Research and Evaluation Program
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 11.312 (USAspending.gov).
- Uchicago Argonne, Llc $3,810,770
- The Urban Institute 2 awards $3,770,541
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University $1,284,817
- Rural Community Assistance Partnership Incorporated $539,960
- The Milken Institute $500,000
Program Objective
Through the R&E program, EDA supports the development of tools, recommendations, and resources that shape Federal economic development policies and inform economic development decision-making. R&E program investments provide critical, cutting-edge research and best practices to regional, state, and local practitioners in the economic development field, thereby enhancing understanding and implementation of economic development concepts throughout the country. EDA also regularly evaluates the impacts and outcomes of its various programs as a means of identifying policy and program modifications that will increase the Agency’s efficiency and effectiveness.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
- U.S. Territory Government
- Tribal Government (other)
- Federally Recognized Tribal Government
- Municipality/Township Government
- County Government
- Local Government Consortium
- State
- Local
- Nonprofit Organization
- For-Profit Organization
- Other
Pursuant to PWEDA, eligible applicants for and eligible recipients of EDA investment assistance under this NOFO include a(n):
a. District Organization;
b. Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes;
c. State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions;
d. Institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education;
e. Public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State;
f. A private individual or
g. For-profit organization
How to Apply
Award Procedure
The Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development (Assistant Secretary), or other designated individual, is the selecting official for Research and Evaluation projects. EDA will award investment assistance in accord with the procedures set forth in the applicable FFO.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 60 to 90 days
Generally, two months are required for EDA to reach a final decision after receipt of a completed application that meets all requirements.
Program details & compliance
Description
Through the R&E program, EDA supports the development of tools, recommendations, and resources that shape Federal economic development policies and inform economic development decision-making. R&E program investments provide critical, cutting-edge research and best practices to regional, state, and local practitioners in the economic development field, thereby enhancing understanding and implementation of economic development concepts throughout the country. EDA also regularly evaluates the impacts and outcomes of its various programs as a means of identifying policy and program modifications that will increase the Agency’s efficiency and effectiveness.
Mission Categories
Primary: Economic Development
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Through the R&E program, EDA supports the development of tools, recommendations, and resources that shape Federal economic development policies and inform economic development decision-making. R&E program investments provide critical, cutting-edge research and best practices to regional, state, and local practitioners in the economic development field, thereby enhancing understanding and implementation of economic development concepts throughout the country. EDA also regularly evaluates the impacts and outcomes of its various programs as a means of identifying policy and program modifications that will increase the Agency’s efficiency and effectiveness.
R&E investments may be awarded to:
• Research and evaluate topics or issues to improve the understanding of economic development principles, strategies, and concepts;
• Improve understanding of the causes of economic distress and distressed communities and potential remedies thereof;
• Evaluate success of economic development programs, policies and strategies for improving economic outcomes;
• Develop innovative tools, measures and widely applicable data sets for studying economic development outcomes, principles and policies; or
• Perform other activities determined by EDA to be appropriate under the R&E program.
Restrictions
EDA Investment assistance may not be used to start or expand a private business.
Required Documentation
Researcher qualifications are considered in the application review process. Applicants must have demonstrated expertise in the proposed area of study.
Matching Requirements
All matching shares must be allowable based on cost principles applicable to award.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements
Formula
EDA encourages cost sharing, and applications that include matching funds may be more competitive than those that do not. Generally, the amount of an EDA award may not exceed 60 percent of the total cost of the project. However, for RNTA awards, the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development (Assistant Secretary) has the discretion to establish a maximum Investment Rate of up to 100 percent where the project: (i) Merits, and is not otherwise feasible without, an increase to the Investment Rate; and (ii) Will be of no or only incidental benefit to the Eligible Recipient[1].
If an Applicant is requesting an EDA investment rate of greater than 60 percent, the applicant must provide the basis for the request. Applicants must clearly and in detail describe their justification for the request within their Budget Narrative. [1] See 42 U.S.C. § 3144(c)(3); 13 C.F.R. § 301.4(b)(4).