What are the differences among a Program Announcement, a Request for Applications, and a Request for Proposals?
A Program Announcement (PA) is a formal expression of an institute’s ongoing interest in funding a particular area of science. PAs define areas that an institute is particularly interested in funding. Applications for grant support may cite a PA, but this is not necessary. A Request for Applications (RFA) solicits applications on a specific topic. A receipt date is specified, and the applications submitted in response to the RFA are reviewed and considered together as a group competing for set-aside funds. The application must cite the RFA to be considered with that group. A Request for Proposals (RFP) solicits contract offerors to come in with their bids and proposals. PAs, RFAs, and RFPs are published in the NIH Guide to Grants and Contracts.
A Program Announcement (PA) is a formal expression of an institute’s ongoing interest in funding a particular area of science. PAs define areas that an institute is particularly interested in funding. Applications for grant support may cite a PA, but this is not necessary. A Request for Applications (RFA) solicits applications on a specific topic. A receipt date is specified, and the applications submitted in response to the RFA are reviewed and considered together as a group competing for set-aside funds. The application must cite the RFA to be considered with that group. A Request for Proposals (RFP) solicits contract offerors to come in with their bids and proposals. PAs, RFAs, and RFPs are published in the NIH Guide to Grants and Contracts.
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