance our understanding of the origins of the United States.

NPS ABPP BLAG funds may not be used to acquire land or interests in land within the legislative boundary of a unit of the National Park System. Grant recipients are required to provide for public access and enjoyment of lands or interests in lands acquired with NPS ABPP funds in a manner consistent with the preservation goals of the program. Land acquired with these funds will be subject to the LWCF non-conversion requirements. Grant recipients and their nonprofit partners who acquire an interest in eligible lands must convey a perpetual preservation easement on the land to the appropriate State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) or to another organization acceptable to the National Park Service and SHPO.

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Funding Opportunity Goals The NPS ABPP Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant program supports agency efforts to address climate-change vulnerabilities through conservation of open land and access to green space, particularly in metropolitan areas. Our goal is to increase protected acreage and engage a diverse community of preservation partners.

B. Federal Award Information

B1. Total Funding Estimated Total Funding $17,400,000

B2. Expected Award Amount Maximum Award $0 Minimum Award $0 There are no maximum or minimum award amounts. Prior awards typically have ranged from $30,000 to $2,000,000, while higher amounts have been awarded. The amount of funding available per award for this NOFO will be determined as part of the application review process based on applications received and funding made available through appropriations.

B3. Anticipated Award Funding and Dates Anticipated Award Date March 01, 2024 Anticipated Start Date: Rolling Anticipated Award Date is an example. Applications under this Notice will be accepted through December 31, 2024 and may be prioritized based on battlefield Preservation Priority rating assigned in the Survey Reports.

B4. Number of Awards Expected Number of Awards The number of awards in one year fluctuates between 24 and 28 based on the amount requested.

B5. Type of Award Funding Instrument Type G - Grant Consistent with 31 U.S.C. § 6304:

An executive agency shall use a grant agreement as the legal instrument reflecting a relationship between the United States Government and a State, a local government, or other recipient when:

(1) The principal purpose of the relationship is to transfer a thing of value to the State or local government or other recipient to carry out a public purpose of support or stimulation authorized by a law of the United States instead of acquiring (by purchase, lease, or barter) property or services for the direct benefit or use of the United States Government; and

(2) Substantial involvement is not expected between the executive agency and the State, local government, or other recipient when carrying out the activity contemplated in the agreement.

C. Eligibility Information

C1. Eligible Applicants Eligible Applicants 00 – State governments 01 – County governments 02 – City or township governments Additional Information on Eligibility In accordance with 54 U.S.C. § 308103(b), Battlefield Acquisition Grant Program, this funding opportunity is limited to state or local governments. Nonprofit organizations may acquire an interest in an eligible site by partnering in an application from a state or local government which has jurisdiction over the property interest to be acquired. The government agency will be the grant recipient and serve as a pass-through entity for Federal funds to the nonprofit organization (2 C.F.R. § 200.74 and 2 C.F.R. § 200.86).

C2. Cost Sharing or Matching Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement Yes In accordance with 54 U.S.C. § 308103(d), non-Federal cost share in the amount of 50%, or a ratio of 1:1, is required to be eligible for an award under this NOFO. The non-Federal entity must contribute at least 50% of the total project cost, meaning one dollar for every Federal dollar requested, from non-Federal sources as evidenced by a letter of commitment, addressed to the applicant, from the funding source(s) or awarding entity. Eligible non-Federal sources of contributions must be allowable under 2 C.F.R. § 200.306 and may include: cash, loans, and/or in-kind contributions. Non-Federal entity cost share contributions shall be annotated within the SF-424A (reference section D, Application and Submission Information) and Detailed Budget Narrative submitted by the applicant.

For purposes of this program, applicants may use a loan as non-Federal cost share. However, if the loan is secured by the land to be acquired, the lending institution must agree in writing that it will subordinate its own interest in the property to the terms of the grant, particularly the LWCF non-conversion (54 USC 200305(f)(3)) and conservation easement requirements. The applicant must include this explicit, written agreement from the lending institution in the proposal package.

C3. Other Pre-Application Consultation: Prospective applicants and preservation partners are strongly encouraged to contact the NPS ABPP office to discuss the proposed acquisition and preservation strategy as early as possible and prior to completing the application. Contact information can be found in Section G of this notice.

