Opportunity Information: Apply for NIJ 2011 2826
Apply for NIJ 2011 2826
- The National Institute of Justice in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Research and Evaluation in Crime Control and Prevention" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.560 National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 17, 2010 and posted on Dec 17, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 17, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) grant opportunity titled "Research and Evaluation in Crime Control and Prevention" (Funding Opportunity Number NIJ 2011 2826) is a discretionary federal grant program aimed at supporting research and evaluation that can directly inform criminal and juvenile justice policy and practice at the state, local, and tribal levels. It is described as a directed solicitation, meaning NIJ is actively seeking studies in particular topic areas it has identified as high priority for FY 2011, while still leaving room for strong proposals that address other relevant crime control and prevention questions. The overall intent is to generate practical, evidence-based findings that agencies and policymakers can use to improve public safety strategies, refine operational practices, and strengthen the effectiveness and accountability of the justice system.
For FY 2011, NIJ highlights five main focus areas. First is research on police investigations, which can include how investigations are conducted, what methods improve case outcomes, and how investigative practices can be made more effective, efficient, and fair. Second is research on police integrity, covering issues tied to ethics, misconduct prevention, accountability systems, and organizational practices that influence officer behavior and public trust. Third is research on the impact of technology on policing, a broad area that can include the adoption and consequences of new tools, data systems, surveillance or analytic technologies, and how technology changes decision-making, productivity, legality, privacy concerns, and community relationships. Fourth is research on policing strategies for smaller police agencies, recognizing that small and rural departments often face different constraints and operational realities than large urban agencies and may need tailored evidence on what works given limited staffing, budgets, and specialized units. Fifth is research on desistance from gangs and gang-related crime, focused on understanding how and why individuals leave gangs or stop engaging in gang-involved offending, and what interventions, community conditions, or justice system approaches can support lasting disengagement and reduced violence.
Although NIJ signals that proposals in other crime control and prevention areas may be considered, applicants are strongly encouraged to align with NIJ priority areas as laid out in the solicitation. In practical terms, that means proposals that clearly connect to one or more of the listed topics and demonstrate direct relevance to real-world policy and practice are likely to be more competitive under this announcement than proposals that are only loosely connected.
The opportunity anticipates making about 10 awards under CFDA number 16.560 (National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which can reduce barriers for applicants that do not have access to non-federal matching funds. The award ceiling and floor are both listed as 0 in the provided summary, which typically indicates that applicants should refer to the full solicitation for budget guidance, funding limits, and any expectations about project size, duration, or allowable costs. Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning it is open to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications contained in the full announcement.
Key dates for this solicitation include a posted date of December 17, 2010, and an application closing date of March 17, 2011 (with the same original and current closing date). The archive date is June 30, 2011, indicating when the listing was set to be archived after the competition period.
NIJ also provides topic-specific contacts to support applicants with questions related to the solicitation requirements and research areas. For desistance from gangs, the contact is Louis Tuthill (louis.tuthill@usdoj.gov, 202 307 1015). For police integrity, technology impacts on policing, and strategies for smaller agencies, the contact is Brett Chapman (brett.chapman@usdoj.gov, 202 514 2187). For police investigations, the contact is Katharine Browning (katharine.browning@usdoj.gov, 202 616 4786). A link to the full solicitation announcement is referenced for complete requirements, application instructions, and any detailed guidance on deliverables, evaluation expectations, and administrative rules.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "Research and Evaluation in Crime Control and Prevention" grant opportunity?
It is a discretionary federal grant opportunity from the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) titled "Research and Evaluation in Crime Control and Prevention" (Funding Opportunity Number NIJ 2011 2826). It supports research and evaluation intended to directly inform criminal and juvenile justice policy and practice at the state, local, and tribal levels.
What is the main purpose of this NIJ solicitation?
