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The application period for this grant cycle closed
April 2, 2007.
Your grant project proposal will be evaluated and scored based on the
information presented below and the attachments. This document must be used as a
template to present your grant project proposal. A minimum score of 60 (out of
100) is required for funding.
- Grant Need Narrative (10 points total). Clearly and
convincingly describe and demonstrate why the grant project should be funded
(e.g., benefits, end products, etc.).
Proposal describes the target population, geographic area, and gaps in
renewable biofuels sources, barriers, financing or other environmental
considerations to justify the need for this project and convincingly
presents why CIWMB grant funds are needed for this project (6 points
subtotal).
Proposal convincingly demonstrates, using both narrative and data, how
the anticipated outcome of the project would significantly increase
utilization of biofuels from landfill gas pursuant to State goals and
mandates (2 points subtotal.
Describe and estimate quantitatively how the proposed project leads to a
reduction of criteria pollutants (e.g., NOx, CO, SOx, PM), toxic air
pollutants, and greenhouse gas emissions (2 points subtotal).
- Goals and Objective Narrative (15 points total). Describe
the landfill with respect to the current and predicted future quantity and
quality of landfill gas, including ability to sustain 10,000 gallons per day
of liquefied natural gas (LNG) production. Describe current landfill gas collection, control, and
recovery systems, including the quantity and capacity of gas flared and
otherwise recovered for beneficial use. Describe accomplishments to be
achieved from completing this grant project by listing measurable targets,
and/or objectives that must be met on the way to ensure success.
The landfill site chosen is clearly demonstrated as appropriate for the
grant project (8 points subtotal).
Proposal clearly describes goals and objectives which are in accordance
with the required outcome and program criteria (4 points subtotal).
Proposal explains and justifies measurable target(s) and methodology
(performance measures) to ensure the required outcome is achieved (3 points
subtotal).
- Work Plan (30 points total). Describe the proposed
landfill gas to LNG technology and system, including previous application
and market where this application can be replicated, and process flow
diagrams from collection to utilization, system efficiency, and the
collection and proper disposal of solid, semi-solid, and gaseous waste
process residuals. Create a specific list, schedule, and description of all
tasks necessary to complete the project. Each task must be itemized
separately and eligible for grant funds. Include preliminary or final
drawings and specifications that have been prepared for the project. Furnish
any engineering drawings preferably on 11 by 17 paper, but not on paper
larger than 24 by 36.
The technical tasks are clearly and logically presented in accordance
with the required outcome and program criteria, with appropriate logical and
discrete tasks, sequence of activities, products, deliverables, schedule,
and budget (20 points subtotal).
The project has a high likelihood of success based upon a sound work plan
(10 points subtotal).
- Evaluation Narrative (5 points). Include proposed
personnel as per organizational chart responsible for day-to-day management
of project activities and their qualifications, responsibilities, and
methods and standards for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the work.
Proposal includes project manager and team members with the technical
capabilities and experience that can successfully manage the project,
control cost, and maintain the schedule, and report results and
accomplishments in an effective manner.
- Budget (20 points total). Include detailed cost
breakdown per activity/tasks in the work plan, providing sufficient detail
for each task and activity and in accordance with Budget Forms (Attachment
C). Costs are broken down based on eligible CIWMB funding and identified
match funding and justified with respect to accuracy.
Proposed budget is adequately detailed and cost-effective relative to
proposed activities and outcomes which meet CIWMB project criteria (12
points subtotal).
Matching funds are clearly identified and explained to ensure project
will be adequately funded (8 points subtotal).
- Application Completeness, Letters of Support, Experience,
Etc. (5 points).
Proposal written clearly and succinctly and presented in
template form, and includes appropriate signatures and the following
documents and any other documents required by the application package:
- Application Cover Sheet Form;
- Authorizing Resolution (if public agency) or Letter of Authorization
for private entity;
- Abstract/Summary of Grant Project (one page);
- Preliminary or final drawings and specifications that have been
prepared for the project:
- Organizational Chart;
- Budget and Cost Estimates;
- Environmental Justice Certification Form;
- Reliable Contractor Certification Form;
- Recycled-Content Product Purchasing and Sustainable Practices
Evaluation Form;
- General Checklist of Business Permits, Licenses, and Filings Form;
and
- Written approval from landfill operator approving the grant project;
Proposal includes letters of support for the project from local
jurisdiction(s), cooperating businesses or organizations.
- Evidence of a Recycled-Content Purchasing Policy or Directive (15
points).
Provide evidence that a recycled-content policy or directive is in place or
evidence to show that a policy will be adopted during the application period
that requires the applicant to purchase recycled-content products, recycled or
reused products, such as re-refined oil, recycled-content paper, or use of
compost and mulch, and other green products or materials, or engages in other
waste reduction activities where appropriate and feasible.
Recycled-Content Purchasing Directive-is an administrative order, policy, or
memo instructing the purchase of recycled-content products.
Recycled-Content Purchasing Policy-is a policy of the applicant specifically
to purchase recycled-content products instead of non-recycled products whenever
price, quality, and availability are comparable.
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