The State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program | G25AS00030

Opportunity Information: Apply for G25AS00030

The State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (STATEMAP) is a U.S. Geological Survey funding opportunity designed to support state-led geologic mapping that builds the foundational geologic framework for areas considered important to a state's and the nation's economic, social, or scientific well-being. The central aim is practical and problem-driven: produce modern geologic map information for places where decisions about resources, hazards, land use, infrastructure, water, and environmental management depend on an accurate understanding of the underlying geology. Rather than being a generalized mapping exercise, STATEMAP is framed around mapping where the need is clear and where the resulting products will help solve significant earth-science questions or address pressing public needs.

A defining feature of the program is that mapping priorities are determined at the state level. The State Geologist, Survey Director, Chief Scientist, or equivalent leader sets those priorities in consultation with a multidisciplinary State Mapping Advisory Committee (SMAC). This structure is meant to ensure the selected mapping areas reflect real-world state requirements and broad stakeholder input, not just internal preferences. Priority-setting is guided by two main considerations: first, areas where geologic map information is needed to address multiple issues at once (for example, a region where groundwater management, aggregate resources, slope stability, and development pressures overlap) or a compelling single issue need (such as a specific hazard or resource concern). Second, areas where mapping is necessary to resolve critical earth science problems, meaning locations where existing geologic knowledge is insufficient to answer high-impact scientific or applied questions. Importantly, the program notes that these priorities do not depend on past agreements with USGS, signaling that states are not locked into prior project patterns and can propose work based on current needs.

This opportunity is offered as a discretionary cooperative agreement under USGS assistance programs, within the science and technology and other research and development category (CFDA 15.810). Cooperative agreement funding implies a collaborative relationship where USGS may have substantial involvement compared with a standard grant, often through technical coordination, standards, or programmatic alignment typical of national mapping efforts. The funding opportunity number is G25AS00030, and the opportunity title is "The State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program." The award ceiling listed is $800,000. The original closing date is January 7, 2025, and the opportunity was created on September 25, 2024.

Eligibility is narrowly defined by statute. Only State Geological Surveys are eligible to apply under the National Geologic Mapping Act (Public Law 116-9). However, because many state surveys are administratively housed within state university systems, the opportunity explicitly allows a state university to submit an application on behalf of the State Geological Survey. This maintains the legal intent of supporting official state survey programs while accommodating common organizational structures.

• The Geological Survey in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "The State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.810.
• This funding opportunity was created on 2024-09-25.
• Applicants must submit their applications by 2025-01-07. (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 $800,000.00 in funding.
• Eligible applicants include: Others.

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