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The State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program, commonly referred to as STATEMAP, is a USGS-funded grant opportunity designed to help State Geological Surveys produce detailed geologic maps and related databases that build the geologic framework for places that matter most to a state and to the country. The core idea is practical: states choose mapping projects that address real, high-priority needs, such as resource development, water planning, hazard mitigation, infrastructure siting, and other urgent earth science questions. STATEMAP funds the creation of new two-dimensional and three-dimensional geologic map data that can be used as standardized, foundational information across many decision-making contexts.
A central feature of this program is that mapping priorities are state-driven rather than dictated by prior arrangements with USGS. The State Geologist, Survey Director, Chief Scientist, or equivalent lead sets the priorities, but they must do it in consultation with a multidisciplinary State Mapping Advisory Committee (SMAC). The SMAC is meant to represent a range of map users and technical perspectives, and it helps ensure that projects focus on areas with either multiple overlapping needs (for example, groundwater, landslides, and construction materials all in one corridor) or a compelling single issue (for example, a critical fault zone, subsidence area, or mineral district). Priorities can also be based on areas where new mapping is necessary to resolve critical earth science problems. In short, STATEMAP is structured to align mapping with the most pressing state and local demands, while still contributing to a coherent national geologic framework.
The opportunity is also framed as supporting current Department of the Interior strategic priorities and specific federal directives that call for accelerating detailed geologic mapping tied to energy and critical mineral development, along with strong expectations for data preservation and availability. In practical terms, the program emphasizes that modern geologic maps are not just paper products; they are digital datasets that support discovery and assessment of energy and mineral resources (including critical and rare earth minerals), land and water resource management, natural hazard understanding and risk reduction, and even national security decisions. The program description also highlights ongoing infrastructure relevance, noting that mapping outputs are regularly used to support planning and design for highways, bridges, pipelines, and other major projects by clarifying ground conditions, identifying geologic hazards, and characterizing sources of aggregate and construction materials.
Eligibility is narrow by statute: only State Geological Surveys are eligible under the National Geologic Mapping Act. If a State Geological Survey sits within a state university system, the university can submit the application on the survey's behalf, but the work and purpose still need to align with the State Geological Survey role. To be eligible, a state must have a functioning SMAC (or equivalent) that meets at least once a year and actively advises on mapping priorities. For states that have been funded previously, continued eligibility for FY 2026 depends on being in compliance with prior award terms, including having no delinquent deliverables; failure to meet past requirements can lead to ineligibility or review penalties under federal remedies for noncompliance (as referenced under 2 CFR 200.339 through 200.343).
From a budget standpoint, STATEMAP uses a cooperative agreement funding instrument, which typically implies substantial federal involvement during the project period compared with a standard grant. Award amounts can be as high as $800,000, and the program anticipates making about 45 awards. Applicants must provide cost share: State Geological Surveys are required to match 1:1 of the total direct costs, meaning the state contributes an amount equal to the federal share of direct project costs. On top of that, the program limits the indirect cost treatment on the federal side by stating that applicants may request no more than 18 percent of federal indirect costs, which effectively constrains the portion of the federal award that can be applied to indirect expenses.
Key administrative details from the notice include the funding opportunity number G26AS00011, CFDA number 15.810, and an original closing date of May 27, 2026. The funding activity category is listed as science and technology and other research and development. Overall, the opportunity is best understood as a competitive, state-led mapping partnership where the main deliverable is high-quality, standardized geologic map data (2D and increasingly 3D) targeted at areas where updated geologic understanding will produce clear public benefits, especially in resource development, hazard mitigation, land and water management, and infrastructure planning.Apply for G26AS00011
- The Geological Survey in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "The State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.810.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2026-04-08.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2026-05-27. (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 $800,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 45 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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STATEMAP (USGS State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program) FAQs
What is STATEMAP?
STATEMAP is the State Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program funded by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). It provides grant funding (via a cooperative agreement) to State Geological Surveys to produce detailed geologic maps and related databases that strengthen the geologic framework for locations that matter most to a state and to the country.
What is the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The purpose is to fund new, detailed geologic mapping and database development that supports practical, high-priority needs. The program is designed so states can target mapping where it will have clear public benefits, including resource development, water planning, hazard mitigation, and infrastructure siting.
