Opportunity Information: Apply for W911NF 13 R 0008
Apply for W911NF 13 R 0008
- The Dept of the Army Materiel Command in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Department of Defense (DoD) Research and Education Program for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions (HBCU/MI) Equipment/Instrumentation" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 12.630 Basic, Applied, and Advanced Research in Science and Engineering.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 30, 2013 and posted on May 23, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 26, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $25,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $500,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- This program is set aside for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions(HBCU/MI). For more information, see page 5 of the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA).
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2013 Department of Defense (DoD) Research and Education Program for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions (HBCU/MI) Equipment/Instrumentation opportunity is a discretionary grant competition set aside specifically for eligible HBCUs and MSIs. Released by the Department of the Army, Materiel Command, under Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Funding Opportunity Number W911NF 13 R 0008, the program is intended to strengthen institutional research capacity and bolster STEM education environments at HBCU/MI campuses. At its core, the DoD is using this solicitation to help these institutions build, modernize, or expand the technical infrastructure needed to perform research aligned with DoD interests.
The main purpose of the funding is to support the purchase and acquisition of research equipment and instrumentation that will either augment existing capabilities or enable entirely new capabilities in relevant technical areas. The scope is broad and can include both foundational laboratory equipment used for research and education and more advanced, specialized instrumentation, including associated software when needed. The emphasis is on tangible capability-building: applicants are expected to justify how the requested equipment will materially improve what the institution can do scientifically or technically, particularly in areas connected to DoD research priorities.
A key program condition is that funds from this BAA cannot be used for direct student support (for example, stipends, scholarships, or similar costs). Even so, the DoD makes student engagement a required part of the proposal narrative. Applicants must explain how the equipment purchase will increase or improve student participation in research and how it supports the broader goal of attracting and preparing students for STEM career pathways. In practical terms, proposals should connect the equipment to hands-on learning, research training opportunities, lab access, course integration, undergraduate research experiences, or other concrete ways students will benefit academically and professionally, without charging student support costs to the award.
Funding details indicate an estimated total program amount of $25,000,000, with individual awards expected to range from a $50,000 floor to a $500,000 ceiling. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement listed. The program is associated with CFDA number 12.630, Basic, Applied, and Advanced Research in Science and Engineering, reflecting its placement within the DoD research and development portfolio.
Applications were required to be submitted through Grants.gov, with proposals due by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 26, 2013 (noting that an earlier original closing date was listed as August 9, 2013, but the current closing date was July 26, 2013). The full BAA, including detailed eligibility language, required proposal format, and submission instructions, was made available both on the Army Research Laboratory website and within the Grants.gov posting. Eligibility is limited to HBCU/MI institutions as defined in the announcement, with applicants directed to consult page 5 of the BAA for specific eligibility clarification.
For administrative or access issues related to the full announcement, the point of contact listed was Ernie Dixon (919-549-4270, ernest.dixon2.civ@mail.mil).
FAQs: FY 2013 DoD HBCU/MI Equipment/Instrumentation (W911NF 13 R 0008)
What is this grant opportunity?
This is the FY 2013 Department of Defense (DoD) Research and Education Program for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions (HBCU/MI) Equipment/Instrumentation competition. It is a discretionary grant opportunity released by the Department of the Army, Materiel Command under Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Funding Opportunity Number W911NF 13 R 0008.
Who is offering and administering the opportunity?
The opportunity was released by the Department of the Army, Materiel Command. The full BAA was made available via the Army Research Laboratory website and the Grants.gov posting.
What is the main goal of the program?
The program is intended to strengthen institutional research capacity and bolster STEM education environments at HBCU/MI campuses by helping institutions build, modernize, or expand technical infrastructure needed to perform research aligned with DoD interests.
What types of costs does the funding support?
The funding supports the purchase and acquisition of research equipment and instrumentation that augments existing capabilities or enables new capabilities in relevant technical areas. The scope can include foundational laboratory equipment and more specialized instrumentation, including associated software when needed.
What is the emphasis of the proposal?
The emphasis is on tangible capability-building. Applicants are expected to justify how the requested equipment will materially improve what the institution can do scientifically or technically, particularly in areas connected to DoD research priorities.
Are student stipends or scholarships allowable costs under this BAA?
No. Funds from this BAA cannot be used for direct student support, such as stipends, scholarships, or similar costs.
If student support costs are not allowed, why does the program mention students?
Even though direct student support costs are not allowable, student engagement is a required part of the proposal narrative. Applicants must explain how the equipment purchase will increase or improve student participation in research and how it supports attracting and preparing students for STEM career pathways.
What are examples of acceptable ways to describe student engagement (without charging student support to the award)?
Based on the announcement, proposals should connect the equipment to concrete benefits like hands-on learning, research training opportunities, lab access, course integration, undergraduate research experiences, or other ways students will benefit academically and professionally, without including direct student support costs in the budget.
How much funding is available in total?
The estimated total program amount is $25,000,000.
What is the expected award size?
Individual awards are expected to range from $50,000 (floor) to $500,000 (ceiling).
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed in the information provided.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The program is associated with CFDA 12.630, Basic, Applied, and Advanced Research in Science and Engineering.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to HBCU/MI institutions as defined in the announcement. Applicants were directed to consult page 5 of the BAA for specific eligibility clarification.
Where was the full announcement posted?
The full BAA (including eligibility language, required proposal format, and submission instructions) was made available on the Army Research Laboratory website and within the Grants.gov posting.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications were required to be submitted through Grants.gov.
What was the application deadline?
Proposals were due by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 26, 2013. The information also notes that an earlier original closing date had been listed as August 9, 2013, but the current closing date was July 26, 2013.
What is the deadline time zone and exact time?
The deadline was 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
What is this funding expected to help institutions do, in practical terms?
In practical terms, the solicitation is designed to help eligible HBCU/MI institutions build or upgrade the equipment and instrumentation needed for DoD-relevant research and to strengthen STEM learning environments by improving laboratory and research capabilities that support student participation in research.
Who is the point of contact for administrative or access issues related to the full announcement?
The listed point of contact for administrative or access issues was Ernie Dixon, 919-549-4270, ernest.dixon2.civ@mail.mil.
What should applicants do if they need detailed eligibility language, proposal format requirements, or submission instructions?
Applicants should refer to the full BAA available through the Army Research Laboratory website and the Grants.gov posting, since those sources contain the detailed eligibility language, required proposal format, and submission instructions.
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