Colorado River Basin Act of 1968

The Colorado River Basin Project Act of 1968, authorized the Secretary of the Interior to carry out various actions relating to the Colorado River, including construction of the Central Arizona Project. Some of the actions identified are contractabl

The Colorado River Basin Project Act of 1968, authorized the Secretary of the Interior to carry out various actions relating to the Colorado River, including construction of the Central Arizona Project. Some of the actions identified are contractable by entities pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, as amended.

Must have a water allocation and water delivery from a Reclamation water resource project or State responsibility for various project purposes.

The general public in the state of Arizona and southwestern New Mexico, irrigation and water districts and local entities.

Title II, Investigations and Planning - - With respect to coordination of studies, investigations and assessments, the Secretary of Interior, through the Bureau of Reclamation, shall conduct full and complete reconnaissance investigation for the purpose of developing a general plan to meet the future water needs of the Western United States. Such investigations shall include the long-range water supply available and the long-range water requirements in each water resource region of the Western United States. Title III, Authorized Units: Protection of Existing Uses -- The "Central Arizona Project" (CAP) is a multipurpose water resource. Development and management project which provides irrigation, municipal and industrial water, power generation, flood control, outdoor recreation, environmental enhancement, and improved water quality. In addition, the project will provide delivery of tribal homeland water, partial settlement of Indian water rights claims, and economic benefits accruing from leasing of Indian agricultural water rights to municipal entities.

Length and time phasing of assistance will be included in each funding announcement for this program on www.grants.gov/ when applicable. For Public Law 93-638 Contracts, Grants, and Agreements Only - Length and time phasing will vary.

Environmental compliance for this program may be required depending on the scope of the specific project funded. This may result in the need for an environmental impact assessment or environmental impact statement prior to the commencement of project activities.

Specific evaluation criteria will be included in each funding announcements posted on www.grants.gov. For Public Law 93-638 Contracts, Grants, and Agreements Only - Federally recognized Tribes and Tribal organizations must meet the requirements of Public Law 93-638; 25 CFR Part 900 and any additional criteria specific to the authorizing legislation.

All applications will be initially screened for eligibility and compliance with the requirements stated in the funding opportunity announcement. Applications passing this screening process will be forwarded for review by a proposal evaluation panel comprised of qualified experts in the program area. Applications will be reviewed against the proposal evaluation criteria and any additional review factors stated in the funding announcement. Final selection will be determined by the Area Office Manager or their designated representative. For Public Law 93-638 Contracts, Grants or Agreements Only - Reclamation and the federally recognized Tribe or Tribal Organization develop a negotiation schedule and then negotiate the overarching contract/award terms, provisions and conditions based on the requirements of Public Law 93-638, 25 CFR Part 900, any specific requirements of the project authorizing legislation, and other applicable Federal laws and regulations. Reclamation and the Tribe/Tribal Organization also negotiate an annual funding agreement (AFA), which identifies activities to be performed, funds to be provided, and the method of payment of the initial year of the contract. A final contract agreement is prepared based upon the outcome of the negotiations; attachments include the work plan, budget, tribal resolution, initial AFA, property listing, project schedule, and list of any other applicable provision, terms and conditions.

Contact Reclamation for the range of time when proposals are approved or disapproved.

If renewals or extensions are applicable to the project, this information will be included in the funding opportunity announcement. When renewals or extensions are applicable, continuation of funding for these activities is at the discretion of Congress and will be subject to availability of appropriated funds. For Public Law 93-638 Contracts, Grants or Agreements Only - Will vary by project component.

None. Final award decisions are not subject to appeal; however, upon request, the Bureau of Reclamation will provide applicants with information on why their proposals were not selected for award.