Opportunity Information: Apply for NNH14ZHA001N MAA
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- The NASA Headquarters in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "EONS 2014 APPENDIX J MUREP AEROSPACE ACADEMY" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 43.008 Education.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 12, 2015 and posted on Mar 12, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 11, 2015 NNH14ZHA001N MAA Release Date March 6, 2015 Notice of Intent Due April 14, 2015 Proposals Due June 11, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $160,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 13 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Minority Serving Institutions
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Opportunity Summary:
The EONS 2014 Appendix J MUREP Aerospace Academy (MAA) opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number NNH14ZHA001N MAA) is a NASA Headquarters education solicitation that funds STEM engagement programs through cooperative agreements awarded specifically to accredited Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) in the United States. The intent is to strengthen and expand a long-term STEM pipeline by inspiring, engaging, and educating learners in ways that steadily increase challenge and deepen commitment to STEM study and careers. NASA frames the program as part of its broader Office of Education mission to advance high-quality STEM education, with a particular emphasis on instructional approaches that actively involve students, since hands-on and participatory learning is linked to better skill development, stronger retention of knowledge, more positive attitudes about STEM, and increased persistence in STEM pathways.
Awards are structured as cooperative agreements, meaning NASA expects meaningful involvement during the project rather than a hands-off grant relationship. Projects can run for up to three years, and the solicitation anticipated making about 13 awards. The maximum award amount listed is $160,000 (award ceiling). The opportunity falls under CFDA 43.008 (Education) and does not require cost sharing or matching funds, which can reduce barriers for institutions trying to build or expand programming.
Programmatically, MAA is designed to improve STEM literacy and broaden participation by engaging not only students but also families and teachers, using emerging technologies as a key tool for engagement. A core expectation is that the educational experiences are built around a STEM curriculum that meets national science, technology, engineering, and mathematics standards and is aligned with NASA mission directorates, reinforcing a clear connection between student activities and real NASA-related themes and career areas. The stated objectives focus on increasing interest in NASA-specific STEM careers among historically underserved and underrepresented students, equipping parents and caregivers with practical skills to support their children in STEM, and building community-connected programming by involving external partners such as community groups, businesses, industry, museums, and educational or professional organizations. Typical engagement mechanisms referenced include mentoring, field trips, guest speakers, and other structured MAA activities that put students in contact with STEM professionals and authentic STEM environments. The solicitation also emphasizes participatory learning models, including hands-on activities, research experiences, use of advanced technology, peer support groups, and sustained mentoring relationships.
Eligibility is limited to accredited MSIs in the United States, and the notice directs applicants to Appendix J Section 3 for detailed eligibility rules. Beyond institutional eligibility, NASA highlights several registrations and identifiers that must be in place by the proposal due date: a DUNS number, an active SAM registration (formerly CCR), a CAGE code, and registration in NASA’s NSPIRES system. NSPIRES registration is not just for the prime applicant; it also applies to any proposed subawardees or subcontractors and to all key participants such as principal investigators and co-investigators. NASA underscores that proposals must be submitted electronically by an authorized organizational representative, and that NSPIRES must identify the authorized representative(s) who will submit on the organization’s behalf. Proposals may be submitted through NSPIRES directly or via Grants.gov, but submissions through Grants.gov still require the organization to be registered in both Grants.gov and NSPIRES.
The timeline included a release date of March 6, 2015, a Notice of Intent due April 14, 2015, and a proposal deadline of June 11, 2015, with the opportunity later archived on March 12, 2016. NASA also encourages applicants to submit written questions to NASAMAA@nasaprs.com no later than 10 business days before the proposal deadline to allow time for responses. Because NASA may post updates, clarifications, FAQs, or formal amendments prior to the deadline, applicants are responsible for monitoring NSPIRES (http://nspires.nasaprs.com) regularly for changes. For access issues or support, the notice lists Darlene Walker at NASAMAA@nasaprs.com and NSPIRES help via NAIS Support at nais.support@nasa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - NASA MUREP Aerospace Academy (MAA) (NNH14ZHA001N MAA)
1) What is the MUREP Aerospace Academy (MAA) opportunity?
