RCDTC SWEEP APPLICATION

SWEEP BLOCK GRANT PILOT PROGRAM

RCD OF TEHAMA COUNTY APPLICATION
Application ID # (Text)
Application ID #
Please complete all questions and upload all required documents
SECTION 1: APPLICANT INFORMATION

Provide details about the applicant including the name of the agricultural operation and the personal contact information for the individual affiliated with the agricultural operation. This must be the organization or person who would, if awarded, receive the grant and sign a grant agreement with CDFA.
What type of ID number will be used? (SSN or FEIN)*

SSNFEIN
Applicant's SSN #*
Applicants need to provide their tax identification number in the form of either their SSN or FEIN number for an agreement to be setup with an awarded entity. As a reminder, an organization/individual can only apply one time per funding cycle for an award. Entities that apply more than once will be automatically disqualified. RCDTC will not be gathering information about income or tax returns, but in order to establish a grant with an agricultural operation, RCDTC requires applicants to provide either the last four digits of the individual's SSN or the Federal Employer Identification Number.
Applicant's FEIN #*
Applicants need to provide their tax identification number in the form of either their SSN or FEIN number for an agreement to be setup with an awarded entity. As a reminder, an organization/individual can only apply one time per funding cycle for an award. Entities that apply more than once will be automatically disqualified. RCDTC will not be gathering information about income or tax returns, but in order to establish a grant with an agricultural operation, RCDTC require applicants to provide either the last four digits of the individual's SSN or the Federal Employer Identification Number.
Name of agricultural operation applying for a SWEEP grant*
Full legal name/ Business Name that matches the ID number listed*

First Name/ Business Name Last Name (Put N/A if Business)
Total size of the agricultural operation (acres)*
Full name of primary contact person - This is the person who would sign a grant agreement if the project is selected for funding *

First Name/ Business Name Last Name (Put N/A if Business)
Physical mailing address, city, state and zip code (applicants outside the state of California will be disqualified)*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province must be in CA

Postal / Zip Code
Primary contact's office phone number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Primary contact's cell phone number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Primary contact's email address*
example@example.com
Is the primary contact the same individual who will be the day-to-day contact and/or project manager?*

YesNo
If the primary contact is different from the project manager, list the alternate contact.*

First NameLast Name
Alternative contact's office phone number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Alternative contact's cell phone number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Alternative contact's email address*
example@example.com
What is the roll of the alternative contact?*
List any additional contact names and contact information, if none put "none"*
Does the applicant belong to a socially disadvantaged group? “Socially disadvantaged group” means a group whose members have been subjected to racial, ethnic, or gender prejudice because of their identity as members of a group without regard to their individual qualities. The Farmer Equity Act of 2017 identifies the following as socially disadvantaged groups: African Americans; Native Indians; Alaskan Natives; Hispanics; Asian Americans; and Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.*

YesNo
If "yes," select which group the applicant identifies with: *
Has the agriculture operation received a SWEEP award in the past?*

YesNo
If "Yes," provide the SWEEP Agreement Number(s)and corresponding Assessor’s Parcel Number(s) of where each of the project(s)were implemented. (ex. SWE50xxx, or 17-0xxx-000)*
Representative GPS Coordinate *
Provide details about the property location(s) where the proposed project will be implemented.
What is the Assessor's Parcel Number(s) (APN)?*
What county will the proposed SWEEP project be implemented in? Projects outside of Tehama or Southern Shasta County will not be accepted. *
Address, city and zip code or nearest cross streets of project site location(s)*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Use this box to add more addresses if there are more project site locations
SECTION II: PROJECT OVERVIEW
Project Title*
Provide a concise project description. *
The project description should summarize the main pre and post project components, crop and acreage, and relevant pump HP and energy conversions. Description should be written in third person and highlight upgrades.
How many acres will be impacted by the proposed SWEEP project?*
What is the crop type?*
Is the project acreage undergoing a crop conversion?*

YesNo
If "yes," list the future crop and corresponding acreage.*
SECTION III: IRRIGATION SYSTEM & PRACTICE
Describe in detail the CURRENT water use system and the associated energy sources. *
At a minimum, applicants should address the irrigation type, irrigation management practices, and issues or problems associated with the current system.
Describe in detail any CHANGES to the current water use system and the associated energy sources. *
Applicants should address how proposed changes will address any issues or problems associated with the current system.
Indicate if the property location(s) water source is surface water (i.e., water delivered to the property) or groundwater pumped from on-farm wells. If the property utilizes both surface water and groundwater, provide an estimate of the percentage from both sources (example: surface water 50%, groundwater 50%).*
Is current water use from all sources measured either on farm or by the water supplier (e.g., with a flow meter)? Please explain.*
SECTION IV: PROJECT TYPES

The questions in Section IV apply to the SWEEP project types for which the applicant is applying.
Project Types: Address all applicable project types and provide an explanation for all types selected. Only indicate project types that are being incorporated as part of the project. Do not indicate a project type if it is already the current practice at the project site.
Water Conservation
Weather, soil, plant, or flow based sensors for irrigation scheduling*

YesNo
Summarize the proposed irrigation water management changes.*
Examples include soil moisture or plant sensors (NRCS Conservation Practice Standard 449) with electronic data output or electronic weather station linked to irrigation controller for growers to ensure efficient irrigation scheduling.
Installing flow meters on all projects is required unless they are already in use and in working condition. Will a flow meter be installed? If so, how many? Please describe*
Will soil moisture monitoring equipment be installed as part of this project? If yes, describe all equipment being proposed and how it will be used.*
Will any ET/weather stations be installed as part of this project? If yes, describe the type of equipment and how it will be used.*
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction

