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COS Unique Id:	103280
Title:	Biomimetics, Biomaterials, and Biointerfacial Sciences
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Air Force (USAF) Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Mathematics, Information and Life Sciences
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. This announcement remains open until superseded. Proposals are reviewed and evaluated as they are received. Proposals may be submitted at any time during the year.
Amount Note:	Approximately $200 million is available for support of actions award through this BAA process. Awards average $100,000 per year for three years. Awards may start any time during the fiscal year.
Eligibility:	All responsible, potential applicants from academia and industry are eligible to submit proposals. AFOSR particularly encourages proposals from small businesses, historically black colleges and universities, minority institutions, and minority researchers.
Citizenship or Residency:	Unrestricted
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Academic Institution
Abstract:	The goals of this biology, chemistry, and physics program are to study, use, mimic, or alter how biological systems accomplish a desired task or to enable them to do a specific task in order to produce biomaterials and systems that will enable future U.S. Air Force technologies. This program not only wants to mimic existing biological systems, but also to create new capabilities in these organisms for more precise control over system production. The research will encompass three general areas: 1. Biomimetics 2. Biomaterials 3. Biointerfacial sciences Biomimetic research is for enabling the development of novel sensors, engineering processes, and mechanisms. It will study the fundamental principles, processes, and designs of infrared sensitive biosystems at the sub-cellular, molecular and genomic levels to enable the further development of infrared materials, devices, and systems with enhanced structural and functional capabilities. Included are identify, model, and construct alternative biomimetic, near ambient infrared sensing devices. Finally, this program wants to probe and manipulate the functionality of alternative sensors for time-response characteristics, and adapts biochromophores and biophotoluminescent characteristics in microbial and protein-based biosystems for applications to military sensor systems. The biomaterials area is focused on synthesis, structure, and properties of novel materials and nanostructures. Specifically, it will address either the mimicking of natural materials, using organisms as biomaterial factories of new materials, genetically altering existing organisms for new materials capabilities, or taking existing biomaterials/organisms and using them as novel materials like viral gradients or processing them further to make useful material as in biominerialization. The biointerfacial sciences area is focused on new biosensors and bionanotechnology. Specifically, it will address the fundamental science at either the biotic-biotic or the biotic-abiotic interface. This will include both sensor arrays using combinatorial methods, and the transduction of the desired event for display and processing. It includes most of the non-electromagnetic biosensor work as well as surface structure efforts down to the nanoscale for addressing bionanotechnology and biomesotechnology efforts. Additional Contacts: 1. Richard Pihl +1 (703) 696-9728 richard.pihl@afosr.af.mil 2. Dr. Hugh C. DeLong AFOSR/NL Phone +1 (703) 696-7722 DSN 426-7722 Fax +1 (703) 696-8449 hugh.delong@afosr.af.mil CFDA 12.800
Contact Name:	Ms. Kathy Wetherell
Contact Address:	Air Force Office of Scientific Research 875 North Randolph Street Suite 325, Room 3112
Contact City:	Arlington
Contact State:	Virginia
Contact Zip:	22203-1768
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (703) 696-9738
Contact Email:	kathy.wetherell@afosr.af.mil
URL for more information:	http://www.afosr.af.mil/research.htm
Date Last Revised:	January 31, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=103280
Keywords:	Biomaterials Biomimetics Biosensors Interfaces Interfacial Phenomena Nanostructured Materials Nanotechnology
Sponsor Reference No:	AFOSR-BAA-2007-01
Funding Type:	Research Contract or Tender

COS Unique Id:	103282
Title:	Sensory Systems
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Air Force (USAF) Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Mathematics, Information and Life Sciences
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. This announcement remains open until superseded. Proposals are reviewed and evaluated as they are received. Proposals may be submitted at any time during the year.
Amount Note:	Approximately $200 million is available for support of actions award through this BAA process. Awards average $100,000 per year for three years. Awards may start any time during the fiscal year.
Eligibility:	All responsible, potential applicants from academia and industry are eligible to submit proposals. AFOSR particularly encourages proposals from small businesses, historically black colleges and universities, minority institutions, and minority researchers.
Citizenship or Residency:	Unrestricted
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Academic Institution
Abstract:	The sensory systems program pursues an understanding of biological sensing mechanisms and investigates the integration of multiple sensory systems in human perception. Emphasis is on studies that can contribute the basic science foundation needed to inform new approaches to enhance human performance. This program supports research that coordinates empirical studies with mathematical or computational modeling. The development of theoretical models is desired, in part, for their eventual application to human factors problems, such as those that arise in the design of human systems to, for example, assist spatial orientation or navigation, find, track, and manipulate objects, or respond to acoustic information from multiple, simultaneous sources. The current emphasis of this program is on the dynamic integration of multiple sensory inputs in human performance. One ongoing effort deals with the integration of auditory, visual, vestibular, and somatosensory inputs in response to non-standard gravito-inertial forces. Another effort deals with the coordination of head and eyes in tracking moving targets. A third effort studies several aspects of spatial audition, including sound localization, distance perception, and auditory cueing of visual search. The program is multi-disciplinary, drawing upon expertise in areas such as - neurophysiology, - computer and electrical engineering, - biology, - mathematics, and - experimental psychology. Applicants are encouraged to develop collaborative relationships with scientists in the Air Force Research Laboratory. Additional Contacts: 1. Richard Pihl +1 (703) 696-9728 richard.pihl@afosr.af.mil 2. Dr. Willard D. Larkin AFOSR/NL Phone +1 (703) 696-7793 DSN 426-7793 Fax +1 (703) 696-8449 willard.larkin@afosr.af.mil CFDA 12.800
Contact Name:	Ms. Kathy Wetherell
Contact Address:	Air Force Office of Scientific Research 875 North Randolph Street Suite 325, Room 3112
Contact City:	Arlington
Contact State:	Virginia
Contact Zip:	22203-1768
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (703) 696-9738
Contact Email:	kathy.wetherell@afosr.af.mil
URL for more information:	http://www.afosr.af.mil/research.htm
Date Last Revised:	January 31, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=103282
Keywords:	Biological Sciences Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or Electronics Experimental Psychology Human Performance (Military) Mathematics Neurophysiology Sensory System
Sponsor Reference No:	AFOSR-BAA-2007-01
Funding Type:	Research Contract or Tender

COS Unique Id:	103286
Title:	Biological Response Profiling and Assessment
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Air Force (USAF) Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Mathematics, Information and Life Sciences
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. This announcement remains open until superseded. Proposals are reviewed and evaluated as they are received. Proposals may be submitted at any time during the year.
