NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation for the Testing and Interpretation of Physical Evidence in Publicly Funded Forensic Laboratories
Description
This funding opportunity seeks proposals for research and evaluation studies to produce practical knowledge that can improve the examination and interpretation of physical evidence in forensic science laboratories. Specifically, NIJ seeks applications for rigorous research and evaluation projects that will:
โข Identify and inform the forensic community of best practices through the evaluation of existing and emerging laboratory protocols; and/or
โข Have a direct and immediate impact on laboratory efficiency and assist in making laboratory policy decisions.
Agency: National Institute of Justice
CFDA: 16.560
Eligible Applicants: Federal agencies; Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs); University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs); and Other units of local government
Applicant Types: State governments; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); County governments; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); City or township governments; For profit organizations other than small businesses; Small businesses; Private institutions of higher education; Special district governments; Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification); Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Cost Sharing: No
More Info: Full Announcement โ https://nij.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-nij-2025-172604
Contact: National Institute of Justice
Email: OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov
About This Opportunity
This is a grants contract in the information and communication technology sector. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 1.5 million. Proposals must be submitted before June 3, 2026.
Published through Grants.gov, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for grants in the information and communication technology sector. Grant applications generally require a detailed project proposal, a clear results framework, and evidence of the applicant's capacity to deliver the proposed activities. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.