NTC FY2007

2nd Year Continuing Proposals

Those with 06 in the Project Number

Project Proposal Submission & Evaluation Process

NOTICE:

These instructions are for 2nd Year Continuing Proposals ONLY. A 2nd year continuing project has the year 06 in the project code, e.g. C06-CD04.

If you are seeking funds for a project with 05 in its number, submit a

3rd Year Continuing Proposal - Click Here

If you are seeking funding for a NEW project - Click Here!!

Year 04 or earlier is not eligible for continuing funds, but you can submit a new proposal to extend the work. It will be given a new number and you should rename the project.

If you have questions or concerns please ask your Site Director or contact the Executive Director.

Master Calendar

October 31, 2006: University site director submits proposals with 06 in the code to Phoebe Doherty
January 5, 2007: University Site Director Submits Budgets to the Director's Office.
March 1, 2007: Proposals Submitted to Commerce Dept.
May 1, 2007: Work on FY2007 Proposals Commences
April 30, 2008: End of FY2007 Budget

General Instructions

QUICK INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROJECT PROPOSALS:

You MUST use the same Proposal Number as in the FY2006 Application for Continuance to Commerce. If there is any doubt, please consult that budget book.
Download the Microsoft Word template. NOTE. This is a new document. DO NOT USE A PREVIOUS VERSION. See FAQ for further details.
Complete the template. Your proposal can be no longer than 3 pages, including diagrams and pictures. WARNING: It will be automatically rejected if it is longer than three pages and does not contain all the sections in the template.
Save the file in pdf format. There is an Adobe PDF driver built into the Word program. Name the file the same as the project number e.g. C06-AE14.pdf. NOTE: The number stays the same for the entire life of the project.
Email the pdf file to your SITE DIRECTOR. The site director will confirm the Proposal Number and forward the proposal via email to Phoebe Doherty (pdoherty@magpage.com).

WHAT IS NEW THIS YEAR:

As in previous years, there is NO Evaluation of 2nd Year Projects. They will automatically be included in the FY2007 Budget. However, you MUST submit a proposal to be included in the budget. If you don't submit a proposal, we will assume you do not want to be included in the FY2007 Budget.
Budgets are not required until January 5, 2007. The new budget template will be available by then.
The submission form has been changed. YOU MUST USE the new form.
The proposal must again be submitted in pdf format.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I download the NTC Proposal Templates?

A: Click on the template file below. It is an MSWord file. You may get a "Warning: There is a possible security hazard" dialog box. Be sure "Save it to disk" is selected. (If it opens in your browser, be sure to "File/Save As" from the browser menu bar.) Select desired folder for the save download and click on "Save."

Application Forms

NTC Continuing Project Template

Q: Why must I submit the project in PDF format?

A: The information you submit is used in a number of reports. By standardizing on one system, we will be able to shorten the time to produce the final documents and maintain a higher quality document. You can include diagrams and tables and be certain how they will look. We have restricted the margins and headings to give a consistent look.

Q: What is a simple way to fill in the Word Template?

A: First, ask your site director to show you the Final Budget Book submitted to Commerce March 1, 2006. Your proposal will look something like the 2nd year proposals in it. Examine the template carefully. Please DO NOT change any of the heading styles or fonts. The instructions for each section are in the template. Please erase the instructions and replace with your own words. Convert the fields that are red to black. Do not enter page numbers. Do not use Word's automatic footnote feature, but you can type the number in manually. Do NOT use for shared editing!!

Q: How do I create the PDF document?

A: All versions of Word have an option under "File/Print" to create a PDF document. The Printer Name box should include an option for saving to Adobe PDF.

Q: Will the Budget Process be different as well?

A: No. However, there will be a new template for this year, and it MUST be used.

Q: Where do I get general help for the entire process?

A: Your site director is your best source of guidance. If you want additional information, please do not hesitate to email Marty Jacobs, NTC Executive Director. Our objective is to put forward the very best projects. We want you to look good.