Amount Note:	Approximately $200 million is available for support of actions award through this BAA process. Awards average $100,000 per year for three years. Awards may start any time during the fiscal year.
Eligibility:	All responsible, potential applicants from academia and industry are eligible to submit proposals. AFOSR particularly encourages proposals from small businesses, historically black colleges and universities, minority institutions, and minority researchers.
Citizenship or Residency:	Unrestricted
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Academic Institution
Abstract:	The characterization, understanding, and accurate prediction of biological responses elicited by various chemical and physical agents underscore much of the research supported by this program. The knowledge base that is generated as a product of this research will ultimately be used to insure hazard-free development of advanced technologies, help provide science-based standards for the safe operation of novel weapon systems, and enable the innovation of biotechnologies that enhance both the performance and protection of military personnel during deployment. Basic research is supported that explores interactions of agents with biological systems at the cellular and molecular levels. Important areas include differentiating biological responses elicited by agents at high (test) and low (ambient) exposures, examining the fundamental nature of these dose-response relationships (linear, non-linear and threshold), and identifying early molecular triggering mechanisms involved in the responses. The use of transcriptomics, proteomics, or metabolomics to profile and assess the biomolecular responses of cells is encouraged. Interpreting the data for mechanistic understanding and distinguishing between adverse, benign, and potentially beneficial effects is especially challenging. Studies are supported that effectively combine novel experimental approaches and computational techniques for the purpose of predicting toxicity or for developing biokinetic models of complex mixtures. The current program also supports research seeking to explain how certain oxygenic phototrophs, such as microaglae and cyanobacteria, use light energy to generate molecular hydrogen from water. Additional Contacts: 1. Richard Pihl +1 (703) 696-9728 richard.pihl@afosr.af.mil 2. Dr. Walter J. Kozumbo AFOSR/NL Phone +1 (703) 696-7720 DSN 426-7720 Fax +1 (703) 696-8449 walter.kozumbo@afosr.af.mil CFDA 12.800
Contact Name:	Ms. Kathy Wetherell
Contact Address:	Air Force Office of Scientific Research 875 North Randolph Street Suite 325, Room 3112
Contact City:	Arlington
Contact State:	Virginia
Contact Zip:	22203-1768
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (703) 696-9738
Contact Email:	kathy.wetherell@afosr.af.mil
URL for more information:	http://www.afosr.af.mil/research.htm
Date Last Revised:	January 31, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=103286
Keywords:	Biological or Chemical Agent Detection or Protection Technology Biological or Chemical Warfare Biological Sciences Chemical Sciences Toxicology Weapons or Weapon Systems
Sponsor Reference No:	AFOSR-BAA-2007-01
Funding Type:	Research Contract or Tender

COS Unique Id:	106137
Title:	Mapping, Charting, and Geodesy -- NRL-WIDE BAA 74-07-03
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Navy Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline:	December 31, 2008
Amount:	$100,000
Upper Amount:	$2,000,000
Amount Note:	The typical range of funding for contracts under NRL BAAs is $100,000 to $2,000,000. However, circumstances arise in which awards are made for amounts outside of this general range. Funds may not be currently available for this BAA. No contract award will be made until appropriated funds are available from which payment for contract purposes can be made.
Eligibility:	Proposals may be submitted by any non-governmental entity, including commercial firms, institutions of higher education with degree-granting programs in science or engineering (universities), or by consortia led by such concerns. NRL encourages participation by small businesses, veteran-owned small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, small disadvantaged businesses, HUBZone small businesses, woman-owned small businesses, and historically black colleges and universities and minority institutions. However, no part of this BAA is specifically reserved for these entities as contemplated by FAR 6.102(d)(2)(i). Prospective foreign offerors considering submission of proposals are advised of the requirements contained in DFARS 225.7015 and 252.225-7010. All prospective offerors will be required to execute the certificate set forth under paragraph (e) of DFARS 252.225-7018 entitled, "Notice of Prohibition of Certain Contracts with Foreign Entities for the Conduct of Ballistic Missile Defense RDT&E (May 1994)." Establishments that specialize in performing professional, scientific, and technical activities for others are coded 541710 under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS). The small business size standard for classification 541710 is 500 employees.
Citizenship or Residency:	Unrestricted
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Commercial Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is interested in receiving proposals for long-range projects that offer potential for advancement and improvement of naval operations. NRL is interested in mapping, charting, and geodesy. The research focus is on development and exploitation of new technology and techniques to support all aspects of mapping, charting, and geodesy including advanced sensors, algorithms, and processing techniques for - hydrographic and geophysical surveying, - navigation science, - digital cartography, - map design and displays, and - data extraction, and - compression techniques. Research interest areas include the following: 1. Mapping science research and development is conducted in image processing methods and techniques to extract environmental information such as bathymetry, seafloor bottom type, and acoustic provinces from remote optical and acoustic system data. 2. Research in geographic information systems, map compression, data base design and standardization, and data interpretation and display is conducted to generate more accurate, less cluttered, digital mapping and charting products. Development of image maps, bathymetry/shoal extraction techniques, and compressed aeronautical charts developed at NRL is also performed. 3. Advanced sensor research and development is performed on active and passive sensors and navigational systems with survey charting applications primarily in support of Navy requirements. Hydrographic sensors and data extraction or processing using acoustic, electromagnetic, and optical instruments are developed and tested in an effort to collect information faster, with better accuracies, and higher densities than existing techniques provide. Research in geophysical sensor development, algorithms, and processing techniques emphasize mapping of magnetic and gravity fields and their variability.
