Joint Funding Agreement (JFA) at
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Authority
- USGS policy and procedures for JFAs are set forth in Survey Manual Chapter 500.1 (Appendix B)
Description
- A Joint Funding Agreement (JFA) permits a DOI Bureau to enter into cooperative programs with, and at the request of, state, local, or regional agencies; American Indian/Alaska Native governments; or other entities having taxing authority (or public institutions that are integral parts of such entities), either formally or informally, whenever it is mutually advantageous and feasible.
Features/Characteristics
- These agreements require cost sharing by the DOI Bureau and partner organization and cannot be used with private companies.
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