Opportunity Information: Apply for NNH13ZDA001N LASER
Apply for NNH13ZDA001N LASER
- The NASA Headquarters in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "ROSES 2013 Lunar Advanced Science and Exploration Research" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 43.001 Science.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 30, 2014 and posted on Dec 19, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 30, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Proposers must be affiliated with an institution at nspires.nasaprs.com/ and, in general, NASA provides funding only to US institutions. Organizations outside the U.S. that propose on the basis of a policy of no exchange of funds consult Appendix B Section (l) of the guidebook for proposers (http://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/nraguidebook/)for specific details. Some NRAs may be issued jointly with a non U.S. organization, e.g., those concerning guest observing programs for jointly sponsored space science programs, that will contain additional special guidelines for non U.S. participants. Also ref. Sections 2.3.10(c)(vii) of the guidebook for proposers for special instructions for proposals from non U.S. organizations that involve U.S. personnel for whom NASA support is requested.
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Opportunity Summary:
ROSES 2013 Lunar Advanced Science and Exploration Research (LASER) is a NASA Headquarters funding opportunity under the ROSES 2013 umbrella that supports science and technology research and development tied to lunar science and exploration. It was released as a discretionary research program and offers support through grants and cooperative agreements, reflecting NASA's typical approach to funding competed research where some projects may require closer collaboration or oversight. The opportunity is listed under CFDA 43.001 (Science) and explicitly states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not expected to provide non-federal funds as a condition of eligibility.
Eligibility is structured around NASA's NSPIRES system. Proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered in NSPIRES (nspires.nasaprs.com), which is the standard portal for preparing and submitting NASA research proposals. While the listing uses a broad eligible applicant category ("Others"), the controlling rule is the NASA policy described in the announcement: in general, NASA provides funding only to U.S. institutions. That point matters for universities, nonprofits, companies, and other research organizations because the practical path to receive NASA funds typically runs through a U.S.-based eligible institution that can accept federal awards and comply with NASA requirements.
Non-U.S. organizations are not automatically excluded, but their participation is framed by strict conditions. If an organization outside the United States intends to propose under a "no exchange of funds" arrangement, it is directed to consult Appendix B, Section (l) of the NASA Guidebook for Proposers (http://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/nraguidebook/) for the governing details. The announcement also notes that some NASA Research Announcements (NRAs) are issued jointly with non-U.S. organizations (for example, guest observing programs for jointly sponsored missions), and those cases may include additional or special guidelines tailored to international participation. There is also a specific caution for proposals from non-U.S. organizations that involve U.S. personnel for whom NASA funding is requested; the opportunity points to Section 2.3.10(c)(vii) of the same guidebook for special instructions. In plain terms, NASA is signaling that international involvement can be possible, but it must be structured carefully, and the proposer is responsible for following the exact policy language in the guidebook.
From an administrative standpoint, this opportunity is identified by Funding Opportunity Number NNH13ZDA001N with the LASER tag. Key dates in the posting show it was posted on December 19, 2013, with an original closing date of February 28, 2014. The record also shows a current closing date of January 30, 2014, indicating the due date may have been moved earlier relative to the original schedule. The archive date is March 1, 2014, which typically marks when the opportunity is no longer active on the portal for new submissions. Because NASA solicitations can include program-specific due dates, rules, and required proposal elements, the announcement directs applicants to use the "Additional Information" link to access the full text for complete instructions.
For questions or access problems, the listing provides a point of contact: Dr. Max Bernstein. The contact language emphasizes help with accessing the full announcement electronically and directs scientific or programmatic questions to the listed contact as well, which is consistent with NASA solicitations where a program scientist or program executive serves as the primary point of clarification.
ROSES 2013 LASER (Lunar Advanced Science and Exploration Research) - FAQs
What is ROSES 2013 LASER?
ROSES 2013 Lunar Advanced Science and Exploration Research (LASER) is a NASA Headquarters funding opportunity under the ROSES 2013 umbrella. It supports science and technology research and development tied to lunar science and exploration.
What type of funding instrument does LASER use?
The opportunity offers support through grants and cooperative agreements. This matches NASA's typical approach to competed research funding, where some projects may require closer NASA collaboration or oversight (often associated with cooperative agreements).
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 43.001 (Science).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement explicitly states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so applicants are not expected to provide non-federal funds as a condition of eligibility.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is structured around NASA's NSPIRES system. Proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered in NSPIRES. While the listing uses a broad eligible applicant category ("Others"), the announcement explains that, in general, NASA provides funding only to U.S. institutions.
Do applicants need to be affiliated with an institution registered in NSPIRES?
Yes. Proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered in NSPIRES, which is NASA's standard portal for preparing and submitting research proposals.
What is NSPIRES and where do I access it?
NSPIRES is NASA's system for proposal preparation and submission. It is available at https://nspires.nasaprs.com.
Can non-U.S. organizations participate?
Non-U.S. organizations are not automatically excluded, but participation is governed by strict conditions described in NASA policy. The announcement highlights "no exchange of funds" arrangements as a potential pathway and directs proposers to the NASA Guidebook for Proposers for the controlling rules.
What does "no exchange of funds" mean for non-U.S. organizations?
The announcement indicates that non-U.S. organizations proposing under a "no exchange of funds" arrangement must consult Appendix B, Section (l) of the NASA Guidebook for Proposers for the governing details. In practice, the opportunity is signaling that international participation may be possible if structured so that NASA does not provide funding to the non-U.S. entity.
Where are the rules for international participation described?
The opportunity points proposers to the NASA Guidebook for Proposers at http://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/nraguidebook/. It specifically references Appendix B, Section (l) for "no exchange of funds" participation and Section 2.3.10(c)(vii) for special instructions in certain cases involving non-U.S. proposals and U.S. personnel.
Are there special instructions if a non-U.S. organization includes U.S. personnel and requests NASA funding for them?
Yes. The announcement includes a specific caution for proposals from non-U.S. organizations that involve U.S. personnel for whom NASA funding is requested, and it points to Section 2.3.10(c)(vii) of the NASA Guidebook for Proposers for special instructions.
Does NASA ever issue joint solicitations with non-U.S. organizations?
Yes. The announcement notes that some NASA Research Announcements (NRAs) are issued jointly with non-U.S. organizations (for example, guest observing programs for jointly sponsored missions). In those cases, additional or special guidelines tailored to international participation may apply.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for LASER?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NNH13ZDA001N with the LASER tag.
When was this opportunity posted?
The posting date shown is December 19, 2013.
What are the due dates and why do there appear to be two closing dates?
The record shows an original closing date of February 28, 2014, and a current closing date of January 30, 2014. This indicates the due date may have been moved earlier relative to the original schedule.
What is the archive date and what does it imply?
The archive date is March 1, 2014. This typically indicates when the opportunity is no longer active on the portal for new submissions.
Where do applicants find the full solicitation text and complete instructions?
The announcement directs applicants to use the "Additional Information" link to access the full text for complete instructions. This is important because NASA solicitations can include program-specific due dates, rules, and required proposal elements.
Who is the point of contact for questions or access issues?
The listing provides Dr. Max Bernstein as the point of contact.
What types of questions should be directed to the listed contact?
The contact language emphasizes assistance with accessing the full announcement electronically and also directs scientific or programmatic questions to the listed contact.
Is this a NASA Headquarters opportunity?
Yes. The opportunity is described as a NASA Headquarters funding opportunity under the ROSES 2013 umbrella.
Does the listing itself contain all requirements needed to submit?
No. The listing indicates that complete instructions, including program-specific requirements and required proposal elements, are in the full text accessible via the "Additional Information" link.
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