Contact Name:	Marita Thompson, Deputy for Small Business
Contact Address:	Naval Research Laboratory 4555 Overlook Avenue, SW Code 3005
Contact City:	Washington
Contact State:	District of Columbia
Contact Zip:	20375-5326
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (202) 767-0666
Contact Fax:	+1 (202) 767-0494
Contact Email:	marita.thompson@nrl.navy.mil
URL for more information:	http://heron.nrl.navy.mil/contracts/0708baa/baa.htm
Date Last Revised:	January 31, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=106137
Keywords:	Acoustic Tomography Bathymetry Geodesy Geographic Information Systems Navigation and Guidance Systems Ocean Acoustics Surveying and Mapping
Sponsor Reference No:	NRL-WIDE BAA 74-07-03
Funding Type:	Research Contract or Tender

COS Unique Id:	27552
Title:	Research in Bio/Molecular Science and Engineering -- NRL-WIDE BAA 69-07-01
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Navy Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline:	December 31, 2008
Amount:	$100,000
Upper Amount:	$2,000,000
Amount Note:	The typical range of funding for contracts under NRL BAAs is $100,000 to $2,000,000. However, circumstances arise in which awards are made for amounts outside of this general range. Funds may not be currently available for topics under this BAA. No contract award will be made for a topic until appropriated funds are available from which payment for contract purposes can be made.
Eligibility:	Proposals may be submitted by any non-governmental entity, including commercial firms, institutions of higher education with degree-granting programs in science or engineering (universities), or by consortia led by such concerns. NRL encourages participation by small businesses, veteran-owned small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, small disadvantaged businesses, HUBZone small businesses, woman-owned small businesses, and historically black colleges and universities and minority institutions. However, no part of this BAA is specifically reserved for these entities as contemplated by FAR 6.102(d)(2)(i). Prospective foreign offerors considering submission of proposals are advised of the requirements contained in DFARS 225.7015 and 252.225-7010. All prospective offerors will be required to execute the certificate set forth under paragraph (e) of DFARS 252.225-7018 entitled, "Notice of Prohibition of Certain Contracts with Foreign Entities for the Conduct of Ballistic Missile Defense RDT&E (May 1994)." Establishments that specialize in performing professional, scientific, and technical activities for others are coded 541710 under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS). The small business size standard for classification 541710 is 500 employees.
Citizenship or Residency:	Unrestricted
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Commercial Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is interested in receiving proposals for long-range projects that offer potential for advancement and improvement of naval operations. The Center for Bio-Molecular Science and Engineering conducts multidisciplinary research in biotechnology using the techniques of modern - molecular biology; - biophysics; - chemistry; - microelectronics; and - engineering to fabricate biosensors, biomaterials, and advanced systems. Current research areas include the following: 1. Biophysical chemistry of membranes, proteins, DNA, and RNA 2. Research into biosensors including construction of novel devices, accessories for automated reagent delivery, production of biomolecular recognition elements or configuration of bioassays for integration into the sensor. Targets of detection include explosives, pollutants, pathogens, toxic agents, and hazardous chemicals 3. Genetic and tissue engineering of biomaterials 4. Liposomal delivery of vaccines and pharmaceuticals 5. Synthesis, fabrication, and physical characterization of self assembled thin films and surfaces for material development 6. Microwave devices, ultramicroelectrodes and electron emitters based on metallized composites. Microwave materials based on nanodimension powders and metallized composites 7. Self-assembly of microstructures for advanced materials, including tubules, advanced ceramics and ceramic solgels, and the assessment of potential applications including: controlled release, advanced composites for electronic, structural, and thermal applications, and environmental applications 8. Fabrication and integration of microfluidic components for sample processing and analysis 9. Design, development, and characterization of multifunctional, multilayered assemblies for advanced applications in the areas of environmental protection and general purpose detection, and in the development of non-conventional bioreactors for performing multistep chemistries in single operation 10. Development of novel lithographic, patterning for fabrication or advanced biosensors processes for high resolution imaging, fabrication of advanced microelectronic or nanoelectronic devices, displays, biosensors, multilayers, or three dimensionally structured materials 11. Advanced materials using liquid crystals and ordered polymers, relation between molecular structure and material properties, assessment of their properties for potential applications in the areas of real time holography, ferroelectric phenomena, high resolution display, pryoelectric sensors, and piezoelectric materials, electro-optic materials, non-linear optics, and optical wave guiding 12. Self-assembly of nano-scale structures such as bicontinuous cubic phase and assessment of their use for technological applications in the areas of controlled release, encapsulation, and nanocomposites 13. Remediation of oily and contaminated water using physical or phase- separation processes 14. Bio-based energy harvesting and production for marine, underwater, and naval applications 15. Development of bioprotocols and subsequent bioinformatic analysis of DNA chip arrays 16. Cavitand nanostructures for chemical sensing using surface plasmon resonance (SPR) for transduction
Contact Name:	Marita Thompson, Deputy for Small Business
Contact Address:	Naval Research Laboratory 4555 Overlook Avenue, SW Code 3005
Contact City:	Washington
Contact State:	District of Columbia
Contact Zip:	20375-5326
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (202) 767-0666
Contact Fax:	+1 (202) 767-0494
Contact Email:	marita.thompson@nrl.navy.mil
URL for more information:	http://heron.nrl.navy.mil/contracts/0708baa/baa.htm
Date Last Revised:	January 31, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=27552
Keywords:	Biomaterials Biophysics Biosensors Biotechnology Chemical Sciences Drug Delivery Systems Engineering Genetic Engineering Methods of Drug Delivery Microelectronics Microfluidics Molecular Biology Nanostructured Materials Tissue Engineering Vaccine
Sponsor Reference No:	NRL-WIDE BAA 69-07-01
Funding Type:	Research Contract or Tender

COS Unique Id:	28389
Title:	ERDC BAA - Physical Processes in Estuaries (CHL-1)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory announces opportunities for physical processes in estuaries research. The research program in estuarine physical processes deals with the hydrodynamic and transport characteristics of water bodies located between the sea and the upland limit of tidal effects. Research is directed toward knowledge that will improve field measurements and predictions of these processes. Specific areas of required research include the following physical processes in estuaries and other tidal waters. 1. The propagation of tides. 2. The transport of salinity, mixing processes, stratified flows. 3. The transport, erosion, and deposition of sediments, including settling velocity, aggregation of sediment, consolidation of sediment. 4. The behavior and characteristics of sediment beds, including movement, consolidation, armoring, bonding, physical chemical characteristics, density, erodability. 5. The flow between aquifers and surface waters. Specific areas of required research include the following activities with respect to the physical processes listed. 1. The effect of human activities, including dredging construction, vessel traffic, flow diversion, training, structures, and protective structures. 2. Measurements of parameters that are indicative or descriptive of the processes listed above by in-situ and remote methods in the lab and field. 3. Prediction of processes listed above by analytical methods, physical models, numerical models, and other techniques. 4. Conceptual and mathematical descriptions of the processes listed. 5. Development of materials, equipment, and methods that potentially lead to applied research that would make human activities listed safer, more economical, or more effective.