Eligible Sites: Eligible battlefields: (1) have been assigned a battlefield or “survey” code in the Survey Reports; (2) are located on American soil, or within the boundaries of the United States;

and (3) located outside of the exterior boundaries of a unit of the National Park System. Eligible acquisitions should lie at least 50% within the battlefield boundaries of sites identified in the Survey Reports. Battlefield boundary maps are available free of charge through the NPS ABPP website at the NPS DataStore: (https://irma.nps.gov/DataStore/Collection/Profile/7874). If the property to be acquired overlaps the battlefield boundary, a majority (more than 50%) of the property must be within the boundary of an eligible battlefield for the application to be eligible for funding.

Boundaries for most eligible battlefields are defined by NPS spatial data accompanying the Survey Reports. Applications for eligible sites without survey-defined boundaries, including sites identified as “Needing Further Study” in NPS ABPP’s Report to Congress on the Historic Preservation of Revolutionary War and War of 1812 Sites in the United States (2007), must select defensible boundaries for the site according to guidelines provided in National Register Bulletin No. 40: Guidelines for Identifying, Evaluating and Registering America’s Historic Battlefields and/or National Register Bulletin No. 21: Defining Boundaries for National Register Properties.

There are no limits to the number of applications an applicant may submit.

Applications for renewal or supplementation of existing projects are eligible to compete with applications for new Federal awards.

Excluded Parties:

NPSconducts a review of the SAM.gov Exclusions database for all applicant entities and their key project personnel prior to award. The NPS cannot award funds to entities or their key project personnel identified in the SAM.gov Exclusions database as ineligible, prohibited/restricted or otherwise excluded from receiving Federal contracts, certain subcontracts, and certain Federal assistance and benefits, as their ineligibility condition applies to this Federal program.

Foreign Entities or Projects This program does not provide funding to foreign entities or for projects conducted outside the United States.

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D. Application and Submission Information

D1. Address to Request Application Package Applicants are encouraged to contact the NPS ABPP staff to discuss the proposed acquisition prior to submitting an application. Contact information can be found in Section G of this notice.

An Application Package has been included with the Notice of Funding Opportunity on Grants.gov. The Application Package contains mandatory forms that must be submitted with your proposal, including: the SF-424 (Application for Financial Assistance), SF-424A (Budget Information), SF-424B (Assurances). The Application Package also includes a Project Narrative Attachment and Budget Narrative Attachment for additional documentation. The Application Package can also be accessed and downloaded from the Synopsis page of this announcement in Grants.gov. Applicants may also request paper copies of application materials by contacting the Awarding Agency using the information provided in Section G of this Notice of Funding Opportunity.

You must complete the mandatory standard forms and any applicable optional forms, in accordance with the instructions below, as required by this NOFO. Do not include any proprietary or personally identifiable information. A complete application should include:

• Standard Form 424 (SF 424) - Application for Federal Assistance. Complete this form as much as possible with all applicable information.

• Standard Form 424A (SF 424A) - Budget Information. Applicants must provide an estimated cumulative budget for the total project in the proposal. The estimated budget must align with the projected scope of work presented in the application.

• Project Abstract Summary – The project abstract form must be completed to meet Federal award reporting requirements. Ensure the project abstract succinctly describes the project in plain language that the public can understand and use without the full proposal.

If the application is funded, this information will be made available for public access including on USAspending.gov

• Detailed Budget – The project budget shall include detailed information on all cost categories and must clearly identify all project costs. Unit costs shall be provided for all budget items including the cost of work to be provided by contractors or sub-recipients.

In addition, applicants shall include a narrative description of the items included in the project budget, including the value of in-kind contributions of goods and services provided to complete the project when cost share is identified to be included (reference section C of this announcement). Cost categories can include, but are not limited to, those costs items included on the SF424A.

• Standard Form 424B (SF 424B) – Assurances. This form must be signed and submitted with your application.

• Project Narrative - Proposal Submission Format

• Indirect Costs - If your proposed budget includes indirect costs, the rate as proposed must meet the requirements of 2 CFR Part 200, Section 200.414 and 2 CFR Part 200, Appendix III through Appendix VII, as applicable. If fully negotiated indirect cost rates are applied, the associated rate agreement must be provided with your proposal.

Proposals that fail to document their indirect costs may have those costs disallowed.

