Opportunity Information: Apply for NIJ 2012 3188
Apply for NIJ 2012 3188
- 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 on the Link Between Victimization and Offending" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 15, 2012 and posted on Mar 15, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 29, 2012. (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 3 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), the research arm of the U.S. Department of Justice, offered a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Research on the Link Between Victimization and Offending" (Funding Opportunity Number NIJ 2012 3188). The purpose of this solicitation was to fund research that strengthens what is known about how victimization and offending are connected, with a particular focus on criminal incidents or events themselves. Rather than treating victimization and offending as separate topics, NIJ was looking for studies that examine how these experiences overlap, influence one another, or unfold together across time, situations, people, and places. The solicitation explicitly encouraged bold and innovative approaches, signaling an interest in proposals that push beyond standard or purely descriptive analyses and instead clarify the processes and mechanisms that link offending behavior and victim experiences.
From a practical funding standpoint, NIJ anticipated making up to three awards under this solicitation. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants were not required to provide non-federal matching funds to be eligible. The award ceiling and floor were listed as zero in the source record, which typically indicates that applicants needed to consult the full solicitation document for specific budget guidance or that the funding amounts were not captured in that particular summary field. The funding instrument was a grant, and the activity category was described as research and evaluation, aligning with NIJ's mission to support rigorous, policy-relevant criminal justice research.
Eligibility was described as unrestricted, meaning the competition was open to any type of entity, subject to any additional limitations or clarifications contained in the full solicitation. In general, an unrestricted eligibility statement suggests that universities, nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, state and local government agencies, and other qualified organizations could potentially apply, provided they met the requirements laid out in the official announcement.
Key dates for the opportunity were as follows: it was posted on March 15, 2012, with an original and final closing date of May 29, 2012, and it was archived on June 29, 2012. The solicitation included an additional information link directing applicants to the full announcement, which would normally contain the detailed statement of work, application requirements, review criteria, allowable costs, reporting expectations, and any data access or human subjects protections that would apply, especially given the sensitive nature of research on crime and victimization.
NIJ provided points of contact for applicants needing assistance. For help accessing the announcement electronically, applicants were instructed to seek support through the posted channels, and for questions about solicitation requirements, NIJ listed two Social Science Analysts: Dr. Dara Blachman Demner (202 514 9528; Dara.BlachmanDemner@usdoj.gov) and Dr. Carrie Mulford (202 307 2959; Carrie.Mulford@usdoj.gov). These contacts indicate that NIJ expected applicants to engage with the solicitation's technical and substantive expectations and provided direct program staff support for clarification during the application period.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the official title of this grant opportunity?
The official title is Research on the Link Between Victimization and Offending.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
This opportunity was offered by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), the research arm of the U.S. Department of Justice.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NIJ 2012 3188.
What is the main purpose of the solicitation?
The purpose was to fund research that strengthens what is known about how victimization and offending are connected, with a particular focus on criminal incidents or events themselves.
What kind of research focus was NIJ looking for?
NIJ was looking for studies that do not treat victimization and offending as separate topics. Instead, NIJ encouraged research that examines how these experiences:
- Overlap with each other
- Influence one another
- Unfold together across time, situations, people, and places
Did NIJ encourage any particular style or approach to research?
Yes. The solicitation explicitly encouraged bold and innovative approaches, signaling interest in proposals that go beyond standard or purely descriptive analyses and instead clarify the processes and mechanisms linking offending behavior and victim experiences.
What type of funding instrument was used?
The funding instrument was a grant.
How many awards did NIJ anticipate making?
NIJ anticipated making up to three awards under this solicitation.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement. Applicants were not required to provide non-federal matching funds to be eligible.
What were the award floor and ceiling amounts?
In the source record, the award floor and award ceiling were listed as zero. This typically indicates that applicants needed to consult the full solicitation document for specific budget guidance, or that the funding amounts were not captured in that summary field.
What activity category does this opportunity fall under?
The activity category was research and evaluation, consistent with NIJ's role in supporting rigorous, policy-relevant criminal justice research.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was described as unrestricted. This means the competition was open to any type of entity, subject to any additional limitations or clarifications contained in the full solicitation.
What does "unrestricted eligibility" generally suggest?
In general, an unrestricted eligibility statement suggests that a wide range of organizations could potentially apply (as long as they meet the requirements in the official announcement), such as:
- Universities and colleges
- Nonprofit organizations
- For-profit entities
- State and local government agencies
- Other qualified organizations
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on March 15, 2012.
What was the application deadline?
The original and final closing date was May 29, 2012.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on June 29, 2012.
Where would applicants normally find detailed application requirements?
The solicitation included an additional information link directing applicants to the full announcement. The full announcement would normally include details such as the statement of work, application requirements, review criteria, allowable costs, reporting expectations, and any requirements related to data access or human subjects protections.
Why might human subjects protections and data access requirements matter for this research topic?
The opportunity involved research on crime, victimization, and offending, which can involve sensitive information. The full solicitation would typically describe any relevant requirements, especially related to data access and human subjects protections.
Who should applicants contact for help accessing the announcement electronically?
For help accessing the announcement electronically, applicants were instructed to seek support through the posted channels referenced in the opportunity materials.
Who were the NIJ points of contact for questions about solicitation requirements?
NIJ listed two Social Science Analysts as points of contact for questions about solicitation requirements:
- Dr. Dara Blachman Demner (202 514 9528; Dara.BlachmanDemner@usdoj.gov)
- Dr. Carrie Mulford (202 307 2959; Carrie.Mulford@usdoj.gov)
What does it mean that NIJ provided program staff contacts?
The inclusion of direct program contacts suggests NIJ expected applicants to engage with the solicitation's technical and substantive expectations and provided program staff support for clarification during the application period.
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