Academic Research Proposal

Academic Research Proposal
Thank you for your interest in advancing the public procurement profession. Whether you're an experienced faculty member or an emerging scholar, we invite you to submit your research proposals.

The NIGP Center for the Advancement of Research and Excellence (CARE) is dedicated to funding projects that bridge the gap between academic research and practical application. We seek proposals that deliver actionable insights, foster collaboration, and inspire meaningful contributions to the field.

We look forward to learning about your original work. Please complete all the required fields in the form below.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Todd Slater, PhD.
Chief Content Officer
NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement
Tslater@nigp.org
703-429-2614
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NIGP uses a tiered approach to funding. Funding amounts are determined based on scope, quality, and anticipated impact.
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Proposed Research
Research Topic and Objectives: Define your research question and explain its significance to public procurement.*
Methodology: Describe your research design, including how you will collect and analyze data. *
Deliverables: Outline the expected outputs, such as a white paper, journal article, or report.*
Timeline: Provide an estimated timeline.*
Budget Request:

Propose a budget based on the estimated number of workdays and the corresponding rate. Grant requests typically range from $2,500 to $10,000, depending on scope.
- Base funding is provided for accepted proposals, especially those resulting in white papers
- Bonus incentives are available for peer-reviewed publications
- Premium incentives are awarded for publication in top-tier journals
Budget Request: Include estimated number of workdays and corresponding rate, supplies expense, etc.*
Support from NIGP: Indicate what support you need from NIGP (e.g., data access, introductions to practitioners).*
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