This grant is for a partner to work with the US Geological Survey to test a new, low-cost underwater vehicle called the JaiaBot BIO. The goal is to see how well it can monitor water quality issues in Lake Champlain, especially during events like high river flows and algae blooms. The project will last 24 months and the partner will get to keep the vehicles after the project ends.
Who it's for: This opportunity is open to any organization that is a partner in the Great Lakes-Northern Forest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU).
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a CESU partner
- Application submitted after the deadline
- Requesting more than the maximum award amount
What You May Need
- Proof of CESU partnership
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational information
- Past performance documentation
- Letters of support or partnership
- Timeline for project execution
- Staff qualifications and experience
Cautions
- Project must be completed within 24 months
- Funds are limited to a maximum of $299,971
- Strict adherence to CESU partnership requirements
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are unrestricted but must be partners in the Great Lakes-Northern Forest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU). This includes universities, non-profit organizations, and other research institutions that are part of the CESU network.
Overview
This opportunity is open to any organization that is a partner in the Great Lakes-Northern Forest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU).
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a CESU partner
- Application submitted after the deadline
- Requesting more than the maximum award amount
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to purchase four JaiaBot BIO vehicles, conduct research on water quality monitoring, and cover other project-related expenses.
Total Program Funding
$299,971
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 29, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 29, 2026(16 days)
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Summer 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify CESU partnership status
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal
- Develop a detailed budget plan
- Gather organizational and staff information
- Collect letters of support or partnership
- Ensure application is submitted by June 29, 2026