Pre-Award
More information on proposal planning, submission, gathering data, award setup and other parts of the proposal and award management process.
Proposal Planning
Information, resources, and tools to assist in the planning and writing proposals.
Learn MoreProposal Submission
All proposals for external funding should be received by Sponsored Programs Office at least 5 business days prior to the agency submission deadline.
Learn MoreProposal Institutional Data
Most proposals require common data regarding the University and SPO.
Learn MoreAward Setup
Before spending begins on an award, there are certain steps that must occur to set up awards for spending or to allow pre-award spending. The required steps include receipt of an award document from the sponsor, review, and approval of the award on behalf of the University and setting up the award in the University's financial system.
Learn MoreAward Management
During the life cycle of an award, award management requires that all relevant central departments and the related school/college ensure the administration of the sponsored program award is conducted in compliance with pertinent university, school, and sponsor policies and procedures. Sound fiscal and programmatic management of sponsored programs is critical.
Learn MoreNo-Cost Extensions
Many sponsors will allow No-Cost Extensions for sponsored programs. A no-cost extension is a request to extend the project period end date without requesting extra funding. The PI should work with SPO to understand the No-Cost Extensions policies, procedures and requirements of the sponsor.
Learn MoreLetters of Intent and Support
Sponsors request a LOI to determine interest for estimating the potential review workload and planning the reviews for a particular funding announcement or program.
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PI Change of Institution
Occasionally, a Principal Investigator may accept an appointment in another institution before the expiration of an award received while employed by the University.
Learn MoreLegal Agreement Negotiation
Contract/Legal agreements are made between the University and other entities not the individual.
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