A complete application also includes the following documentation detailed in Section D7 below:

• Applicant Cover Letter

• Schedule for Completion

• Easement Holder Letter or Preservation Letter of Agreement statement

• Willing Seller documentation

• Cost Share Documentation

• Battlefield/Parcel Map

• Photos of the Property

• GIS shapefiles

D2. Content and Form of Application Submission Project Narrative The Project Narrative must identify the property to be acquired with the following information:

Name and address of property (“Tract”) and eligible battlefield where the Tract is located, including survey code(s) assigned in the “Survey Reports.” Applicants must also state the Preservation Priority assigned to the battlefield in the Survey Reports and should provide the National Register Information System (NRIS) database number for any properties, including National Historic Landmarks, listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

The Project Narrative should specifically address each of the review criteria and questions (see Section E):

• Historical Significance and Integrity

• Resource Analysis and Proposed Activities

• Statement of Threat, Preservation Strategy and Future Sustainability

• Qualification, Experience and Capacity of Applicant and partners

The Project Narrative document should be a maximum of 5 pages long with font at a minimum size of 11, and 1-inch margins. (The SF-424, SF-424A, SF-424B, SF-LLL (if applicable), as well as required maps, photos, and resumes are not counted as part of the 5-page limit).

Applications to acquire lands associated with eligible sites without survey-defined boundaries must submit documentation described in Section C3. The Project Narrative may reference required documentation substantiating boundaries that is provided as a separate attachment to the application.

Additional information that is pertinent to the proposal should be included as attachments.

SF-424, Application for Federal Assistance Applicants must submit the appropriate Standard Form (SF)-424, Application for Federal Assistance. Individuals applying as a private citizen (i.e., unrelated to any business or nonprofit organization you may own or operate in your name), must complete the SF-424, Application for Federal Assistance-Individual form. All other applicants must complete the standard SF-424, Application for Federal Assistance. The required application forms are available with this announcement on Grants.gov. The SF-424, Application for Federal Assistance must be complete, signed, and dated. Do not include any proprietary or personally identifiable information. Please note: Enter only the amount requested from this Federal program in the “Federal” funding box on the SF-424 Application form. Include any other Federal sources of funding in the “Other” box and provide details on those Federal source(s) and funding amount(s) in the required Budget Narrative (see the “Budget Narrative” section below).

Applicants must submit the appropriate SF-424 Budget Information form and Budget Narrative.

For non-construction programs or projects, applicants must complete and submit the SF-424A, “Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs” form. All of the required application forms are available with this announcement on Grants.gov. Federal award recipients and subrecipients are subject to Federal award cost principles in 2 CFR 200.

Applicants must provide an estimated cumulative budget for the total project in the proposal. The estimated budget must align with the proposed scope of work presented in the Project Narrative.

Unit cost estimates shall be provided for all budget items including the cost of work to be provided by contractors or sub-recipients. A detailed Budget Narrative must also be submitted with the application.

Any applicant organization that has not completed the financial assistance certifications and representations within their SAM.gov registration must submit the appropriate signed and dated Assurances form. All of the required application forms are available with this announcement on Grants.gov.

Detailed Budget Narrative The project budget shall include detailed information on all cost categories and must clearly identify all estimated project costs. Unit costs shall be provided for all budget items including the cost of work to be provided by contractors or sub-recipients. In addition, applicants shall include a narrative description of the items included in the project budget, including the value of in-kind contributions of goods and services provided to complete the project when cost share is identified to be included (reference section C of this announcement). Cost categories can include, but are not limited to, those costs items included on the SF424A or SF424C.

In addition to the SF-424A, applicants shall include a detailed Budget Narrative description of the items included in line 6.h. (“Other”) of the SF-424A, including the value of in-kind contributions of goods and services provided to complete the project in accordance with 2 C.F.R.

§ 200.306(b) (See Section C.2. of this announcement).

The Budget Narrative must include income and expense lines, and present cost centers to distinguish expenses allocated to Federal and non-Federal sources. Expense categories can include, but are not limited to: Purchase Price, Appraisal, Appraisal Review, Environmental Assessment, expenses relating to Section 106 review and consultation, Property Surveying, Title Search and Insurance, Recording Fees, Settlement and Legal Fees. For acquisitions that include any contracted lease-back arrangements, such arrangements are considered Program Income under 2 CFR §200.1 during the grant period of performance and must be accounted for as such in the Budget Narrative.