The MUREP Aerospace Academy (MAA) opportunity is a NASA Headquarters education solicitation that funds STEM engagement programs through cooperative agreements. The program is intended to strengthen and expand a long-term STEM pipeline by inspiring, engaging, and educating learners with experiences that steadily increase challenge and deepen commitment to STEM study and careers.
2) What is the funding opportunity number for this solicitation?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NNH14ZHA001N MAA (EONS 2014 Appendix J MUREP Aerospace Academy).
3) What type of award does NASA make under this opportunity?
NASA makes awards as cooperative agreements. This means NASA expects meaningful involvement during the project, rather than a hands-off relationship typical of some grants.
4) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to accredited Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) in the United States. The notice points applicants to Appendix J Section 3 for detailed eligibility rules.
5) What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The opportunity falls under CFDA 43.008 (Education).
6) Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The solicitation states that cost sharing or matching funds are not required.
7) How long can a project run?
Projects can run for up to three years.
8) How many awards did NASA anticipate making?
The solicitation anticipated making about 13 awards.
9) What is the maximum award amount?
The maximum award amount listed (award ceiling) is $160,000.
10) What is the overall intent of the MAA program?
The program aims to improve STEM literacy and broaden participation by inspiring and engaging learners, with an emphasis on approaches that actively involve students. NASA highlights hands-on and participatory learning as linked to better skill development, stronger retention of knowledge, more positive attitudes about STEM, and increased persistence in STEM pathways.
11) Who should the programming engage (beyond students)?
The MAA design emphasizes engagement of students, families, and teachers. The solicitation also stresses building community-connected programming through external partners.
12) Are emerging technologies part of the expected approach?
Yes. The opportunity describes emerging technologies as a key tool for engagement.
13) What curriculum expectations are included?
A core expectation is that educational experiences are built around a STEM curriculum that meets national science, technology, engineering, and mathematics standards and is aligned with NASA mission directorates. Activities should clearly connect to NASA-related themes and career areas.
14) What are the stated objectives for MAA?
The objectives described include: increasing interest in NASA-specific STEM careers among historically underserved and underrepresented students; equipping parents and caregivers with practical skills to support their children in STEM; and building community-connected programming by involving external partners such as community groups, businesses, industry, museums, and educational or professional organizations.
15) What types of activities does NASA reference as typical engagement mechanisms?
The solicitation references mentoring, field trips, guest speakers, and other structured MAA activities that connect students with STEM professionals and authentic STEM environments.
16) What participatory learning models are emphasized?
NASA emphasizes participatory learning models including hands-on activities, research experiences, use of advanced technology, peer support groups, and sustained mentoring relationships.
17) What registrations or identifiers must be in place by the proposal due date?
The notice highlights that applicants must have: a DUNS number; an active SAM registration (formerly CCR); a CAGE code; and registration in NASA’s NSPIRES system.
18) Who must be registered in NSPIRES?
NSPIRES registration applies to the prime applicant organization and also to any proposed subawardees or subcontractors. It also applies to all key participants such as principal investigators and co-investigators.
19) Who is allowed to submit the proposal?
Proposals must be submitted electronically by an authorized organizational representative. NSPIRES must identify the authorized representative(s) who will submit on the organization’s behalf.
20) How can proposals be submitted?
Proposals may be submitted through NSPIRES directly or via Grants.gov. However, submissions through Grants.gov still require the organization to be registered in both Grants.gov and NSPIRES.
21) What were the key dates listed in the notice?
The timeline included: release date March 6, 2015; Notice of Intent due April 14, 2015; proposal deadline June 11, 2015; and the opportunity was later archived on March 12, 2016.
22) Is a Notice of Intent (NOI) mentioned?
Yes. The notice listed a Notice of Intent due date of April 14, 2015.
23) When should applicants submit questions, and where?
NASA encourages applicants to submit written questions to NASAMAA@nasaprs.com no later than 10 business days before the proposal deadline to allow time for responses.
24) Where should applicants look for updates, clarifications, FAQs, or amendments?
Applicants are responsible for monitoring NSPIRES regularly for changes. The notice indicates NASA may post updates, clarifications, FAQs, or formal amendments prior to the deadline. The NSPIRES site listed is http://nspires.nasaprs.com.
25) Who can be contacted for access issues or help?
For access issues or support, the notice lists Darlene Walker at NASAMAA@nasaprs.com and NSPIRES help via NAIS Support at nais.support@nasa.gov.
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