Description
The National Park Service intends to award a task agreement under a previously competed or single source justified master cooperative agreement to support the work of Groundwork Hudson Valley to improve access to parks, recreation, and conserved natural resources in Yonkers, NY. The tasks include expanding the Saw Mill River restoration program, implementing the Yonkers Greenway Program, and providing technical assistance to other communities working on similar projects and programs in partnership with the National Park Service. The recipient will be responsible for coordinating meetings, identifying and researching river conservation work, developing an updated plan for the restoration of the Saw Mill River, and providing educational instruction for youth served by Groundwork Hudson Valley's programs.
Some key points to consider:
• The task agreement is for $60,000, with a non-federal cost share of $15,000.
• The anticipated period of performance is from September 20, 2018, to March 30, 2020.
• The recipient will be required to document all funding, in-kind services, volunteer hours, materials, and equipment leveraged for its projects, programs, and operations.
• The National Park Service will provide federal oversight, monitoring, and technical assistance to the recipient.