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Project Abstract Summary Please complete and submit with your application package the Project Abstract Summary form with the following information:

• Funding Opportunity Number;

• Goals and Objectives of your proposed project;

• Summary of Project Activities;

• Performance Goals including milestones and expected outcomes;

• Who will benefit from your project.

This information will be transmitted to USASpending.gov and be viewable by the public.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Per the Financial Assistance Interior Regulation (FAIR), 2 CFR §1402.112, applicants must state in their application if any actual or potential conflict of interest exists at the time of submission.

(a) Applicability.

(1) This section intends to ensure that non-Federal entities and their employees take appropriate steps to avoid conflicts of interest in their responsibilities under or with respect to Federal financial assistance agreements.

(2) In the procurement of supplies, equipment, construction, and services by recipients and by sub recipients, the conflict of interest provisions in 2 CFR §200.318 apply.

(b) Notification.

(1) Non-Federal entities, including applicants for financial assistance awards, must disclose in writing any conflict of interest to the DOI awarding agency or pass-through entity in accordance with 2 CFR §200.112.

(2) Recipients must establish internal controls that include, at a minimum, procedures to identify, disclose, and mitigate or eliminate identified conflicts of interest. The recipient is responsible for notifying the Financial Assistance Officer in writing of any conflicts of interest that may arise during the life of the award, including those that have been reported by sub recipients.

(c) Restrictions on lobbying. Non-Federal entities are strictly prohibited from using funds under a grant or cooperative agreement for lobbying activities and must provide the required certifications and disclosures pursuant to 43 CFR §18 and prelim@title31/subtitle2/chapter13&edition=prelim">31 USC §1352.

(d) Review procedures. The Financial Assistance Officer will examine each conflict of interest disclosure on the basis of its particular facts and the nature of the proposed grant or cooperative agreement, and will determine whether a significant potential conflict exists and, if it does, develop an appropriate means for resolving it.

(e) Enforcement. Failure to resolve conflicts of interest in a manner that satisfies the government may be cause for termination of the award. Failure to make required disclosures may result in any of the remedies described in 2 CFR §200.339, Remedies for noncompliance, including suspension or debarment (see also 2 CFR §180).

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Uniform Audit Reporting Statement All U.S. states, local governments, federally recognized Indian tribes, institutions of higher education, and non- profit organizations expending $750,000 USD or more in Federal award funds in the applicant’s fiscal year must submit a Single Audit report for that year through the Federal Audit Clearinghouse’s Internet Data Entry System, in accordance with 2 CFR 200 subpart F. U.S. state, local government, federally recognized Indian tribes, institutions of higher education, and non-profit applicants must state if your organization was or was not required to submit a Single Audit report for the most recently closed fiscal year. If your organization was required to submit a Single Audit report for the most recently closed fiscal year, provide the EIN associated with that report and state if it is available through the Federal Audit Clearinghouse website.

Certification Regarding Lobbying Applicants requesting more than $100,000 in Federal funding must certify to the statements in 43 CFR Part 18, Appendix A-Certification Regarding Lobbying. If this application requests more than $100,000 in Federal funds, the Authorized Official’s signature on the appropriate SF-424, Application for Federal Assistance form also represents the entity’s certification of the statements in 43 CFR Part 18, Appendix A.

Disclosure of Lobbying Activities Applicants and recipients must not use any federally appropriated funds (annually appropriated or continuing appropriations) or matching funds under a Federal award to pay any person for lobbying in connection with the award. Lobbying is influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any U.S. agency, a Member of the U.S. Congress, an officer or employee of the U.S. Congress, or an employee of a Member of the U.S. Congress connection with the award. Applicants and recipients must complete and submit the SF-LLL, “Disclosure of Lobbying Activities” form if the Federal share of the proposal or award is more than $100,000 and the applicant or recipient has made or has agreed to make any payment using non-appropriated funds for lobbying in connection with the application or award. The SF-LLL form is available with this Funding Opportunity on Grants.gov. See 43 CFR, Subpart 18.100 and 31 USC 1352 for more information on when additional submission of this form is required.

