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Research and Evaluation on Policing, Fiscal Year 2021

Opportunity ID
O-NIJ-2021-40004
Solicitation Status
Closed
Fiscal Year
2021
Closing Date
Posting Date
Solicitation Type
Competitive
Description

With this solicitation, NIJ seeks proposals for rigorous research and evaluation projects that address (1) re-allocation of resources and police operations and functions; (2) police use of force and de-escalations tactics and strategies; and (3) tactics and strategies that strengthen police-community relationships. These contemporary issues in policing are also reflected in the strategic priorities and objectives identified in NIJ’s Policing Strategic Research Plan, 2017-2022. Among other areas of interest, NIJ is interested in studies examining the approaches that address the challenges of policing in rural communities.

Awards

Number of Awards: 5
Total Amount Awarded: $3,267,911

FAQs

Date Modified: January 15, 2021

The bold text below has been added under “Clarifications” on page 9. “The recent median NIJ grant award amount is approximately $600,000. Applicants are encouraged to propose budgets that match the research activities proposed, which may be more or less than the anticipated maximum dollar amount of awards Total Federal Awards: NIJ anticipates making 1 – 6 awards.

Date Modified: February 1, 2021

Deadlines for this solicitation have been extended.

Date Created: December 4, 2020