Contact Name:	Dr. Rob McAdory
Contact City:	Vicksburg
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3057
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28389
Keywords:	Estuarine Sciences
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28395
Title:	ERDC BAA - Dredging Research (CHL-4)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory announces opportunities for dredging research. Protection and enhancement of the environment associated with U.S. waterway infrastructure operation maintenance through dredging activities is a national priority. Dredging operations and environmental requirements of navigation projects are inseparable. Research is required to predict the time-dependent movement of noncontaminated sand and sand/silt mixtures of dredged materials placed in the nearshore zone, and all materials placed in the offshore region. The cost of dredging operations attributable to compliance with environmental windows that are determined to be over-restrictive, inconsistent, or technically unjustified can be reduced. More effective contaminated sediment characterization and management will reduce costs and enhance the reliability of methods associated with the assessment, dredging, placement, and control of sediments from navigation projects. Better instrumentation for dredge and site monitoring is required to implement automated dredge inspection and payment methods, and accurately monitor placement of contaminated materials. Emerging technologies regarding innovative equipment and processes should be expeditiously introduced into the dredging arena. Enhanced ecological risk management for dredging and disposal projects throughtechnically sound approaches for characterizing, managing, and conducting risk-based evaluations are required for expanding options regarding both contaminated and noncontaminated dredged materials.
Contact Name:	Mr. James Clausner
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2009
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28395
Keywords:	Environmental Conservation Hydraulic Engineering Sediment Water Resources Engineering Water Resources Management or Planning Waterways and Harbors
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28398
Title:	ERDC BAA - Groundwater (CHL-7)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory announces opportunities for research addressing groundwater. The groundwater modeling research program is structured to enhance understanding and predict capabilities, including the development of numerical codes, groundwater flows, and contaminant transport in both the saturated and unsaturated zones for both porous and fractured media. The goal of the program is the development of modeling techniques, including remedial alternative simulation, for optimal design and operation of the site cleanups.
Contact Name:	Mr. Earl Edris
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3378
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28398
Keywords:	Groundwater Water Pollution Waterways and Harbors
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28401
Title:	ERDC BAA - H&H GIS/Database Development (CHL-9)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory announces opportunities for research addressing the following areas: electronic navigation charting; integration of GIS/database and H&H models; watershed management for erosion control; larger river system management for flood control navigation; and visualization techniques.
Contact Name:	Mr. Ronald Heath
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3952
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28401
Keywords:	Environmental Management Geographic Information Systems Hydrogeology Hydrology Limnology Surveying and Mapping Watersheds
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28402
Title:	ERDC BAA - Coastal Hydrodynamics, Coastal Processes (CHL-10)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory announces opportunities for research in: shallow water wave estimation; forecasting and hindcasting of wind generated waves for oceanic to local regions; wave theory; statistical distribution of wave parameters; simulation of spectral conditions in wave basins; nearshore currents; wave breaking; wave/current and wave structure interactions; long and short waves in ports and harbors; tsunami modeling; wind generated currents; storm surge; tidal circulation; two- and three dimensional numerical simulation models (including finite difference, finite element, and curvilinear coordinate techniques); coastal meteorology; explosion generated waves; ship response to winds, currents and waves; moored ship response; mooring design and analysis, ribbon bridge hydrodynamics and turbulence.
Contact Name:	Mr. Don Resio
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2018
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28402
Keywords:	Coastal Meteorology Coastal Zone Management Hydrodynamics Surface Hydrodynamic Processes Surface Waves Wave or Wake Dynamics Waves or Currents
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28408
Title:	ERDC BAA - Field and Laboratory Measurements, Data Collection, and Analysis (CHL-13)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory announces opportunities for field and laboratory measurements, data collection, and analysis. Research is focused on wave current, water level, and wind measurement systems for laboratory and field cases; advanced data analysis (spectral and non-spectral) techniques; remote sensing techniques; bedload and suspended sediment transport; monitoring and evaluating technical and structural stability of coastal projects; field measurement of coastal processes; structural response instrumentation; and bathymetric survey systems.