Overlap or Duplication of Effort Statement If the project proposed in this application is funded through another Federal financial assistance award, in part or in whole, the applicant must provide a statement detailing the potential funding overlap in regards to activities, costs, or time commitment of key personnel. Provide a copy of any overlapping or duplicative proposal submitted to any other potential funding entity and identify when that proposal was submitted or copy of Federal financial assistance award covering activities covered under this proposal. The statement and the description of overlap or duplication, when applicable, may be provided within the proposal or as a separate attachment to the application. Any overlap or duplication of funding between the proposed project and other active or anticipated projects may impact selection and/or funding amount. If no such overlap or duplication exists, state, “There are no overlaps or duplication between this application and any of our other Federal applications or funded projects” https://harvester.census.gov/facides/Account/Login.aspx https://harvester.census.gov/facdissem/Main.aspx http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=683823273fc0da6a1060883eda593fb8&mc=true&node=pt43.1.18&rgn=div5 http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=683823273fc0da6a1060883eda593fb8&mc=true&node=pt43.1.18&rgn=div5 https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/forms/post-award-reporting-forms.html

D3. Unique Entity Identifier and System for Award Management (SAM) Identifier and System for Award Management (SAM.gov) Registration:

This requirement does not apply to individuals applying for funds as an individual (i.e., unrelated to any business or nonprofit organization you may own, operate, or work within), or any entity with an exception to bypass SAM.gov registration with prior approval from the funding bureau or office in accordance with bureau or office policy. All other applicants are required to register in SAM.gov prior to submitting a Federal award application and obtain a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) which replaced the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number from Dun & Bradstreet in April 2022. A Federal award may not be made to an applicant that has not completed the SAM.gov registration. If an applicant selected for funding has not completed their SAM.gov registration by the time the program is ready to make an award, the program may determine the applicant is not qualified to receive an award. Federal award recipients must also continue to maintain an active SAM.gov registration with current information through the life of their Federal award(s). See the “Submission Requirements” section of this document below for more information on SAM.gov registration. There is no cost to register with SAM.gov. There are third-party vendors who will charge a fee in exchange for registering entities with SAM.gov;

please be aware you can register and request help for free.

Register with the System for Award Management (SAM):

Applicants can register on the SAM.gov website. The “Help” tab on the website contains User Guides and other information to assist you with registration. The Grants.gov “Register with SAM” page also provides detailed instructions. Applicants can contact the supporting Federal Service Desk for help registering in SAM. Once registered in SAM, entities will be assigned a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Entities must renew and revalidate their SAM registration at least once every 12 months from the date previously registered. Entities are strongly encouraged to revalidate their registration as often as needed to ensure their information is up to date and reflects changes that may have been made to the entity’s IRS information. If applicable, foreign entities who want to receive payment directly to a U.S. bank account must enter and maintain valid, current banking information in SAM.

D4. Submission Dates and Times Due Date for Applications 12/31/2024 Application Due Date Explanation This Notice of Funding Opportunity will remain open until December 31, 2024, or until it is succeeded by another issuance. Electronically submitted applications and associated required documents will be accepted throughout the calendar year, but must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on December 31, 2024.

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D5. Intergovernmental Review An intergovernmental review may be required for applications submissions from a U.S. state or local government prior to submission. Applicants must contact their State’s Single Point of Contact (SPOC) to comply with the state’s process under Executive Order 12372.

D6. Funding Restrictions The Federal awarding agency that provides the largest amount of direct funding to your organization is your cognizant agency for indirect costs, unless otherwise assigned by the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB). If the Department of the Interior is your organization’s cognizant agency, the Interior Business Center will negotiate your indirect cost rate. Contact the Interior Business Center by phone 916-930-3803 or using the IBC Email Submission Form. See the IBC Website for more information.

Organizations must have an active Federal award before they can submit an indirect cost rate proposal to their cognizant agency. Failure to establish an approved rate during the award period renders all costs otherwise allocable as indirect costs unallowable under the award. Recipients must have prior written approval from the Service to use amounts budgeted for direct costs to satisfy cost-share or match requirements or to cover unallowable indirect costs. Recipients shall not shift unallowable indirect costs to another Federal award unless specifically authorized to do so by legislation.

Required Indirect Cost Statement to be submitted with Application.

All organizations must include the applicable statement from the following list in their application, and attach to their application any documentation identified in the applicable statement:

We are:

• A U.S. state or local government entity receiving more than $35 million in direct Federal funding each year with an indirect cost rate of [insert rate]. We submit our indirect cost rate proposals to our cognizant agency. Attached is a copy of our most recently approved rate agreement/certification.

