Opportunity Information: Apply for P20AS00017
The "NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD: Mesa Verde Voices Podcast Series" (Funding Opportunity Number P20AS00017) is a National Park Service cooperative agreement under the Department of the Interior focused on natural resources interpretation and public engagement. It supports the development and production of an audio podcast series called "Mesa Verde Voices," designed to expand Mesa Verde National Park's ability to reach visitors and broader audiences through modern digital media. The opportunity is framed as a continuation and expansion of earlier pilot work rather than a brand-new initiative that was already planned within the park.
The project originated in January 2017 when KSJD Public Radio approached the Mesa Verde Museum Association (MVMA) and Mesa Verde National Park with an unsolicited proposal to collaborate on a podcast series. At that time, KSJD was already producing three pilot podcast episodes with funding from the Mesa Verde Country Visitor Information Bureau. According to the notice, this kind of outreach, especially aimed at new and diverse audiences through podcasting, had not previously been part of the park's program plans. There was no existing contract or assistance award in place for a podcast series, and the park had not otherwise planned to create one. The notice emphasizes that the park and MVMA see podcasting as a practical way to use new technology to support established objectives: enhancing visitor experiences, improving access to park information, and engaging audiences who may not be reached through traditional on-site programs or standard web content.
The agreement described in the notice is specifically positioned as an expansion of the three pilot episodes created through the KSJD and Mesa Verde Country partnership. The first full season produced under this cooperative agreement will focus on trade in the ancient Southwest, using specific trade-related items as story anchors. Examples listed in the notice include copper, shells, chocolate, pottery, and feathers, suggesting an approach that connects material culture and exchange networks to broader narratives about the region's history and people. Future seasons are anticipated, but their topics are intentionally left open and will be determined later.
From an administrative standpoint, this is a discretionary funding opportunity using a cooperative agreement instrument, meaning the National Park Service is likely to have substantial involvement in the project rather than simply issuing a grant with minimal federal participation. The opportunity lists an award ceiling of $52,000 and expects to make one award. It falls under CFDA number 15.954. The posting was created on December 11, 2019, with an original closing date of December 21, 2019. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced in a separate field (not included in the text provided), which aligns with the fact that this is a notice of intent to award tied to a specific collaborative proposal rather than a wide-open competitive solicitation.
Overall, the opportunity supports a targeted media and interpretation project that aims to translate Mesa Verde's resources and stories into a podcast format, leveraging radio and audio production expertise to broaden public understanding and engagement. The main deliverable implied by the notice is a season of podcast episodes centered on ancient Southwestern trade, with the longer-term goal of building a multi-season series as topics are selected in the future.Apply for P20AS00017
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD: Mesa Verde Voices Podcast Series" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.954.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 11, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 21, 2019. (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 $52,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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FAQs: Notice of Intent to Award - Mesa Verde Voices Podcast Series (P20AS00017)
What is this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is a National Park Service (NPS) discretionary cooperative agreement under the Department of the Interior to support the development and production of an audio podcast series called "Mesa Verde Voices." It is focused on natural resources interpretation and public engagement through modern digital media.
What is the official title and funding opportunity number?
The official title is "NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD: Mesa Verde Voices Podcast Series" and the Funding Opportunity Number is P20AS00017.
Which agency is offering this award?
The award is offered by the National Park Service (NPS), within the U.S. Department of the Interior.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The instrument is a cooperative agreement, which typically indicates substantial federal involvement in the project compared with a standard grant.
Is this a competitive grant program open to broad applications?
Based on the information provided, it is described as a Notice of Intent to Award tied to a specific collaborative proposal and positioned as a continuation/expansion of earlier pilot work, rather than a wide-open competitive solicitation.
What is the purpose of the Mesa Verde Voices podcast series?
The purpose is to expand Mesa Verde National Park's ability to reach visitors and broader audiences by translating park resources and stories into a podcast format. The project aims to enhance visitor experiences, improve access to park information, and engage audiences who may not be reached through traditional on-site programs or standard web content.
Why is the park using podcasting for interpretation and engagement?
The notice frames podcasting as a practical use of new technology to support established park objectives. It emphasizes outreach to new and diverse audiences and notes that this kind of podcast-based outreach had not previously been part of the park's program plans.
How did this project originate?
The project originated in January 2017 when KSJD Public Radio approached the Mesa Verde Museum Association (MVMA) and Mesa Verde National Park with an unsolicited proposal to collaborate on a podcast series.
Was there existing funding or an existing contract for a podcast series before this?
According to the notice, there was no existing contract or assistance award in place for a podcast series, and the park had not otherwise planned to create one.
What work had already been completed before this cooperative agreement?
Before this cooperative agreement, KSJD was already producing three pilot podcast episodes funded through the Mesa Verde Country Visitor Information Bureau. The cooperative agreement is positioned as an expansion of those pilot episodes.
What does the first full season focus on?
The first full season produced under this cooperative agreement will focus on trade in the ancient Southwest, using trade-related items as story anchors.
What kinds of story anchors or episode themes are mentioned?
The notice lists examples of trade-related items to anchor stories, including copper, shells, chocolate, pottery, and feathers. The approach suggests connecting material culture and exchange networks to broader narratives about the region's history and people.
Will there be future seasons?
Future seasons are anticipated, but the notice indicates their topics are intentionally left open and will be determined later.
What are the main deliverables implied by the notice?
The main deliverable implied is a season of podcast episodes centered on ancient Southwestern trade, with a longer-term goal of building a multi-season series as future topics are selected.
How much funding is available?
The opportunity lists an award ceiling of $52,000.
How many awards are expected?
The notice indicates the NPS expects to make one award.
Is this considered discretionary funding?
Yes. The notice describes it as a discretionary funding opportunity.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity falls under CFDA 15.954.
When was this opportunity posted and when did it close?
The posting was created on December 11, 2019, with an original closing date of December 21, 2019.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others". The notice also references additional eligibility details in a separate field that is not included in the provided text. The overall framing (a notice of intent to award tied to a specific collaborative proposal) suggests it may not function like an open call.
Which organizations are mentioned in connection with the project?
The notice references KSJD Public Radio, the Mesa Verde Museum Association (MVMA), Mesa Verde National Park, and funding for pilot episodes from the Mesa Verde Country Visitor Information Bureau.
What makes this opportunity different from a brand-new initiative?
The notice presents the project as a continuation and expansion of earlier pilot work, not a pre-planned park initiative. It emphasizes that the park had not previously planned a podcast series and that the work grew from an unsolicited proposal and an existing pilot effort.
What area of work does the project support within the National Park Service?
The project supports natural resources interpretation and public engagement, specifically through digital media and audio storytelling.
What audience is the podcast intended to reach?
The podcast is designed to reach both park visitors and broader audiences, including people who may not be reached through traditional on-site programs or standard web content.
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