Proposal Submission FAQs

Why does Research Services need five days to administratively review my proposal?

The current University policy (RSSP-201) requires material submission five business days prior to the submission deadline.  As Research Services implements new procedures and faculty obtain internal approvals earlier in the process, we hope to adjust this policy to reduce the lead time for final administrative review.

What do I do if I am missing an item(s) but need to submit the package to meet the 5-day deadline?

Speak to your grant coordinator.  You may be asked to move forward and include a place-holder or draft document.  Alternatively, you may be asked to meet an alternative timeline assuming that internal approvals have been obtained previously.  Grant coordinators try their best to work with PIs, but there are circumstances that may prevent submission if materials are not ready and/or internal approvals and supplementary documentation (e.g. subawards, letters, contract terms) have not been secured.

Why can’t I submit the proposal?  Why do I have to wait for Research Services?

Research Services is responsible for submitting all proposals for grants and contracts for research and other scholarly activities to public agencies (federal, state, or local government); private, nonprofit research organizations; and industries.  It is responsible for ensuring compliance with all university, state, and federal regulations surrounding sponsored grants and contracts as per university policy RSSP-201, Proposal Processing and Submission.

Last updated: 4/27/2021