• A U.S. state or local government entity receiving less than $35 million in direct Federal funding with an indirect cost rate of [insert rate]. We have prepared and will retain for audit an indirect cost rate proposal and related documentation.

• A [insert your organization type; U.S. states and local governments, do not use this statement] that has previously negotiated or currently has an approved indirect cost rate with our cognizant agency. Our indirect cost rate is [insert rate]. [Insert either:

“Attached is a copy of our most recently approved but expired rate agreement. In the event an award is made, we will submit an indirect cost rate proposal to our cognizant agency within 90 calendar days after the award is made.” or “Attached is a copy of our current negotiated indirect cost rate agreement.”]

• A [insert your organization type] that has never submitted an indirect cost rate proposal to our cognizant agency. Our indirect cost rate is [insert rate]. If we receive an award, we will submit an indirect cost rate proposal to our cognizant agency within 90 calendar days after the award date.

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• A [insert your organization type] that has never submitted an indirect cost rate proposal to our cognizant agency and has an indirect cost rate that is lower than 10%. Our indirect cost rate is [insert rate; must be lower than 10%]. However, if we receive an award we will not be able to meet the requirement to submit an indirect cost rate proposal to our cognizant agency within 90 calendar days after award. We request as a condition of award to charge a flat indirect cost rate of [insert rate; must be lower than 10%] against [insert a clear description of the direct cost base against which your rate is charged (e.g., salaries; salaries and fringe benefits; or modified total direct costs). However, please note that your organization cannot charge indirect costs in excess of the indirect costs that would be recovered if applied against modified total direct costs as defined in §2 CFR 200.68]. We understand that we must notify the Service in writing if we establish an approved rate with our cognizant agency at any point during the award period.

• A [insert your organization type] that has never submitted an indirect cost rate proposal to our cognizant agency and has an indirect cost rate that is 10% or higher. Our indirect cost rate is [insert your organization’s indirect rate; must be 10% or higher]. However, if we receive an award we will not be able to meet the requirement to submit an indirect cost rate proposal to our cognizant agency within 90 calendar days after award. We request as a condition of award to charge a flat de minimis indirect cost rate of 10% to be charged against modified total direct project costs as defined in 2 CFR §200.68. We understand that we must notify the Service in writing if we establish a negotiated rate with our cognizant agency at any point during the award period. We understand that additional Federal funds may not be available to support an unexpected increase in indirect costs during the project period and that such changes are subject to review, negotiation, and prior approval by the Service.

• A [insert your organization type] that is submitting this proposal for consideration under the “Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit Network”, which has a Department of the Interior-approved indirect cost rate cap of 17.5%. If we have an approved indirect cost rate with our cognizant agency, we understand that we must apply this reduced rate against the same direct cost base as identified in our approved indirect cost rate agreement per 2 CFR §1402.414. If we do not have an approved indirect cost rate with our cognizant agency, we understand that we must charge indirect costs against the modified total direct cost base defined in 2 CFR §200.68 “Modified Total Direct Cost (MTDC)”. We understand that we must request prior approval from the Service to use the 2 CFR 200 MTDC base instead of the base identified in our approved indirect cost rate agreement. We understand that Service approval of such a request will be based on:

1) a determination that our approved base is only a subset of the MTDC (such as salaries and wages); and 2) that use of the MTDC base will still result in a reduction of the total indirect costs to be charged to the award. In accordance with 2 CFR §200.405, we understand that indirect costs not recovered due to a voluntary reduction to our federally negotiated rate are not allowable for recovery via any other means.

A [insert your organization type] that will charge all costs directly.