The conversion of a fossil fuel pump to solar, wind, electric, or natural gas resulting in a reduction of GHG emissions. Renewable energy, including solar, installations that power irrigation systems are eligible.
Fuel conversion?*

YesNo
Summarize any proposed fuel conversions. *
Describe conversion from one energy source to another and/or adding solar to existing system.
Are you installing solar or other forms of renewable energy?*

YesNo
What is the kW capacity of the system that is proposed? *
Note: use the kW capacity and not the yearly kWh anticipated generation.
Summarize the proposed energy efficiency improvements.*
Improved energy efficiency of pumps and variable frequency drives (VFD). Examples include retrofitting or replacing pumps and the use of variable frequency drives to reduce energy use and match pump flow to load requirements. NRCS Conservation Practice Standard 372 or 533 may apply.
Will a variable frequency drive (VFD) be installed as part of the proposed project? If so, how many and what is the horsepower?*
Water Use Savings Improvements

The conversion of inefficient irrigation to methods or systems with high Distribution Uniformity (DU). Improving delivery pipelines between water sources and the irrigation system, reducing system pressures, replacing or retrofitting old/worn systems.
Summarize the proposed low pressure system improvements.*
Converting to a lower pressure system. Use of low pressure irrigation systems to reduce pumping and energy use. For example, the conversion of a high pressure sprinkler system to a low pressure micro-irrigation system or lower pressure sprinkler system. NRCS Conservation Practice 441 or 442.
Summarize other management practices and items not detailed in previous categories.*
Reduced pumping through water savings strategies, for example, improved irrigation scheduling may lead to reduced pump operation times. Incorporating the use of integrated weed management (IWM) strategies.
Summarize the proposed improvements that result in reduced pumping.*
Explain in detail any other changes to the irrigation system.*
Describe pipe replacement, interconnecting pumps or any other details associated with the irrigation system not addressed in previous questions.
Are there any anticipated permits that are needed to complete the proposed project? If so please explain.*
SECTION V: Attachments

Attachments are required! Please read each question in detail and provide attachments as needed in the proper locations with the correct labels.
Once the Project Assessment Tool (PAT) is completed, it will generate three files named, Report, Map and Project File. Upload all three here and name the files as follows: Application ID # - PAT map (example: 12345678-PATmap); Application ID # - PAT report (example: 12345678-PATreport); Application ID # - PAT project file (example: 12345678-PATprojectfile).*

The PAT can be located at the following website, https://calirrigationtool-sweep.com/user/Map
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Project design map. Attach the project map and name file as follows: Application ID # - projectmap (example: 12345678-projectmap).*

The map produced in the Project Assessment Tool (PAT) can be used as a base layer to create a project map. This map needs to include the locations of all components associated with the project that will include, newly added or replaced components.
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Attach The Project's Budget Worksheet. Please name file as follows: Application ID # - Budget (example: 12345678-Budget).*

The budget must have parts and labor
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Attach Energy Document (at least one years’ worth of energy and/or fuel usage). Please combine files into single document! Please name file as follows: Application ID # - Energydoc. (example: 12345678-Energydoc).*

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Were operational logs included in the GHG calculations?*

YesNo
If "yes," explain how those logs were maintained and how data was collected on farm below. *
Note: If field operational logs were used, the logs MUST be attached as supporting documentation. Attach Operational Logs below. Please combine operational log files into single document! Name file as follows: Application ID # - Operationallog. (example: 12345678-Operationallog).*

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Pump test(s). Attach The pump tests and name file as follows: Application ID # - pumptest (example: 12345678-pumptest).*

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Quotes for all components. Attach all quotes and name file as follows: Application ID # - quote[component] (examples: 12345678-quotesolar ; 12345678-quotepumps ; 12345678-quoteirrigationssystem ; 12345678-quoteVFDs ; 12345678-monitoringequipment).*

Quotes for all system components are required, solar, irrigation system, pumps, VFDs, monitoring equipment...
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The maximum grant duration for a proposed project is 18 months. Grant funds cannot be expended before the project start date and before a grant agreement has been fully executed. Does the applicant acknowledge that the project will be completed within the grant term?*

YesNo
Would you be willing to have your project highlighted/showcased on RCDTC's website or other outreach materials?*

YesNo
Will the applicant agree to take irrigation training as part of the grant agreement? Training will need to be completed within the grant term.*

YesNo
Did the applicant receive any technical assistance in completing the application?*

YesNo
What organization provided the majority of assistance?*
RCDTC will limit applicants to submitting one application to this solicitation. Does the applicant acknowledge that they have applied only once?*

YesNo
I hereby certify that the information is true, accurate and correct to the best of my knowledge. A true statement, made under the penalties of perjury.

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Please verify that you are human*
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SWEEP BLOCK GRANT PILOT PROGRAM

Please complete all questions and upload all required documents

SECTION 1: APPLICANT INFORMATION

Provide details about the property location(s) where the proposed project will be implemented.

SECTION II: PROJECT OVERVIEW

SECTION III: IRRIGATION SYSTEM & PRACTICE

SECTION IV: PROJECT TYPES

Water Conservation

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction

Water Use Savings Improvements

SECTION V: Attachments