The overall intent is to generate practical, evidence-based findings that justice agencies and policymakers can use to improve public safety strategies, refine operational practices, and strengthen the effectiveness and accountability of the justice system.
Is this a competitive or formula grant?
This is a discretionary grant program, which means awards are made through a competitive process rather than by formula allocation.
What does it mean that this is a "directed solicitation"?
A directed solicitation means NIJ is actively seeking studies in specific topic areas it has identified as high priority for FY 2011. While NIJ notes that strong proposals on other relevant crime control and prevention questions may be considered, proposals aligned with the identified priority areas are strongly encouraged.
What are the FY 2011 NIJ priority topic areas under this opportunity?
NIJ highlights five main focus areas for FY 2011:
- Research on police investigations
- Research on police integrity
- Research on the impact of technology on policing
- Research on policing strategies for smaller police agencies
- Research on desistance from gangs and gang-related crime
What types of projects fit under the police investigations focus area?
This area can include studies of how investigations are conducted, what methods improve case outcomes, and how investigative practices can be made more effective, efficient, and fair.
What topics are included in the police integrity focus area?
Police integrity research can cover ethics, misconduct prevention, accountability systems, and organizational practices that influence officer behavior and public trust.
What does NIJ mean by research on the impact of technology on policing?
This is described as a broad area that can include adoption and consequences of new tools, data systems, surveillance or analytic technologies, and how technology changes decision-making, productivity, legality, privacy concerns, and community relationships.
What kinds of studies are relevant to policing strategies for smaller police agencies?
This focus area recognizes that small and rural departments often face different constraints than large urban agencies. Relevant research may examine what works for smaller agencies given limited staffing, budgets, and access to specialized units.
What is meant by desistance from gangs and gang-related crime?
This focus area is about understanding how and why individuals leave gangs or stop engaging in gang-involved offending, and what interventions, community conditions, or justice system approaches can support lasting disengagement and reduced violence.
Will NIJ consider proposals outside the five priority areas?
NIJ indicates that proposals in other crime control and prevention areas may be considered. However, applicants are strongly encouraged to align proposals with NIJ priority areas in the solicitation, and proposals that clearly connect to one or more listed topics and demonstrate direct policy and practice relevance are described as more competitive than those only loosely connected.
Approximately how many awards does NIJ expect to make under this opportunity?
The opportunity anticipates making about 10 awards.
What is the CFDA number for this grant program?
The CFDA number listed is 16.560 (National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What are the funding limits (award floor and award ceiling)?
The provided summary lists both the award ceiling and award floor as 0. This typically indicates applicants should consult the full solicitation for budget guidance, funding limits, and expectations regarding project size, duration, and allowable costs.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as unrestricted, meaning it is open to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications in the full announcement.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NIJ 2011 2826.
When was this opportunity posted?
The posted date is December 17, 2010.
What is the application deadline?
The application closing date is March 17, 2011 (the same date is listed as both the original and current closing date).
What is the archive date?
The archive date is June 30, 2011, which indicates when the listing was set to be archived after the competition period.
How can applicants get help with topic-specific questions?
NIJ provides topic-specific contacts for questions related to solicitation requirements and research areas:
- Desistance from gangs: Louis Tuthill, louis.tuthill@usdoj.gov, (202) 307-1015
- Police integrity, technology impacts on policing, and strategies for smaller agencies: Brett Chapman, brett.chapman@usdoj.gov, (202) 514-2187
- Police investigations: Katharine Browning, katharine.browning@usdoj.gov, (202) 616-4786
Where do I find the full requirements and application instructions?
A link to the full solicitation announcement is referenced as the place to find complete requirements, application instructions, and detailed guidance on deliverables, evaluation expectations, and administrative rules.
What makes a proposal more competitive under this announcement?
Based on the description provided, proposals are likely to be more competitive when they clearly align with one or more NIJ priority areas and demonstrate direct relevance to real-world policy and practice, rather than being only loosely connected to the solicitation topics.
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