The NICHD issues and participates in various FOAs to support research activities and training using requests for applications (RFAs), program announcements (PAs/PARs), and requests for proposals (RFPs). In addition, NIH Guide Notices for NICHD provide updates on extramural policy issues related to funding and NICHD FOAs.
RFPs and Contracting Opportunities
Current RFPs and contracting opportunities related to the NICHD are available through the Federal Business Opportunities Web site.
Investigator-Initiated (Unsolicited) Projects
To submit unsolicited or investigator-initiated applications, use the appropriate NIH Parent Announcement.