D7. Other Submission Requirements

• Applicants must also submit in electronic format:

https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=0bb1f5386f36f965f85dc05b2ad8a804&mc=true&node=pt2.1.200&rgn=div5#se2.1.200_168 https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=0bb1f5386f36f965f85dc05b2ad8a804&mc=true&node=pt2.1.200&rgn=div5#se2.1.200_168 https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=0bb1f5386f36f965f85dc05b2ad8a804&mc=true&node=pt2.1.200&rgn=div5#se2.1.200_168 https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=1bfd0da1190f850482e94794cca23a5d&mc=true&node=20190830y1.1 o o Applicant Cover Letter – A succinct description of the property to be acquired and summary of the overall preservation strategy and the disposition of the property at completion of the project, including identification of the easement holder, acknowledgment of Land and Water Conservation Fund Act requirements (see Section F(2)(b) of this announcement), and the Applicant’s affirmative commitment to serve as grant recipient (Recipient) and, if there is a Subrecipient, as a pass-through entity for Federal funding consistent with 2 CFR §200.331.

o Schedule for Completion – A statement detailing estimated dates for major milestones in the acquisition project, including acquisition/purchase of the property interest, any planned transfer of the property, recordation of deed and/or easement, as well as any proposed ground-disturbing activities or other activities that have the potential to affect historic properties or resources.

o Easement Holder Letter – A letter or statement of commitment addressed to NPS ABPP from an authorized representative of the SHPO that will hold and enforce a perpetual preservation easement on the property under terms acceptable to NPS ABPP. If the SHPO declines to hold an easement on the property, include the SHPO’s declination letter or statement and a letter from the nonprofit organization proposed as easement holder. The letter of commitment from the nonprofit organization proposed as the easement holder should acknowledge the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act Section non-conversion requirement (54 USC 200305(f)(3)) and should describe the qualifications of the proposed easement holder by: (1) acknowledging the state enabling legislation authorizing the creation of conservation and preservation easements and allows non-profits to hold easements, and showing their ability to hold easements through their charter or by-laws; (2) demonstrating that historic preservation, land conservation, or cultural landscape preservation is part of their mission through submission of the organization’s charter, mission statement, policies, or by-laws, as attachments; (3) demonstrating that the organization has the capacity to enforce and defend the easement in perpetuity through financial resources or legal insurance; and (4) demonstrating that the organization has the expertise to carry out land management, stewardship, and conservation and preservation activities consistent with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards. (See “Nonprofit Easement Holder Qualifications,” posted in ABPP Easement Attachment – Part II, for documentation required to demonstrate organizational capacity and expertise.)

Grantors of easements to nonprofit organizations should review “Required Language for Easements with Nonprofit Grantees & Nonprofit or Private Grantors,” posted in ABPP Easement Attachment – Part III, for mandatory clauses to be included in easements granted to nonprofit organizations by nonprofit or private property owners.

o Preservation Letter of Agreement (only for projects in which a State governmental agency will acquire and manage the property) – A statement from the Applicant of their intention to record a Preservation Letter of Agreement, in lieu of an easement, with the deed of sale and requiring the following stipulations (when permitted by State law): perpetual duration of acquisition; allowance for public access; commitment to maintain the historic features and landscape of the property; restrictions on development to activities needed for interpretation and visitor access; SHPO review and approval of pre-development plans (including survey, evaluation and documentation of historic resources and design/construction documents); acknowledgment of the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act Section non-conversion requirement (54 USC 200305(f)(3)).

o Willing Seller documentation – A copy of a letter stating willingness to sell or contract to purchase signed and dated by the seller. This documentation should also include the seller’s commitment to refrain from activities with the potential to affect historic properties.

o Cost Share Documentation – A letter from the awarding entity demonstrating the commitment of funds to be included as part of the required non-Federal share.

Must include a statement assuring that no pass-through Federal funds are included in the commitment to the applicant.

o Battlefield/parcel map – Map depicting the property to be acquired with reference to the core area and battlefield boundaries of the eligible battlefield(s) as defined by spatial data accompanying Survey Reports; boundaries of nearby properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places; boundaries of nearby units of the National Park System; and existing buildings, structures, and significant landscape features within the project area.

o Photos – Three to four photos of the property (or interest) to be acquired; photos should be in high-def JPEG format and georeferenced, including one aerial image via Google Earth, and must include permission to use, a narrative caption and credits for potential use in NPS ABPP announcements and social media.

o Associated GIS shapefiles, or geodatabases, including metadata compliant with NPS Spatial Data Transfer Standards and FGDC. GIS files should be submitted via email to the ABPP BLAG program and not included with the grants.gov application.

o National Register or National Historic Landmarks documentation (recommended)

– Copies of documentation for any property within the project area listed in the National Register of Historic Places, if applicable, are recommended but not required.