What kinds of outputs does STATEMAP fund?
STATEMAP funds the creation of new two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) geologic map data and related databases. The emphasis is on standardized, foundational geologic information that can be reused across many decision-making contexts.
Are the deliverables expected to be digital, or can they be paper maps only?
The opportunity description emphasizes that modern geologic maps are not just paper products; they are digital datasets. The program highlights strong expectations around data preservation and availability, reinforcing that digital geologic map data are a central product of the work.
Who sets the mapping priorities for a STATEMAP proposal?
Mapping priorities are state-driven. The State Geologist, Survey Director, Chief Scientist, or an equivalent lead sets priorities, but must do so in consultation with a multidisciplinary State Mapping Advisory Committee (SMAC).
What is a State Mapping Advisory Committee (SMAC), and why does it matter?
The SMAC is a multidisciplinary advisory committee intended to represent a range of map users and technical perspectives. It helps ensure the mapping projects focus on areas with multiple overlapping needs or a compelling single issue, and that project selection reflects real state and local demands.
Is a SMAC required for eligibility?
Yes. To be eligible, a state must have a functioning SMAC (or equivalent) that meets at least once a year and actively advises on mapping priorities.
What types of mapping areas or problems are considered high priority under STATEMAP?
Projects are intended to address real, high-priority needs, such as resource development, water planning, hazard mitigation, infrastructure siting, and other urgent earth science questions. The notice also describes priority settings that include (1) areas with multiple overlapping needs (for example, groundwater, landslides, and construction materials in a single corridor), (2) areas with a compelling single issue (for example, a critical fault zone, subsidence area, or mineral district), and (3) areas where new mapping is necessary to resolve critical earth science problems.
How does STATEMAP relate to federal priorities?
The opportunity is framed as supporting Department of the Interior strategic priorities and federal directives calling for accelerated detailed geologic mapping tied to energy and critical mineral development. It also emphasizes expectations for data preservation and availability.
What decision-making uses are mentioned for STATEMAP geologic maps and data?
The program description highlights that outputs support discovery and assessment of energy and mineral resources (including critical and rare earth minerals), land and water resource management, natural hazard understanding and risk reduction, and even national security decisions.
How are STATEMAP products used for infrastructure planning?
The notice states that mapping outputs are regularly used to support planning and design for highways, bridges, pipelines, and other major projects by clarifying ground conditions, identifying geologic hazards, and characterizing sources of aggregate and construction materials.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is narrow by statute under the National Geologic Mapping Act: only State Geological Surveys are eligible to receive STATEMAP funding.
Can a university submit the application?
If a State Geological Survey sits within a state university system, the university may submit the application on the survey's behalf. However, the work and purpose must still align with the State Geological Survey role as described in the opportunity.
Is this a grant or a cooperative agreement?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement. The notice indicates this typically implies substantial federal involvement during the project period compared with a standard grant.
What is the maximum award amount?
Award amounts can be as high as $800,000.
How many awards does the program expect to make?
The program anticipates making about 45 awards.
Is cost sharing required?
Yes. State Geological Surveys are required to provide a 1:1 match of the total direct costs. This means the state contributes an amount equal to the federal share of direct project costs.
How are indirect costs treated under this opportunity?
The notice limits the indirect cost treatment on the federal side by stating that applicants may request no more than 18 percent of federal indirect costs, which constrains the portion of the federal award that can be applied to indirect expenses.
Are there special eligibility conditions for states that were funded previously?
Yes. For states that have been funded previously, continued eligibility for FY 2026 depends on compliance with prior award terms, including having no delinquent deliverables. Failure to meet past requirements can lead to ineligibility or review penalties under federal remedies for noncompliance referenced under 2 CFR 200.339 through 200.343.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number listed in the notice is G26AS00011.
What is the CFDA number?
The CFDA number listed in the notice is 15.810.
What is the closing date for this opportunity?
The original closing date provided is May 27, 2026.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as science and technology and other research and development.
In one sentence, how should applicants think about STATEMAP?
STATEMAP is a competitive, state-led mapping partnership with USGS where the main deliverable is high-quality, standardized geologic map data (2D and increasingly 3D) targeted to places where updated geologic understanding produces clear public benefits.
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