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Limited Submissions

Learn how to apply for limited submission opportunities, from the internal selection process to submitting a successful proposal.

Understanding Limited Submissions

Some funding agencies limit how many proposals an institution, campus, or department can submit to a specific funding program. These opportunities, called limited submissions, ensure institutions carefully prioritize and submit their most competitive proposals.

If UNO exceeds these limits, all submissions from the institution could be disqualified. To prevent this, ORCA has established a Limited Submission Process. This process supports faculty, researchers and staff in navigating limited submission opportunities while ensuring institutional compliance.

Why Sponsors Set Submission Limits

  • Streamline review for highly competitive funding opportunities.
  • Ensure that institutions submit only their most qualified proposals.
  • Promote alignment between submissions and program priorities.
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Timeline for Limited Submissions

  • Plan ahead by following key internal deadlines.
  • Ensure eligibility by meeting submission requirements.
  • Stay on track with ORCA’s structured timeline.
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Limited Submission Core Principles

  • Compliance adheres to sponsor limits to protect UNO’s eligibility.
  • Fair Access provides equitable opportunities for all faculty and staff to apply.
  • Support helps applicants develop strong, competitive proposals.
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Limited Submission Process

Follow these steps to apply internally for a limited submission opportunity.

When you’ve identified a limited submission funding opportunity notify your designated Grants Coordinator immediately and include the funding opportunity guidelines. Also, review the Limited Submission Timeline.

Using the NuRamp Internal Competition module, submit the following 8+ weeks before the funder's deadline:
  • A 2-3 page narrative with:
    • A brief project summary aligned with the funder's requirements.
    • An explanation of why your project is competitive for this opportunity.
    • A summary of how your project meets the evaluation criteria of the funding opportunity.
    • An estimated budget, with an approximate percentage that will stay at UNO versus being subcontracted.
    • Supplementary details, such as:
      • Confirmation of your project team (if any).
      • Any cost-sharing requirements and your ability to meet them.
      • The indirect cost rate, especially if it differs from UNO’s negotiated rate.
      • Any non-standard documents required by the funder.
  • A summary CV or biosketch (3 pages max) for the lead researcher or PI.

ORCA will review applications with input from a selection committee if needed, based on:
  • How well the project fits the opportunity.
  • The project’s competitiveness.
  • The preparedness of the PI/team.
  • Understanding of the opportunity’s requirements.

ORCA will notify you of the selection decision at least 6 weeks before the funder’s deadline.

If selected, confirm your intent to submit the full proposal within 2-3 business days. If you choose not to proceed or don’t confirm, the next eligible applicant may be invited to submit.

Work with your Grant Coordinator to complete and submit your full proposal before the sponsor’s deadline, ensuring it meets all sponsor and UNO requirements.

Additional Information:

Compliance: Ensure your proposal follows both sponsor guidelines and UNO policies, as noncompliance may lead to disqualification.
Record Keeping: ORCA keeps records of all limited submission applications, selections, and final submissions for reporting and institutional tracking.

Questions?

Contact us at unosponpro@unomaha.edu

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