The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced the funding opportunity L25AS00196, titled "NM FY25 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management New Mexico Invasive and Noxious Plant Management," with an estimated total program funding of $1,000,000 and an expected number of four awards. The award ceiling is set at $500,000, and the award floor is $50,000. This opportunity does not require cost sharing.

The program aims to address the prevention, detection, inventory, control, and monitoring of invasive and noxious plant species on public lands in New Mexico. The overarching goal is to protect native plant communities, wildlife habitats, watersheds, recreation opportunities, and rural economies from the adverse impacts of invasive species. The program also seeks to engage the public in detection and prevention activities, develop mapping and detection methods, and implement integrated pest management strategies.

Eligible applicants include state, county, city, and township governments, special district governments, Native American tribal governments (federally recognized), public and private institutions of higher education, and certain nonprofit organizations. Individuals and for-profit organizations are ineligible. CESU partners may apply under specific cost limitations.

Applications must include key forms such as SF-424, SF-424A, and SF-LLL (if applicable). Required documents include a project narrative detailing objectives, activities, stakeholder involvement, environmental compliance, and a monitoring and evaluation plan, along with a detailed budget narrative.

Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. ET on March 10, 2025, and must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov. The review process will evaluate applications based on technical approach, qualifications, public benefit, and alignment with BLM and DOI priorities, including climate crisis mitigation, racial equity, and environmental justice.

The program emphasizes federal involvement through cooperative agreements, with BLM maintaining substantial oversight and participation in project activities. Reporting requirements include financial and performance reports, adherence to environmental compliance, and disclosure of lobbying activities where applicable. For additional guidance, applicants are encouraged to contact program leads Shannon Gentry or Seth Flanigan.