E. Application Review Information

E1. Criteria Criterion 1 - Historical Significance and Integrity Maximum Points: 2 Description

Public and Program interests of the NPS

Applications should describe the Historical Significance and Integrity of the property to be acquired (“the Tract”) in a narrative statement addressing the following factors and considerations about the battlefield (“eligible site”):

• Cite the Priority ranking(s) of the eligible site as defined in the Survey Reports.

• If the eligible site is listed in the National Register of Historic Places (including National Historic Landmarks), describe the significance and integrity of the battlefield lands as stated in relevant documentation including significance criteria. (The property may be listed individually or as part of a larger district and may hold significance and retain integrity in areas and periods of significance related to events before or after the battle events).

• If the eligible site is associated with any other NPS designations or certifications (e.g., National Trails System, National Heritage Areas, and other commemorative programs).

Describe the Historical Significance and Integrity of the Tract by addressing the following factors:

• Describe the location and acreage of the Tract in relation to the boundaries of an eligible site(s) identified in the Survey Reports (e.g., inside/outside battlefield boundary, within core area, acreage in each area. Describe how the Tract contributes to the significance and integrity of the entire eligible site. Please identify historic resources/character-defining features located on the Tract, if known, and any evaluations or determinations of eligibility completed by state or local preservation officials. Please reference maps included in the application package.

• Describe the use of the property since the Survey Reports were completed. How has the eligible site and, specifically, the Tract been altered since the Survey Reports were completed?

• Describe the current use of the Tract and any buildings and structures, including roads and any extant monuments, on the property. Please reference photographs included in the application package.

Criterion 2 - Resource Analysis and Proposed Activities Maximum Points: 2 Description

Technical Merits of the Proposed Effort

Applications should demonstrate how preservation of the eligible property will be accomplished within its geographic and thematic contexts and how proposed activities will affect historic resources. Resource Analysis and Proposed Activities should be addressed through the following considerations and by referring to the required map:

• Describe any known cultural or archeological resources on the property. Please reference any completed survey and evaluation documentation (including National Register of Historic Places and National Historic Landmark documentation) and/or describe how the project will identify and assess effects on all historic resources on the property.

• Describe the proposed short-term and long-term preservation outcomes, including any proposed activities, treatments, or uses that have the potential to affect historic resources, including activities proposed after acquisition of the property that may be considered foreseeable effects.

Please reference the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and Guidelines for the Treatment of Cultural Landscapes.

• Describe any encumbrances on the property (e.g. existing easements, utility easements, right-of-way easements, mineral rights, timbering rights). Describe how the encumbrances will impact preservation outcomes.

• Describe immediate and long-term stewardship strategies, including maintenance, monitoring, and any plans for outreach or interpretation. (Who is responsible? What?

When?)

• Describe the Tract’s natural environment and stewardship strategies for the natural resources within the cultural landscape (e.g., farmland, erodible soil, pasture, wetlands, ponds, hammocks, bogs, forest).

Regarding the Tract to be acquired and placed under easement, please address the following:

• Describe any issues that need to be resolved before an enforceable easement can be drafted as well as any conditions that need to be written into the easement.

Criterion 3 - Statement of Threat, Preservation Strategy and Future Sustainability Maximum Points: 2

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Clear and Obtainable Objectives

Applications should demonstrate that the proposed activities are clearly defined, including timelines, and describe how the project responds to both threats and stewardship opportunities. The project narrative and supporting documentation should demonstrate that the preservation goals are achievable, that the project is sustainable, and that the preservation strategy is most appropriate to achieve the identified preservation outcomes.

Statement of Threat, Preservation Strategy and Future Sustainability should be addressed through the following considerations:

Statement of Threat

• What is the nature, extent, and level of severity of the threat(s) to the battlefield as a whole and to the specific tract/property to be acquired/placed under easement?

• Describe why acquisition of the property at this time is the most appropriate preservation strategy for the battlefield and, if applicable, other alternatives considered.

Preservation Strategy

• Eligible tracts must be outside the legislative boundaries of any associated National Park Service units. What is the closest National Park unit, and where is the Tract proposed for acquisition in relation to the unit (i.e., how far away is it from the unit, is it adjacent to the unit boundary)?

• Describe any abutting, adjacent, or nearby conserved land or conservation efforts including prior BLAG acquisitions.

• Is this a new preservation effort…