Contact Name:	Dr. Brad Guay
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 601-634-2189
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28408
Keywords:	Atmospheric Remote Sensing Coastal Processes Data Analysis Sediment Waves or Currents
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28409
Title:	ERDC BAA - Experimental Coastal Model Equipment, Operation and Analysis (CHL-14)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory announces opportunities for experimental coastal model equipment research. Research is focused on the development of equipment and techniques for specialized model construction, experimental wave generation equipment, specialized data acquisition and analysis systems, advanced model operations techniques, and laboratory and scale effects in movable bed model studies.
Contact Name:	Jose Sanchez
Contact Address:	U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg Consolidated Contracting Office (VCCO) ATTN: CEMVK-CT-T 4155 Clay Street
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3895
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28409
Keywords:	Coastal and Ocean Engineering Data Analysis Technology Waves or Currents
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28410
Title:	ERDC BAA - General Coastal Engineering, Coastal Geology, and Dredging Investigations (CHL-15)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory announces opportunities for research in general coastal engineering, coastal geology, and dredging investigations. Research is focused on sand bypassing systems and equipment; beachfill design; coastal geology and geomorphology; functional design and evaluation of coastal works and coastal structures; littoral transport; coastal and offshore dredging studies; agitation dredging systems and equipment; physical monitoring of dredged material; physical processes in coastal wetlands; application of geographic information systems; design of near-shore and offshore dredged material placement; evaluation of dredged material disposal sites; and analysis of dredging operations management.
Contact Name:	Dr. Jeff Waters
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2020
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28410
Keywords:	Coastal and Ocean Engineering Coastal Geology Coastal Processes Geographic Information Systems Geomorphology Wetlands
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28412
Title:	ERDC BAA - Geophysics (GSL-2)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GSL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory announces research in geophysics. Waterways Experimentation Station (WES) supports research in the development of land, air, or waterborne geophysical methods to be used for characterization of hazardous waste sites, cavity or tunnel detection, detection and monitoring of seepage, non-destructive investigation of archeological sites, location of groundwater, detection of unexploded ordinance, analytical and data processing techniques, borehole surveys, crosshole seismic imaging, electromagnetic detection of anomalies, seismic surveys, subbottom profiling, acoustic impedance surveys, characterization of physical and mechanical properties of earth materials, and uses of microgravity.
Contact Name:	Dr. Lillian D. Wakeley
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3215
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28412
Keywords:	Earth Science Instrumentation Geophysics Physical Sciences Instrumentation Seismic Acoustics
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28415
Title:	ERDC BAA - Soil and Rock Mechanics (GSL-5)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GSL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory announces research in soil and rock mechanics. Research is needed to - improve methods for prediction control of erosion of unlined spillway channels during uncontrolled releases; - develop innovative methods for flood protection and flood-fighting, including field evaluations of promising technologies; - develop guidance for applications of trenchless technology on Corps structures when trenchless technology is used to install pipelines, cables, or conducts through or beneath levees an other sturctures; - develop improved methods, including risk-base methods for analyzing earth and rockfill dams and other water control structures for both static and earthquake-induced stresses; - improve the state of knowledge of physical and engineering properties of soil, rock, clay shales; earth rock mixtures, granular filters, cohesive and noncohesive fine-grained soils susceptible to liquefaction, and soils susceptible to drastic volume changes (collapse, consolidation, swell); - develop rational analytical procedures and more reliable prediction of behavior of partially saturated soils; - determine the response of soils in situ to static and dynamic loading and unloading; - determine the susceptibility of earth dams to cracking, hydraulic fracturing, and internal erosion; - evaluate improved defensive design measures in use of materials, particularly in filter and transition zones and impervious barriers; - improve procedures for monitoring and analysis of the performance of new and existing structures, particularly the use and interpretation of observations and from specialized instrumentation, and expedient systems for rapid inspection and evaluation of the integrity of dams; - improve the understanding of the aging processes in dams and in the influence of aging (particularly deterioration of safety-related features) on long-term maintenance or rehabilitation requirements for dams; - develop a better understanding of failure mechanisms to improve design of defensive measures, to provide information for remedial repairs, to assess potential damages resulting from failure, and to provide a basis for emergency actions; - develop expedient remedial measures when hazardous conditions are identified and thus reduce the damages and catastrophic potential of dam failures; - develop methodology to evaluate forces exerted on structural elements by adjacent soil masses that result from long-term variation in soil properties; - develop improved methodology for design and construction procedures for shallow and deep foundations, including mats, footings, piers, and piles for buildings, hydraulic structures and waterfront structures; - large scale physical and numerical modeling of deep underground structures (tunnels, shafts, chambers, intersections); - predictions of rock mass dedgeability; - acoustic emission (micro-seismic) applications in geotechnical engineerng; - geotechnical aspects of hazardous and low level radioactive waste disposal; - evaluationof rock for use as rip-rap; - grouting of soil and rock masses; - sliding stability of gravity structures, and - centrifuge modeling of structures founded on or in rock. Technology transfer actifities (i.e. demonstration projects, workshops, seminars, etc.) are included in this requirement.
Contact Name:	Dr. Joseph P. Koester
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2202
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28415
Keywords:	Geotechnical Engineering Hydraulic Engineering Rock Mechanics Soil Erosion Soil Mechanics and Foundations
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28433
Title:	ERDC BAA - Advanced Seismic and Acoustic Sensors, Measurements, Processing, Analysis, and Modeling (GSL-10)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GSL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory announces advanced seismic and acousitc sensors, measurements, processing, analysis, and modeling research opportunities. Research addresses seismic and acoustic sensing, processing, analysis, and modeling of ground and air targets using advanced ground-based sensor systems. This effort focuses on passive technology. Processing methods include array processing and other methods of calculating source direction, noise suppression, advanced adaptive processing, and signal classification and identification. Phenomena of interest include direct propagation within the same medium and propagation across boundaries, such as geologic layers and the air/soil interface. Modeling involves phenomenology models of signal propagation. The objectives include sensing, detecting, and locating airborne and ground military targets and buried objects. Also included are medium characterization and classifying and identifying sources based on their acoustic and seismic signatures.
