Opportunity Information: Apply for HM1582 10 BAA 0002
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- The National Geospatial Intelligence Agency in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "National Geospatial Intelligence Agency 2010 University Research Initiatives (NURI)" 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 Apr 9, 2010 and posted on Mar 23, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 14, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $3,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $3,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 4 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (NGA) 2010 University Research Initiatives (NURI) opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number HM1582 10 BAA 0002) is a discretionary, grant-based research funding program in the Science and Technology and other Research and Development category. It is tied to CFDA 12.630, which covers basic, applied, and advanced research in science and engineering. The program was posted on March 23, 2010, with an application closing date of May 14, 2010, and an archive date of June 13, 2010. NGA anticipated making about four awards, with an estimated total funding level of up to $3,000,000. Individual awards were expected to fall between an award floor of $300,000 and an award ceiling of $3,000,000. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement indicated for applicants.
Eligibility was limited to academic institutions of higher education, specifically both private institutions of higher education and public/state-controlled institutions of higher education. This makes the opportunity clearly oriented toward university-led research efforts that align with NGA mission needs, structured through the agency's Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) process referenced in the materials.
A notable compliance requirement emphasized in the excerpt is the "Academic Institution Acknowledgement Letter" (section 4.2.8). NGA requires a formal, signed letter on official university letterhead from a top institutional officer: the President, Vice President, Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, or Provost. The purpose of this letter is to confirm that the signer is the responsible institutional official with authority to approve the contractual relationship between NGA and the university. The letter must explicitly state that the signatory is aware of NGA's proposed contractual relationship with the institution under BAA HM1582 10 BAA 0002 and that this relationship is approved by the undersigned in their official capacity. This is not presented as a minor administrative item; it is a condition of award consideration. The letter must be submitted as part of the cost proposal through Grants.gov and received by NGA, and NGA indicates that it is required for a final award decision to be made.
For applicants, the practical takeaway is that beyond the technical and scientific components of the proposal, NGA expects clear institutional-level authorization documented in writing by senior leadership. This requirement helps ensure that the university has formally endorsed the relationship and is prepared to enter into and support the agreement if selected. Applicants who fail to include this signed acknowledgement letter with the cost proposal submission risk being unable to receive a final award decision, regardless of the quality of the technical proposal.
For questions or issues accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact is James Troutman, Grants Officer, at 703-264-2173 or ACTgrants@nga.mil.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the NGA 2010 University Research Initiatives (NURI) opportunity?
The NGA 2010 University Research Initiatives (NURI) is a discretionary, grant-based research funding opportunity offered by the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). It falls under the Science and Technology and other Research and Development category and is conducted through NGA's Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) process.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number is HM1582 10 BAA 0002.
What CFDA program is associated with this opportunity, and what does it cover?
This opportunity is tied to CFDA 12.630. The CFDA description covers basic, applied, and advanced research in science and engineering.
When was the opportunity posted, and what were the key dates?
The opportunity was posted on March 23, 2010. The application closing date was May 14, 2010, and the archive date was June 13, 2010.
How many awards did NGA expect to make?
NGA anticipated making about four awards.
What was the estimated total funding level?
The estimated total funding level was up to $3,000,000.
What was the expected award size range (floor and ceiling)?
Individual awards were expected to range from an award floor of $300,000 to an award ceiling of $3,000,000.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement was indicated for applicants.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to academic institutions of higher education. Specifically, both private institutions of higher education and public/state-controlled institutions of higher education were eligible.
Is this opportunity intended for university-led research?
Yes. Based on the stated eligibility and the NURI framing, the opportunity is oriented toward university-led research efforts that align with NGA mission needs and are submitted under NGA's BAA process.
What is the "Academic Institution Acknowledgement Letter" requirement?
NGA requires an "Academic Institution Acknowledgement Letter" (referenced as section 4.2.8). This is a formal, signed letter on official university letterhead confirming institutional authorization for the proposed contractual relationship between NGA and the university under BAA HM1582 10 BAA 0002.
Who must sign the Academic Institution Acknowledgement Letter?
The letter must be signed by a top institutional officer: the President, Vice President, Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, or Provost.
What must the Academic Institution Acknowledgement Letter explicitly state?
The letter must explicitly state that the signatory is the responsible institutional official with authority to approve the contractual relationship between NGA and the university. It must also state that the signatory is aware of NGA's proposed contractual relationship with the institution under BAA HM1582 10 BAA 0002 and that the relationship is approved by the undersigned in their official capacity.
Why is the Academic Institution Acknowledgement Letter important?
It is described as a condition of award consideration rather than a minor administrative item. NGA indicates it is required for a final award decision to be made.
When and how must the Academic Institution Acknowledgement Letter be submitted?
The letter must be submitted as part of the cost proposal through Grants.gov and received by NGA.
What happens if an applicant does not include the signed acknowledgement letter?
Applicants who fail to include the signed acknowledgement letter with the cost proposal submission risk being unable to receive a final award decision, regardless of the quality of the technical proposal.
Does the excerpt indicate any other major compliance takeaway for applicants?
Yes. Beyond the technical and scientific proposal content, NGA expects clear, institution-level authorization documented in writing by senior leadership, demonstrating the university has formally endorsed the relationship and is prepared to enter into and support the agreement if selected.
Who is the point of contact for questions or issues accessing the full announcement?
The listed point of contact is James Troutman, Grants Officer.
How can the point of contact be reached?
Phone: 703-264-2173. Email: ACTgrants@nga.mil.
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