Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-10254
NSF Seeks Public Comment on Renewal of Reviewer Recruitment Information Collection for TIP Directorate
Buyer
National Science Foundation
Posted
May 22, 2026
Respond By
July 21, 2026
Identifier
2026-10254
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is inviting public comment on its plan to renew the information collection process for recruiting reviewers for the Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP). - Government Buyer: - National Science Foundation (NSF) - Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP) - Purpose: - Renewal of the TIP Reviewer Request Form information collection - Used to recruit reviewers with diverse expertise for TIP programs supporting technology development, workforce development, and regional innovation - Scope and Requirements: - Renewal period not exceeding three years - Collection includes standard reviewer information and customizable program-specific questions - Seeks a broad range of reviewer backgrounds - No procurement of products or services; no OEMs or vendors involved - Follows standard Paperwork Reduction Act process - No unique or notable requirements beyond standard information collection procedures
Description
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is announcing plans to renew an information collection related to the Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP) Reviewer Request Form. This collection supports the recruitment of reviewers with diverse expertise for TIP programs, which advance use-inspired and translational research. The renewal is requested for no longer than 3 years and includes standard and customizable program-specific questions to identify appropriate reviewers. Public comments are invited on this renewal as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act process.