Contact Name:	Dr. Lillian D. Wakeley
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3215
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28433
Keywords:	Defense Technology Seismic Acoustics Sensing Devices and Transducers Signal Processing
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28445
Title:	ERDC BAA - Innovative Technologies for Rapid Characterization and Monitoring of Hazardous Waste Sites (EL-2)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory (EL), in coordination with the U.S. Army Environmental Center and other Tri-Service agencies, has developed the Site Characterization and Analysis Penetrometer System (SCAPS). The SCAPS is specially designed to conduct rapid site characterization/screening of installations for possible contamination. The SCAPS research and development program is currently developing sensors for use with the cone penetrometer to detect contaminants such as petroleum, oil and lubricant products(for example, aviation fuels, diesel, gasoline), explosives compounds, volatile organic carbons (VOCs), heavy metals, and radionuclides. Additional areas of research include advanced computational techniques for 3-D visualization of subsurface contamination; rapid data acquisition, analysis and interpretation; technologies to quantify levels of contamination; enhanced sampler technology development; contaminant monitor development for biological and chemical treatment assessment; and automated techniquesfor monitoring/assessing operational performance of remedial site cleanup operations.
Contact Name:	Mr. John H. Ballard
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2446
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28445
Keywords:	Data Analysis Environmental Monitoring Environmental Sciences Hazardous Wastes Sensing Devices and Transducers
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28446
Title:	ERDC BAA - Innovative Technologies for Treating Hazardous Waste and Contaminated Surface and Ground Waters (EL-3)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory is continuing to conduct research, develop technologies and apply strategies to treat complex organic and metal-contaminated hazardous liquids, off-gases, soils sludges, sediments, and residuals from past disposal practices. Research is divided into two major categories, technologies for treating contaminated soils and sediments, and innovative technologies for treating contaminated surface and ground waters. Areas of research include - physical and chemical technologies to minimize or reduce the quantity and toxicity of hazardous waste; - biological processes and methods to detoxify or destroy hazardous waste constituents; - techniques for in situ treatment of ground-water aquifers; - laboratory design criteria for and field implementation of piloting equipment for promising technologies; (5) computer-based techniques to assess operational performance of various treatment processes or systems; and - improved analytical chemistry techniques and methodology to assess treatment technologies. Additional Contacts 1. (physical-chemical organics) - Mr. Chris McGrath +1 (601) 634-3798 - Dr. Jeff Davis +1 (601) 634-4846 2. Dr. Jeff Davis (bioremediation) +1 (601) 634-4846 3. Dr. Doug Taggart (analytical chemistry methods) +1 (402) 444-4300 4. Dr. Robert P. Jones (environmental risk assessment) +1 (601) 634-4098
Contact Name:	Dr. Steve Larson, 601-634-3431 (Metals)
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3431
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28446
Keywords:	Environmental Restoration or Remediation Environmental Sciences Hazardous Waste Disposal or Cleanup Hazardous Wastes Technology
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28447
Title:	ERDC BAA - Design, Evaluation, Verification, and Modeling of Solid and Hazardous Wastes and Contaminated Sediments (EL-4)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory is continuing to develop water balance and leachate models for solid waste disposal systems and dredged material disposal facilities. Additional work is needed to model innovative designs, nonsoil surface materials, cobbled surfaces, preferential flow through heterogeneous waste materials and other layers, and effects of complex mixtures of vegetation, including trees. Similarly, additional work is needed to verify the existing models.
Contact Name:	Dr. Paul R. Schroeder
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3709
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28447
Keywords:	Hazardous Waste Disposal or Cleanup Hazardous Wastes Solid Waste Disposal
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28449
Title:	ERDC BAA - Environmental Risk Assessment (EL-5)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory announces research opportunities involving environmental risk assessment. Current research on the fate and effects of environmental contaminants occurs under the general paradigm of environmental risk assessment. Specific studies fall into one or more of the following areas. 1. Hazard Identification - This is the process of showing causality i.e., a chemical or complex mixture can cause some adverse effect. If this causality can be demonstrated, the chemical is referred to as a hazard. If there is no causal link, risk need not be quantified. Important target receptors are also identified by this stage (for example, humans, endangered species, ecologically or economically important species). Research is conducted to develop the technology for hazard identification and the establishment of causality. 2. Effects Assessment - While hazard identification decides if a chemical or complex mixture is toxic, effects assessment determines the magnitude of the toxic response.This is accomplished via experimental research in which surrogate species are exposed to gradients (spatial, concentration, etc.) of the hazard in question, and biological effects are monitored over time. Biologically important endpoints measured include survival, growth, reproduction and population-level parameters. These endpoints must be accompanied by technically sound interpretive guidance. Results are expressed in dose-response or exposure-response relationships. Research is conducted to develop the necessary experimental/statistical designs, technically sound tests and appropriate extrapolations. Analysis of the uncertainty associated with these effects assessments is also conducted. 3. Exposure Assessment - In exposure assessment, the magnitude, frequency, and duration of contaminant exposure relative to the target receptor(s) are determined.This research is model-intensive, with both descriptive and quantitative models being used to evaluate pathways and routes. A pathway exist if the hazard travels between the initial source of contamination and the ultimate biological receptor. A route ishow the chemical enters the receptor (for example, ingestion, inhalation, dermal absorption, bioaccumulation, trophic transfer). Analysis of the uncertainty associated with these exposure assessments is also conducted. 4. Risk Characterization, Management, Communication, and Analysis - Outputs from the effects assessment and exposure assessment are joined in risk characterization to yield an estimate of risk. Research is conducted to determine the best ways to characterize risk both numerically anddescriptively. Also, uncertainty analysis is undertaken to identify the qualitatively and quantitative important sources of uncertainty. Techniques employed include error propagation, probability distributions, sensitivity analysis, Monte Carlo simulation, and others. 5. Technology Transfer - Develop and analyze technology transfer concepts; analyze target audiences for technical information; test innovative methods of transferring dredging research results and technology to supplement conventional technology transfer. Included may be such items as interactive CD-ROM and PC technology applied to training and general information transfer; technology applications of electronic media using the internet; and innovative public information systems/products. The DOER research program audiences include Corps of Engineers, the Department of Defense, Congress, and other federal, state, and local agencies; port and transportation authorities; universities; environmentalists and other public interest groups; and the general public. Additional Contact: Ms. Janean Shirley (contact for technology transfer) +1 (601) 634-3616
