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Closed on Aug 14, 2026

FY26 Bureau of Land Management Eastern Nevada Conservation, Recreation and Development - NEVADA BLM

Bureau of Land Management · Opportunity number L26AS00091

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 28, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Aug 14, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberL26AS00091
AgencyBureau of Land Management
Department of the Interior
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)15.017
PostedJun 12, 2026
DeadlineAug 14, 2026
Award ceiling$250,000
Award floor$30,000
Expected number of awards5
Estimated total program funding$750,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeCooperative agreement
CategoryNatural resources
Last updated hereJun 28, 2026

Summary from the notice

The goal is to find, study, protect, and manage archaeological resources in Lincoln County, Nevada. All work should follow U.S. Department of the Interior priorities and support Eastern Nevada"s conservation and development goals.Project ObjectivesEach project should meet one or more of these objectives:Protect archaeological sites where they are found.Care for archaeological collections and records.Use and share research results in clear ways.Increase public outreach and involvement in archeology.Balance current land use with future needs by:Protecting archaeological resources for the future.Restoring damaged watersheds to safeguard sites.Support science and culture by managing archaeological resources responsibly.Lincoln County Archeology Initiative projects must follow the rules in the Lincoln County Land Act, which uses the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (Public Law 96-95) definition of archaeological resources. This means that only proposals about things at least 100 years old can get funding. Anything newer than that will not be funded.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Public and state colleges and universities
  • Special district governments
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • State governments
  • County governments
  • Other Native American tribal organizations
  • Private colleges and universities
  • City or township governments
  • Federally recognized tribal governments
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)

Who should take a closer look

  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

Individuals and For-Profit Organizations are ineligible to apply for awards under this NOFO.This program NOFO does not support entities hiring interns or crews under the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993. The Public Lands Corps Act of 1993, 16 USC, Chapter 37, Subchapter II-Public Lands Corps, is the only legislative authority that allows BLM to "hire" interns under this authority. Therefore, eligible Youth Conservation Corps may only apply for projects developed under NOFO 15.243 – BLM Youth Conservation Opportunities on Public Lands

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

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