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Opportunity Summary:

The Measurement Science and Engineering (MSE) Research Grant Programs opportunity is a National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) funding announcement for FY2013 that supports research and development tied to measurement science, standards, and related engineering and technology areas. NIST is seeking proposals that align with the mission and technical needs of multiple NIST organizations, specifically the Material Measurement Laboratory (MML), Physical Measurement Laboratory (PML), Engineering Laboratory (EL), Information Technology Laboratory (ITL), the NIST Center for Neutron Research (NCNR), the Center for Nanoscale Science and Technology (CNST), the Office of Special Programs (OSP), and the Associate Director for Laboratory Programs (ADLP). The overall intent is to fund projects that strengthen the underlying measurement capabilities, tools, methods, data, and reference resources that U.S. industry, government, and the research community rely on.

This opportunity is categorized as discretionary federal assistance, and NIST plans to make awards as grants and/or cooperative agreements. The funding activity category is Science and Technology and other Research and Development, and the listing falls under CFDA 11.609 (Measurement and Engineering Research and Standards). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated, which generally means applicants are not obligated to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of receiving an award (though applicants may still propose leveraged resources if that strengthens the project).

A key feature of this announcement is its rolling or continuing submission and review structure for most participating programs. For the majority of the NIST MSE programs, proposals are accepted and considered on an ongoing basis rather than under a single fixed deadline. The notice indicates that proposals received after 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on June 3, 2013 could still be processed and considered, either in the current fiscal year or the following fiscal year, depending on the availability of funds. The overall opportunity closing date is listed as February 25, 2014, reflecting that NIST intended to keep the announcement open for an extended period while continuing to evaluate proposals as they arrived.

The Engineering Laboratory (EL) component is handled somewhat differently and has a more structured set of review windows. The primary deadline for EL applications is Friday, March 1, 2013. Even after that primary deadline, EL continues to accept applications on a rolling basis during the current and next fiscal year. If there are residual funds available, NIST indicates it will process and consider EL applications received by May 1, 2013. A later review may occur (if funds are available) for applications received by October 15, 2013. After October 15, 2013, applications are expected to be held for consideration under the next annual MSE funding opportunity rather than reviewed immediately under this one. The announcement also distinguishes between electronic and paper submission timing: electronic applications must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date, while paper applications must be received by NIST by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.

Eligibility is broad and includes a wide range of domestic and international entities. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, hospitals, nonprofit organizations, commercial (for-profit) organizations, and state, local, and Indian tribal governments. The eligibility language also explicitly includes foreign governments, organizations under the jurisdiction of foreign governments, and international organizations, which is not always the case in federal research competitions and signals that NIST is open to certain international participation when appropriate. The announcement notes that applicants selected for awards under 15 U.S.C. 278g-1 are encouraged, but not required, to select underrepresented minorities for participation, reflecting a preference for inclusive participation and workforce development without imposing it as a formal requirement.

For applicants trying to decide whether this opportunity is a fit, the practical takeaway is that NIST is looking for research proposals that contribute to measurement science and engineering priorities across several specialized labs and centers, ranging from materials and physical measurements to information technology, neutron research, and nanoscale science. Because awards may be made as cooperative agreements as well as grants, some projects may involve a higher level of programmatic involvement by NIST staff compared with a standard grant, depending on the specific project and program expectations described in the full announcement. Anyone needing the complete technical scope, topic areas, evaluation criteria, and the EL-specific review process would need to consult the full Funding Opportunity Announcement referenced by the additional information link.

The opportunity was posted and created on January 29, 2013, under Funding Opportunity Number 2013 NIST MSE 01, with an original and current closing date of February 25, 2014. For assistance accessing the full announcement, the listed contact is Christopher Hunton, Grants Technical Assistant, at 301-975-5718.

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