Contact Name:	Dr. Todd Bridges
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3626
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28449
Keywords:	Environmental Effects Environmental Sciences Hazardous Wastes Technology Transfer
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28450
Title:	ERDC BAA - Sediment Water Interactions (EL-6)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	Current research encompasses a wide range of investigations designed to increase understanding of sediment-water interactions. Emphasis is on conduct of investigations for determining the impacts that sediment/soil properties have on sorption and transformation of explosives and release of semi-volatile contaminants to the atmosphere. Factors responsible for sorption and transformation of explosives include redox potential, pH, and the geochemical characteristics of the soil or sediment. Factors affecting the release of semivolatile contaminants from soil or sediment to the atmosphere include relative humidity, wind speed, contaminant concentration, moisture content, porosity, and organic carbon content. Research is also conducted on collodial system contaminant transport, accelerated sediment oxidation, and the role of solution chemistry in contaminant partitioning between sediment and water. Biodegradation of Contaminants. Studies in the biodegradation area emphasize destruction of organic contaminants for remediation purposes. Emphasis is on (1) delineating biodegrative pathways; (2) determining intermediate and final products and by-products; (3) assessing the role of environmental factors in regulating the pathways utilized and the rate and extent of destruction of the parent compound; (4) determining the survival and activity of microorganisms added to soils, sediments, and biotreatment systems; and (5) enhancing biodegradation to obtain the maximum destruction of organic contaminants within a soil, sediment, or treatment system. Additional Contacts 1. Dr. Judith Pennington +1 (601) 634-2802 2. Dr. Herb Fredrickson (biodegradation of contaminants) +1 (601) 634-3716
Contact Name:	Judith Pennington
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2802
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28450
Keywords:	Sediment Soil - Structure Interaction
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28451
Title:	ERDC BAA - Techniques for Contaminated Dredged Material Disposal and Treatment (EL-7)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	Specific areas of required or anticipated research include the following: 1. Application of innovative techniques, equipment, and control measures for dredging, transport, and placement of contaminated sediments. (Contact: Mr. Mike Channell, +1 (601) 634-2386.) 2. Development of cost-efficient technologies for control-treatment of contaminated dredged material, including assessment of physical/chemical processing technologies for application to contaminated dredged material slurries, supernatant, and leachate; techniques for evaluating the processing technologies; methods for site evaluation; and techniques for evaluating cost-effectiveness. (Contact: Mr. Mike Channell, +1 (601) 634- 2386.) 3. Development or enhancement of computer models to be included in the ADDAMS to evaluate the environmental impacts of dredged material disposal. Evaluations include water quality impacts of initial release in open water, effluent discharge, runoff and leachate, benthic impacts, plant and animal uptake, and volatilization. (Contact: Dr. Paul R. Schroeder, +1 (601)634-3709) 4. Development and/or application of new or improved environmental chemistry methodologies to assess contaminant concentrations of dredged material focusing on costeffectiveness, quality assurance, and lower detection limits. (Contact: Bobby Jones, +1 (601) 634-3721) 5. Demonstration of bioremediation technology to recalcitrant organic compounds in confined disposal facilities for dredged material, including evaluation of amendments needed to successfully utilize composting, land treatment, and land farming technologies, assessment of cost versus performance, and development of techniques for enhancing intrinsic bioremediation. (Contact: Dr. Tommy E. Myers, +1 (601)634-3939) Additional Contacts: 1. Application of innovative techniques Mr. Mike Channell +1 (601) 634-2386 2. Development of cost-efficient technologies for control-treatment of contaminated dredged material Mr. Mike Channell +1 (601) 634-2386 3. Development or enhancement of computer models to be included in the ADDAMS Dr. Paul R. Schroeder +1 (601)634-3709 4. Development and/or application of new or improved environmental chemistry methodologies Bobby Jones +1 (601) 634-3721 5. Demonstration of bioremediation technology to recalcitrant organic compounds Dr. Tommy E. Myers +1 (601)634-3939
Contact Name:	Mr. Mike Channell (Subtopics 1 and 2 of abstract)
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2386
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28451
Keywords:	Environmental Chemistry Hazardous Waste Disposal or Cleanup Solid Waste Disposal Water Pollution
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28452
Title:	ERDC BAA - Numerical Water Quality and Contaminant Modeling (EL-8)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory announces research opportunities involving numerical water quality and contaminant modeling. This area of research involves development and application of water quality and contaminant fate/transport models for both surface water and the subsurface, or groundwater. Emphasis is on formulation of the appropriate physical, chemical and biological algorithms; improvement of mathematical and numerical methods; collection and assemblage of data for model evaluation; conduct of field and laboratory process investigations designed to develop/improve model descriptions; dynamic linkage of water quality and biological models, including biomass-based, individual-based, and population-based biological models; integration of contaminant exposure models with biological effects data or models to quantify risk; incorporation of uncertaintly analysis into modeling; and development of software to provide graphical user interfaces and modeling environments to enhance model utility and ease of application.
