Standardization Center of Excellence
ID: 355227Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institute of Standards and Technology (DOC-NIST)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355227
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is inviting applications for the establishment of a Standardization Center of Excellence (SCoE) aimed at enhancing U.S. engagement in international standardization for critical and emerging technologies. The initiative seeks to support activities in areas such as pre-standardization engagement, workforce capacity building, collaborative pilot programs with NIST, and the creation of an information-sharing hub, all of which are vital for U.S. economic competitiveness and national security. Funding through a cooperative agreement is available, offering up to $6 million for the first two years and $3 million annually for the subsequent three years, contingent on performance and funding availability. Interested applicants, which must be U.S.-based non-governmental organizations, are required to submit their proposals by August 7, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Misty L. Roosa at grants@nist.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    grants@nist.gov
    Files
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    The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) from the U.S. Department of Commerce, specifically NIST’s Standards Coordination Office, outlines an initiative to establish a Standardization Center of Excellence (SCoE). This program aims to enhance U.S. engagement in international standardization for critical and emerging technologies essential for economic competitiveness and national security. The SCoE will focus on four areas: pre-standardization engagement, workforce capacity building, collaborative pilot programs with NIST, and the creation of an information sharing hub. Funding is available through a cooperative agreement, providing up to $6 million for the first two years, followed by $3 million annually for the next three years, contingent on performance assessments and availability of funds. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based non-governmental organizations, especially academic institutions and trade associations; foreign entities are not eligible. Applications must be submitted by August 7, 2024, and consist of a program narrative, budget details, resumes of key personnel, and letters of commitment. The evaluation will focus on the program’s approach, execution plan, qualifications of personnel, and overall cost-effectiveness. This NOFO emphasizes a structured collaboration between stakeholders to foster an impactful approach towards international standardization in critical and emerging technologies.
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