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About this Conservation Program
News & Updates
- Explore the conservation district projects that were implemented in 2024 for the cultivation phase of RPPP.
Limited maintenance funds now open for conservation districts:
- Funding is open to Washington Conservation Districts to support the maintenance of plants at existing holding sites previously funded by RPPP.
- Applications are due October 4, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
- View the RPPP Limited Grant Application.
Competitive solicitation now open:
- Solicitation open now for nurseries interested in propagating native riparian trees/shrubs. Submission deadline is September 23, 2024.
- SCC is seeking nurseries to participate in a contract to propagate native trees and shrubs for riparian restoration projects. Selected nurseries will start propagation in October 2024 with deliverables due by June 30, 2026. Contracts may be extended for up to two additional one-year terms if needed to accommodate longer propagation times and align with the typical planting season delivery schedule for fall 2026/spring 2027.
- To participate, nurseries must be registered in the Washington’s Electronic Business Solution (WEBS). For full details on the solicitation, visit: WEBS Solicitation Documents.
What is RPPP?
The Riparian Plant Propagation Program (RPPP) – A tree-mendous initiative that supports habitat restoration for salmon-bearing streams and the many co-benefits riparian habitat provides. This program is designed to increase the availability of native trees and shrubs for riparian habitat restoration in support of statewide salmon recovery.
By coordinating with nurseries and restoration groups, including conservation districts, RPPP will help increase native trees and shrubs available for planting by:
- Determining the numbers and species of native plants needed
- Coordinating seasonal propagation schedules
- Providing financial support for increased native plant nursery stock
- Matching plants with riparian restoration projects
- Building community through outreach, education, and potential engagement opportunities
The RPPP program will be implemented through 3 phases: propagation, cultivation, and restoration.
- Propagation: Working with nurseries to increase the propagation of native trees and shrubs to be provided to districts and other restoration projects. SCC plans to achieve this through 2-4 year contract grows, which allows for long-term planning and procurement of difficult-to-source species.
- Cultivation: Annual funding to support conservation districts. This part of the program supports the creation of new holding sites, expansion of existing holding sites, and purchase of plants that are ready within the fiscal year. Plants that are held 2-3 years have a greater chance of survival once planted and the holding sites may be used as a space for nursery overflow.
- Restoration: Matching locally grown plants with restoration groups to be implemented in riparian habitat projects. This can include districts, non-profit organizations, state/federal agencies, tribes, counties, etc.
Learn more about RPPP: Webinars
Q&A Webinar - Feb. 2023
SCC staff provide an introduction to RPPP and goals, what types of projects eligible for funding, funding rounds and timing, and what information is helpful to gather from CDs, restoration groups, and nurseries to help shape this work.
Plant Needs Form Q&A - May 2024
To gather information about the projected plant requirements, a Plant Needs Form has been made available for districts and other restoration groups. This form will aid SCC in determining the expected quantity and species of native trees and shrubs needed for riparian restoration endeavors commencing in the fall of 2026.
Request for Applications Q&A Webinar - July 2024
SCC hosted this Request for Applications Q&A Session for fiscal year 2025.
Program News
Staff & Contact
Files & Publications
Funding
Limited maintenance funding now open!
Submission Deadline: October 4, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
Funding is open to Washington Conservation Districts to support the maintenance of plants at existing holding sites previously funded by RPPP.
Districts may request up to a maximum amount of $10,000 and deliverables must be completed by the end of the fiscal year, June 30, 2025.
Eligible activities for this round of funding includes:
- Labor for plant maintenance.
- Repairs to infrastructure essential for plant survival.
- Up to $300 monthly for utilities related to plant care.
- Materials and supplies.
The award selection process will be guided by the following criteria:
- Preference will be given to districts who that have not yet received maintenance funding for FY25.
- The proposal explains in detail how funds will be used for maintenance of existing plants at the cultivation site.
- The district’s long-term capacity to maintain plant cultivation for restoration projects.
- Ability to spend, install, and have deliverables completed by June 30, 2025.
Solicitation open now for nurseries interested in propagating native riparian trees/shrubs
Submission Deadline: September 23, 2024
SCC is seeking nurseries to participate in a contract to propagate native trees and shrubs for riparian restoration projects. Selected nurseries will start propagation in October 2024 with deliverables due by June 30, 2026.
Contracts may be extended for up to two additional one-year terms if needed to accommodate longer propagation times and align with the typical planting season delivery schedule for fall 2026/spring 2027.
To participate, nurseries must be registered in the Washington’s Electronic Business Solution (WEBS). For full details on the solicitation, visit: WEBS Solicitation Documents.
For questions about the program, contact B’Elanna Rhodehamel at brhodehamel@scc.wa.gov.
For procurement inquiries, contact Alexander Kenesson at DESProcurementConsulting@des.wa.gov.
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