Opportunity Information: Apply for P17AS00546
The Residence 1 Viga Preservation grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number P17AS00546) was a National Park Service project under the U.S. Department of the Interior focused on safeguarding historic building materials at Wupatki National Monument (WUPA). The work centered on preserving the exposed ends of vigas at "Residence 1," a structure built in 1940. Vigas are rough-hewn wooden roof beams commonly used in adobe and Pueblo-style construction, and because they often extend beyond the exterior wall surface, their ends tend to take the brunt of weathering. Over decades of exposure, these projecting beam ends had become increasingly deteriorated, with damage attributed to intense sunlight, repeated temperature changes, moisture and water intrusion, wind abrasion, insect activity, and dry rot. The intent of the project was to preserve these original elements in place rather than replacing them, supporting the broader preservation goal of maintaining historic fabric and character while stabilizing vulnerable features.
The award was offered as a discretionary cooperative agreement in the Natural Resources funding activity category (CFDA 15.945). It was designed for a single award, with an anticipated maximum funding level (award ceiling) of $34,262 and an expected total of one award. Eligibility was limited to nonprofit organizations holding 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education, indicating the Park Service was seeking a qualified nonprofit partner with appropriate preservation capabilities rather than a university-led program. A notable component of the scope was educational and capacity-building: the project included a two-week, on-site, hands-on workshop devoted specifically to viga preservation. In practical terms, that means the funded effort was not only meant to complete preservation treatment on the structure, but also to transfer skills and demonstrate techniques in the field, likely benefiting participants by building expertise in caring for exposed historic wood elements in arid, high-stress environments typical of the Southwest.
Administratively, the opportunity was created on July 26, 2017, and originally closed on August 4, 2017, reflecting a short application window. Overall, the grant can be understood as a targeted, site-specific preservation initiative: stabilize and conserve deteriorated viga ends at a historic residence within Wupatki, while pairing the hands-on work with a structured workshop so that preservation methods and best practices for these traditional architectural features could be taught and replicated in similar contexts.Apply for P17AS00546
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Residence 1 Viga Preservation" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.945.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 26, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 04, 2017. (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 $34,262.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Residence 1 Viga Preservation (P17AS00546) - FAQs
What is the Residence 1 Viga Preservation grant opportunity?
The Residence 1 Viga Preservation grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number P17AS00546) was a National Park Service (NPS) project under the U.S. Department of the Interior. It focused on safeguarding historic building materials at Wupatki National Monument (WUPA) by preserving the exposed ends of roof beams (vigas) at a structure known as "Residence 1."
Which federal agency offered this opportunity?
The opportunity was offered by the National Park Service, which is part of the U.S. Department of the Interior.
Where did the funded work take place?
The work was tied to Wupatki National Monument (WUPA) and specifically to the building known as "Residence 1" located within the monument.
What is "Residence 1" and why is it significant in this project?
"Residence 1" is a structure built in 1940. The project targeted this building because the exposed ends of its original vigas had deteriorated after decades of weathering and environmental stress.
What are vigas?
Vigas are rough-hewn wooden roof beams commonly used in adobe and Pueblo-style construction. They often extend beyond the exterior wall surface, leaving their ends more exposed to the elements.
Why were the viga ends at Residence 1 deteriorating?
The projecting viga ends had become increasingly deteriorated due to long-term exposure. The damage was attributed to intense sunlight, repeated temperature changes, moisture and water intrusion, wind abrasion, insect activity, and dry rot.
What was the main goal of the project?
The central goal was to stabilize and conserve the deteriorated viga ends at Residence 1 while maintaining the historic fabric and character of the building.
Was the intent to replace the damaged vigas?
No. A key preservation intent was to keep the original elements in place and preserve them rather than replace them, aligning with a broader goal of maintaining historic fabric and character.
What type of award mechanism was used?
The award was offered as a discretionary cooperative agreement.
What funding category did this opportunity fall under?
The funding activity category was Natural Resources.
What CFDA number was associated with this grant opportunity?
The opportunity was associated with CFDA 15.945.
How many awards were expected?
The opportunity was designed for a single award, with an expected total of one award.
What was the maximum funding amount available?
The anticipated maximum funding level (award ceiling) was $34,262.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to nonprofit organizations holding 501(c)(3) status with the IRS.
Were institutions of higher education eligible?
No. Institutions of higher education were excluded, indicating the Park Service was seeking a qualified nonprofit partner rather than a university-led program.
Did the scope include training or education?
Yes. A notable part of the scope was educational and capacity-building, including a two-week, on-site, hands-on workshop devoted specifically to viga preservation.
What did the two-week workshop involve?
Based on the opportunity description, the workshop was on-site and hands-on, focused specifically on viga preservation. The intent was to demonstrate techniques in the field and transfer practical preservation skills related to caring for exposed historic wood elements.
Was the project only about completing preservation work, or also about skill-building?
It was both. The funded effort was meant to complete preservation treatment on the structure and also to transfer skills through a structured workshop so methods and best practices could be taught and replicated in similar contexts.
When was the funding opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on July 26, 2017.
When did the application period close?
The opportunity originally closed on August 4, 2017, reflecting a short application window.
In plain terms, what kind of grant was this?
It was a targeted, site-specific preservation initiative: conserve deteriorated viga ends on a historic 1940 residence at Wupatki National Monument, while pairing the preservation work with a two-week, hands-on training workshop focused on viga preservation techniques.
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