Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #359103
NSF INCLUDES Initiative Solicitation for Projects to Broaden Participation in STEM
Buyer
U.S. National Science Foundation
Posted
May 23, 2025
Respond By
October 27, 2026
Identifier
359103
NAICS
541720, 541715, 813211
This opportunity is a solicitation from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) for the Eddie Bernice Johnson INCLUDES Initiative, focused on broadening participation in STEM fields. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - Directorate for STEM Education (EDU) / Division of Equity for Excellence in STEM (EES) - OEMs and Vendors: - NSF is the only OEM/vendor mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products or part numbers requested - Services and collaborative research activities to broaden participation in STEM - Five project types supported: - Design and Development Launch Pilots - Collaborative Change Consortia - Alliances - Network Connectors - Conferences - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All projects must operationalize five design elements of collaborative infrastructure: - Shared vision - Partnerships - Goals and metrics - Leadership and communication - Expansion, sustainability, and scale - Eligible applicants include U.S.-based for-profit and non-profit organizations, state and local governments, institutions of higher education, and federally recognized tribal nations - Estimated funding available is $5,500,000, with up to 15 expected awards - Focus is on services and collaborative research, not product procurement
Description
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is soliciting proposals for the INCLUDES Initiative, a national effort to enhance U.S. leadership in STEM discovery and innovation by promoting accessibility and inclusivity in STEM fields. The initiative aims to catalyze collaborative infrastructure building to sustain systemic change and broaden participation in STEM at scale. Supported projects include Design and Development Launch Pilots, Collaborative Change Consortia, Alliances, Network Connectors, and Conferences. Proposals must be submitted to the Directorate for STEM Education and managed by a cross-disciplinary team of NSF Program Directors.