Precision Measurement Grant Program

Department Of Commerce, National Institute Of Standards And Technology

The NIST Precision Measurement Grants Program (PMGP) is seeking applications from eligible applicants to support significant research in the field of fundamental measurement or the determination of fundamental constants.

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Helps researchers at universities and labs conduct important studies on measurement and constants. Provides funding for innovative research projects that may lack other support.

Quick Facts

Funding
$300,000 - $300,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
STEM Research & Education
Organization
Department Of Commerce, National Institute Of Standards And Technology

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What Is This Program?

The PMGP was started in 1970 to support research in the field of fundamental measurement or the determination of fundamental constants, enabling the faculties at universities and colleges and laboratory researchers to conduct significant research in this area. By funding the research projects of eligible applicants through this program, NIST supports advances in fundamental measurement, the determination of fundamental constants, and fosters extramural collaboration with NIST scientists. The PMGP also is intended to make it possible for researchers to pursue new ideas for which other sources of support may be difficult to find. There is some latitude in research topics that will be considered under the PMGP.

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🏆 Detailed Application Guide

📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply
  • Visit the Precision Measurement Grant Program webpage
  • Review eligibility requirements
  • Prepare application materials
  • Submit application through the online portal
🌐Application Portal
https://sam.gov/fal/a13e9af3c31e45c8bfe4aae3578e7284/view
📤Submission Method
online
🔄Intake Type
fixed-deadline

📄What Documents Are Required?

Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
📐Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB

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💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🗓️Reporting Frequency
annual
📑Reporting Requirements
  • Annual performance report
🔍Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards.
📢Branding Requirements
Acknowledgment of federal funding is required.
🗄️Record Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

Peter.Mohr@nist.gov
301-975-3217

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

Visit the program page for detailed eligibility requirements.

This program offers funding up to $300,000 (minimum $300,000).

This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

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