Opportunity Information: Apply for F21AS00153
The FY 2021 Clean Vessel Act (CVA) grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F21AS00153) is a discretionary grant program administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under CFDA 15.616. It is rooted in the Clean Vessel Act of 1992 (codified at 33 U.S.C. 1322), which amended the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act (also known as the Wallop-Breaux Act, 16 U.S.C. 777). The core purpose of the program is to reduce pollution from recreational boating by supporting practical, on-the-ground infrastructure and outreach that helps boaters properly dispose of sewage and related waste.
Funding through this program is intended to help eligible jurisdictions build out and sustain the facilities that make responsible waste disposal possible and convenient at marinas and boating access points. Specifically, CVA funds can be used to construct and renovate pumpout stations and other waste reception facilities, as well as to operate and maintain those facilities once they are in place. In addition to infrastructure, the program also supports boater education and outreach efforts that inform the public about why pumpouts matter, where facilities are located, and how to use them. The overall emphasis is on improving environmental conditions in U.S. waters by preventing improper discharge and encouraging routine use of pumpout and waste reception services.
Eligibility for this opportunity is limited to state-level applicants: the 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. commonwealths and territories. In other words, the grants are designed to flow through government entities that can plan and manage statewide or territory-wide programs, coordinate with local marinas and facility operators, and ensure long-term availability and usability of the funded infrastructure. The award instrument is a grant, and the funding activity category is listed as Natural Resources, reflecting the program's focus on protecting water quality and aquatic ecosystems while supporting recreational boating.
For FY 2021, the opportunity listed an award ceiling of up to $1,500,000. The opportunity was created on July 23, 2020, and the original closing date for applications was November 23, 2020. While the summary information does not specify the expected number of awards, the program is structured to provide funding across eligible states and territories in alignment with statutory authority and annual appropriations. The program has continued through subsequent reauthorizations, indicating an ongoing federal commitment to improving recreational vessel waste management infrastructure and related public education.
Additional program details and guidance are referenced through the Fish and Wildlife Service’s Clean Vessel Act program page at http://wsfrprograms.fws.gov/Subpages/GrantPrograms/CVA/CVA.htm, which is typically where applicants and stakeholders can find program rules, allowable cost guidance, and background on how the CVA program is administered.Apply for F21AS00153
- The Fish and Wildlife Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY 2021 Clean Vessel Act (CVA)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.616.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2020-07-23.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2020-11-23. (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 $1,500,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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FY 2021 Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Grant (F21AS00153) - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FY 2021 Clean Vessel Act (CVA) grant opportunity?
The FY 2021 Clean Vessel Act (CVA) grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number F21AS00153) is a discretionary federal grant program administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (U.S. FWS) under CFDA 15.616. It supports projects that reduce pollution from recreational boating by improving sewage and waste disposal options and promoting proper use through education and outreach.
Who administers this grant program?
The program is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The program is listed under CFDA 15.616.
What law or authority is this program based on?
The program is rooted in the Clean Vessel Act of 1992 (codified at 33 U.S.C. 1322). It amended the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act (also known as the Wallop-Breaux Act, 16 U.S.C. 777).
What is the main purpose of the Clean Vessel Act (CVA) program?
The core purpose is to reduce pollution from recreational boating by supporting practical, on-the-ground infrastructure and outreach that helps boaters properly dispose of sewage and related waste. The overall emphasis is on improving environmental conditions in U.S. waters by preventing improper discharge and encouraging routine use of pumpout and waste reception services.
What types of projects are supported with CVA funding?
Funding is intended to help eligible jurisdictions build out and sustain facilities that make responsible waste disposal possible and convenient at marinas and boating access points. This includes constructing and renovating pumpout stations and other waste reception facilities, operating and maintaining those facilities, and supporting boater education and outreach efforts related to proper sewage and waste disposal.
Can CVA funds be used to build new pumpout stations?
Yes. CVA funds can be used to construct pumpout stations and other waste reception facilities.
Can CVA funds be used to renovate or upgrade existing facilities?
Yes. CVA funds can be used to renovate pumpout stations and other waste reception facilities.
Can CVA funds be used for operations and maintenance?
Yes. CVA funds can be used to operate and maintain pumpout stations and other waste reception facilities once they are in place.
Does the program support education or outreach, or is it only for infrastructure?
The program supports both. In addition to infrastructure, CVA funding supports boater education and outreach to inform the public about why pumpouts matter, where facilities are located, and how to use them.
Where are funded projects intended to be located?
Projects are intended to improve availability and usability of sewage and waste disposal options at marinas and boating access points.
Who is eligible to apply for the FY 2021 CVA grant?
Eligibility is limited to state-level applicants: the 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. commonwealths and territories.
Are local governments, marinas, nonprofits, or private entities eligible to apply directly?
Based on the opportunity description provided, eligibility is limited to state-level applicants (states, DC, and U.S. commonwealths and territories). The summary does not list other entity types as eligible direct applicants.
Why is eligibility limited to states, DC, and territories?
The grants are designed to flow through government entities that can plan and manage statewide or territory-wide programs, coordinate with local marinas and facility operators, and help ensure long-term availability and usability of the funded infrastructure.
What type of funding instrument is used for awards?
The award instrument is a grant.
What is the funding activity category for this opportunity?
The funding activity category is Natural Resources.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling) for FY 2021?
For FY 2021, the opportunity listed an award ceiling of up to $1,500,000.
When was the FY 2021 opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on July 23, 2020.
What was the application closing date for the FY 2021 opportunity?
The original closing date for applications was November 23, 2020.
How many awards were expected to be made under this opportunity?
The summary information provided does not specify the expected number of awards.
Is the Clean Vessel Act program ongoing beyond FY 2021?
The program has continued through subsequent reauthorizations, indicating an ongoing federal commitment to improving recreational vessel waste management infrastructure and related public education.
What environmental outcomes is the program trying to achieve?
The program aims to improve water quality and environmental conditions in U.S. waters by preventing improper sewage discharge from recreational boats and encouraging routine use of pumpout and waste reception services.
Where can applicants and stakeholders find additional program guidance?
Additional program details and guidance are referenced through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Clean Vessel Act program page at http://wsfrprograms.fws.gov/Subpages/GrantPrograms/CVA/CVA.htm, which typically includes program rules, allowable cost guidance, and background on how the program is administered.
What does the CVA program emphasize for public communication?
Education and outreach efforts focus on why pumpouts matter, where facilities are located, and how to use them, with the goal of making proper disposal routine and convenient for boaters.
What kinds of waste does the program address?
The program focuses on sewage and related waste from recreational boating, supporting facilities and outreach that help boaters dispose of these wastes properly.
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