Small Instruments and Modern Equipment for Shared-use Biomedical Research Facilities and Resources (S15 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

HHS-NIH11 Forecasted PAR-28-060

Description

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites eligible shared biomedical research facilities to buy new small instruments or scientific equipment. These facilities may include core facilities, biorepositories, model resource facilities, and other research spaces or resources that are shared by multiple researchers. The goal is to help these facilities improve, update, and operate more efficiently. Organizations are especially encouraged to request funding for small instruments that use new or emerging technologies or that produce physical, chemical, or biomaterial outputs other than conventional digital data. This funding cannot be used to buy highly specialized research instruments or building-level infrastructure equipment that only indirectly supports research.

Eligibility

Other Eligible ApplicantsIndian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized);Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government;U.S. Territory or Possession;Faith-based or Community-based Organizations;Regional Organizations;Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions).
Funding Details
Award Floor
$25,000.00
Award Ceiling
$350,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
$5,000,000.00
Expected Awards
16
Key Dates
Posted
August 24, 2026
Closes
N/A
Archive Date
N/A
Agency Information
Agency Name
National Institutes of Health
Agency Code
HHS-NIH11
Funding Instrument
Other