Contact Name:	Dr. Barry Bunch
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3617
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28452
Keywords:	Mathematical Modeling Water Pollution Water Quality Water Resources environmental impacts
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28453
Title:	ERDC BAA - Geospatial Environmental Database Development (EL-9)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory announces research opportunities involving geospatial environmental database development. This research area is concerned with techniques for developing holistic, geographically referenced environmental databases at a wide range of spatial and temporal resolutions. Holistic environmental databases integrate quantitative characterizations of the hydrosphere, biosphere, geosphere, and atmosphere. Spatial resolutions range from the characterization of regional watersheds to the characterization of the internal canopy conditions for individual trees. Temporal resolutions range from decades to minutes. The research includes investigations onsite and remote techniques for characterizing and monitoring single environmental factors such as vegetation height, density and biomass; soil moisture content; and water quality parameters. The research includes investigations on techniques for collecting, quantifying, integrating, storing, and accessing geospatial and statistical data.
Contact Name:	Mr. Mark Graves
Contact Address:	U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg Consolidated Contracting Office (VCCO) ATTN: CEMVK-CT-T 4155 Clay Street
Contact City:	Vicksburg
Contact State:	Mississippi
Contact Zip:	39183-3435
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2557
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28453
Keywords:	Data Analysis Environmental Sciences Geographic Information Systems Geoscience Spatial Data or Analysis
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28454
Title:	ERDC BAA - Geospatial Data Analysis Techniques (EL-10)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory announces research opportunities for geospatial data analysis techniques. This research area is concerned with developing methods to include the spatial and temporal properties of environmental factors in all aspects of environmental stewardship. It includes development of geospatial statistical measures and quantitative indices for use in numerical modeling, impact assessment, risk assessment, and management trade-off analysis. It includes techniques for quantitative regional characterization of the natural resource base. The research investigates methods for modeling spatial patterns of environmental conditions over time.
Contact Name:	Mr. Mark Graves
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2557
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28454
Keywords:	Data Analysis Environmental Sciences Geoscience
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28455
Title:	ERDC BAA - Biotechnical Shore Stabilization (EL-11)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory announces research opportunities for biotechnical shore stabilization. Biotechnical (sometimes called bioengineering) shore stabilization is the use of a combination of live vegetation and structural materials (for example, breakwaters, geotextiles, erosion control fabrics/mats, building materials) for erosion control of shores. Shores of particular interest are those of streams, lakes, or dredged material deposits and subject to erosion from waves, surface runoff, and wind. Research is needed to determine the causes and amounts of erosion and to identify and assess cost effective biotechnical erosion control methods. Studies may include, but are not limited to, identifying, developing, and cultivating appropriate flood-tolerant plants and varieties or cultivars and cost effective installation procedures of biotechnical techniques.
Contact Name:	Dr. Michael F. Passmore
Contact Address:	U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg Consolidated Contracting Office (VCCO) ATTN: CEMVK-CT-T 4155 Clay Street
Contact City:	Vicksburg
Contact State:	Mississippi
Contact Zip:	39183-3435
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-4862
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28455
Keywords:	Environmental Conservation Environmental Engineering Soil Conservation
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28466
Title:	ERDC BAA - Freshwater Fishery Investigations (EL-12)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory announces research opportunities for freshwater fishery investigations. This research is concerned with the development and application of methods for fish population and habitat assessment. Ongoing research covers a range oftopics concerned with fish resource inventory, migration and movement, age and growth, reproduction,and aquatic habitat classification and assessment. Proposals in all fish resource areas are invited, particularly those concerned with the development or application of improved fish sampling and analysis methods using recent technological advancements.
Contact Name:	Dr. K. Jack Killgore
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-3397
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
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Keywords:	Fish and Fisheries Marine Ecology
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28469
Title:	ERDC BAA - Freshwater Macroinvertebrate Investigations (EL-13)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory announces research opportunities for freshwater macroinvertebrate investigations. This research addresses the development and application of methods for assessing the environmental effects of Corps of Engineers activities by analysis of macroinvertebrate populations and communities. Studies involve laboratory evaluation of behavior and physical condition, or field studies that involve secondary production or the determination of selected biotic indices (such as species richness, diversity, evenness, relative species abundance, etc.) of naturally occurring mollusc, chironomid, or oligochaete communities.
Contact Name:	Dr. Andrew C. Miller
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2141
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28469
Keywords:	Environmental Effects Marine Ecology
Funding Type:	Research

COS Unique Id:	28470
Title:	ERDC BAA - Mitigation (EL-14)
Sponsor:	United States Department of Defense (DOD) Department of the Army U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL)
Sponsor Type:	Federal, U.S.
Deadline Note:	Continuous. Proposals may be submitted at any time. This BAA will remain in effect until it is superseded.
Eligibility:	Proposals from U.S. Government facilities and organizations will not be considered under this program announcement.
Citizenship or Residency:	United States
Activity Location:	Unrestricted
Requirements:	Small Business Ph.D./M.D./Other Professional Commercial Nonprofit Academic Institution
Abstract:	The Environmental Laboratory announces research opportunities for mitigation. An avoidance, minimization, or compensation process is required for impacts from water resources projects on ecological resources (fish, wildlife, habitat, or installation activities). Planning and implementing mitigation is a complex process, and new ideas that contribute to success of mitigation are invited. Subjects such as best management practices for avoiding or minimizing impacts, planning for mitigation based on impact analysis, incremental analysis to justify mitigation, mitigation banking, future predictions, and mitigation for indirect or cumulative impacts are included.
Contact Name:	Ms. Kelly Burks-Copes
Contact Country:	United States
Contact Phone:	+1 (601) 634-2290
URL for more information:	http://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/contract/other.asp
Date Last Revised:	January 28, 2008
URL from COS to Bookmark this record:	http://fundingopps.cos.com/cgi-bin/getRec?id=28470
Keywords:	Ecology Environmental Sciences Marine Ecology Water Resources environmental impacts
Funding Type:	Research