The Proposal Preparation Checklist ( Exhibit II-1) may be used to assist in this review. Prior to submission, it is strongly recommended that proposers conduct an administrative review to ensure that proposals comply with the guidelines established in Part I of the PAPPG or the NSF Application Guide. Proposals must include an authorization to deviate from standard NSF proposal preparation instructions in one of the following ways, as appropriate: (a) by identifying the solicitation number that authorized the deviation in the appropriate block on the Cover Sheet or (b) for individual deviations, by identifying the name, date and title of the NSF official authorizing the deviation. Proposers may deviate from these instructions only to the extent authorized. These approvals to deviate from NSF proposal preparation instructions may cover a particular program or programs or, in rare instances, an individual deviation for a particular proposal. by the written approval of the cognizant NSF Assistant Director/Office Head or designee.
through specification of different requirements in an NSF program solicitation orĢ. Deviations may be authorized in one of two ways:ġ. NSF authorization to deviate from these instructions must be received prior to proposal submission. See Chapter IV.B for additional information. NSF will not accept or will return without review proposals that are not consistent with these instructions. Conformance is required and will be strictly enforced unless an authorization to deviate from standard proposal preparation requirements has been approved. It is important that all proposals conform to the proposal preparation instructions contained in Part I of the PAPPG or the NSF Application Guide.
Conformance with Instructions for Proposal Preparation NSF is committed to this principle of diversity and deems it central to the programs, projects, and activities it considers and supports. NSF's mission calls for the broadening of opportunities and expanding participation of groups, organizations, and geographic regions that are underrepresented in STEM disciplines, which is essential to the health and vitality of science and engineering. NSF also supports development of a strong STEM workforce by investing in building the knowledge that informs improvements in STEM teaching and learning. NSF’s contribution to the national innovation ecosystem is to provide cutting-edge research under the guidance of the Nation’s most creative scientists and engineers. These organizations recruit, train, and prepare a diverse science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) workforce to advance the frontiers of science and participate in the US technology-based economy. One of the strategic objectives in support of NSF’s mission is to foster integration of research and education through the programs, projects, and activities it supports at NSF grantee organizations. NSF’s mission is particularly well-implemented through the integration of research and education and broadening participation in NSF programs, projects, and activities. These strategies are integrated in the program planning and implementation process, of which proposal review is one part.
Proposers should also be aware of core strategies that are essential to the fulfillment of NSF’s mission, as articulated in Investing in Science, Engineering, and Education for the Nation’s Future: NSF Strategic Plan, 2014-2018. To facilitate proposal preparation, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding proposal preparation and submission are available on the NSF website. This Guide also serves as a means of highlighting the accountability requirements associated with Federal awards. The information contained in this Guide will assist the organization in preparing documents which NSF requires to conduct administrative and financial reviews of the organization. The requisite information is described in the NSF Prospective New Awardee Guide. Grant Administration Disputes and MisconductĬhapter II - Proposal Preparation InstructionsĮach proposing organization that is new to NSF or has not had an active NSF assistance award within the previous five years should be prepared to submit basic organization and management information and certifications, when requested, to the applicable award-making division within the Office of Budget, Finance & Award Management (BFA). Other Post Award Requirements and Considerations Part II: Award, Administration and Monitoring of Grants and Cooperative Agreements Part I: Proposal Preparation and Submission Guidelines NSF Electronic Capabilities Modernization Status