U.S. India Sports Technology Dialogues and Innovation Program

This document outlines comprehensive budget instructions for government proposals, applicable to both Indian and U.S. entities, covering federal, state, and local RFPs and grants. It details requirements for various cost categories, including personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment, supplies, contractual services, and other direct costs. Proposers must provide detailed breakdowns for each category, such as annual salaries and time commitment for personnel, computation methods for fringe benefits, and justifications for equipment purchases over $5,000. Travel expenses must comply with U.S. government allowance rates and the Fly America Act. The document also specifies requirements for sub-grants, sub-contracts, and consultant fees, emphasizing the need for detailed line-item budgets for sub-grantees. Indirect costs are addressed, requiring a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) or limiting indirect charges to 10% if no NICRA exists. Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC) are defined to clarify the base for indirect cost calculations, excluding certain expenditures like equipment and portions of subawards exceeding $25,000. The budget templates provided facilitate organized financial reporting for both Indian and U.S. entities, ensuring transparency and compliance with federal guidelines.

This government file outlines detailed budget instructions for grant proposals, covering both Indian and U.S. entities. It specifies guidelines for various cost categories, including personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment, supplies, contractual services (sub-grants, sub-contracts, and consultant fees), and other direct costs. Crucially, it defines how to calculate indirect costs, emphasizing the requirement for a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) or a maximum 10% indirect charge if no NICRA exists. The document also details the components of Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC) for indirect cost calculation. The primary purpose is to ensure comprehensive and compliant financial reporting for federal grants and RFPs, with specific templates provided for different organizational types to standardize budget submissions and facilitate accurate financial oversight.

This document outlines comprehensive budget instructions and templates for government proposals, applicable to both Indian and U.S. entities seeking federal grants or responding to RFPs. It details specific cost categories, including personnel salaries, fringe benefits, travel (domestic and international, adhering to Fly America Act), equipment (unit cost over $5,000), supplies, and contractual services (sub-grants, sub-contracts, and consultant fees). The document emphasizes transparent cost computation, justification for expenditures, and compliance with U.S. government allowance rates for per diem. It also addresses indirect costs, requiring a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) or limiting indirect charges to 10% if no NICRA exists. Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC) are defined for indirect cost calculations, excluding certain expenditures like equipment and portions of subawards exceeding $25,000. The provided budget templates facilitate a structured breakdown of costs in both INR and USD, alongside sections for cost-sharing and program income.

This document outlines comprehensive budget instructions and templates for government proposals, applicable to both Indian and U.S. entities. It details specific cost categories, including personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment, supplies, contractual services (sub-grants, sub-contracts, and consultant fees), and other direct costs. Crucially, it provides clear guidance on calculating and justifying expenses within each category, with examples provided for personnel and supplies. The document also addresses indirect costs, emphasizing the requirement for a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) or a maximum 10% rate if no NICRA exists. It defines Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC) for indirect cost calculation. The inclusion of distinct budget templates for Indian and U.S. entities, with an exchange rate for INR to USD, highlights the document's applicability to international and domestic grant applications. The overall purpose is to ensure thorough, transparent, and compliant financial reporting for federal, state, and local government funding opportunities.

The Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 is a standardized form used by entities seeking federal funding. It captures essential applicant details like legal name, EIN/TIN, DUNS number, and contact information. The form requires specifying the type of submission (preapplication, application, changed/corrected, new, continuation, revision) and application type. Key sections include applicant information, federal agency details, Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number and title, funding opportunity number and title, and a descriptive title of the applicant's project. It also asks for the estimated funding broken down by federal, applicant, state, local, other, and program income contributions. The form requests proposed project start and end dates, congressional districts affected, and whether the application is subject to review under Executive Order 12372. Finally, it includes a certification from an authorized representative, affirming the accuracy of the information and acknowledging penalties for false statements, and asks if the applicant is delinquent on any federal debt.

This document outlines comprehensive budget instructions for government entities, specifically for Indian and U.S. entities, participating in federal grants or RFPs. It details categories such as personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment, supplies, contractual services (including sub-grants/contracts and consultant fees), and other direct costs. Specific calculation methods are provided for personnel salaries, supply unit costs, and consultant fees. The document emphasizes separate reporting for fringe benefits and justification for equipment purchases exceeding $5,000. Travel must comply with the Fly America Act and per diem rates cannot exceed published U.S. government allowances. Indirect costs are addressed with a requirement for a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) or a cap of 10% if no NICRA exists. The document also defines Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC) for indirect cost applicability and includes templates for both Indian (INR/USD exchange rate) and U.S. entity budgets, alongside sections for cost share and program income.

This document outlines a standardized budget template for both Indian and U.S. entities applying for federal grants, RFPs, or state/local RFPs. It details various budget categories such as Personnel, Travel, Equipment, Supplies, Contractual Services, and Other Direct Costs. The template also includes sections for calculating Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC), which is crucial for determining indirect costs. MTDC excludes certain expenditures like equipment and capital expenditures but includes most direct salaries, wages, and travel. Both Indian and U.S. entity budgets specify an exchange rate for INR to USD and provide a structured format for proposed budgets, unit rates, quantities, and totals. The document also incorporates sections for the total U.S. Government share of cost, grantee cost share, and anticipated program income, ensuring comprehensive financial reporting and transparency for grant applications.

This document outlines a detailed budget template for government proposals, applicable to both Indian and U.S. entities, with specific instructions for federal RFPs, grants, and state/local RFPs. It standardizes cost categorization, including personnel, travel, equipment, supplies, contractual services, and other direct costs. A key component is the calculation of Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC) for indirect cost application, clearly defining what is included and excluded (e.g., equipment and capital expenditures are excluded). The template also features sections for applicant and project names, exchange rates (for Indian entities), and incorporates both the U.S. Government's share of costs and the grantee's cost-share contributions, culminating in a grand total. Additionally, it provides a section to report expected program income. This structured approach ensures comprehensive financial reporting and transparency for government-funded projects.

This government file outlines detailed budget instructions and templates for federal grants, RFPs, and state/local RFPs, applicable to both Indian and U.S. entities. It specifies guidelines for various cost categories, including personnel (staffing, salaries, time devoted to project), fringe benefits (computed separately with type and rate), travel (international, in-country, domestic, and per diem rates adhering to U.S. government allowances and the Fly America Act), equipment (tangible property costing $5,000 or more with justification), supplies (itemized with unit costs and percentage charged to the award), contractual services (sub-grants, sub-contracts with detailed breakdowns, and consultant fees), and other direct costs (requiring justification). The document also addresses indirect costs, mandating a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) or limiting indirect charges to 10% if no NICRA exists. It defines Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC) for indirect cost calculations, excluding specific items like equipment and certain subaward portions. The file includes budget templates for both Indian entities (with INR to USD exchange rates) and U.S. entities, facilitating comprehensive financial proposals and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines.