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Flexible Research Contracting

By leveraging flexible government contracting mechanisms like OTA and BAA, organizations secure rapid, mission-aligned research funding, because these pathways reduce bureaucratic barriers and enable faster collaboration with federal agencies. This strategy prioritizes agility in research funding acquisition by utilizing non-traditional government contracting tools that bypass standard procurement delays. Unlike traditional grant mechanisms, OTAs and BAAs allow nonprofits to respond quickly to emerging scientific priorities and partner directly with federal agencies on high-impact biomedical research, making them particularly effective for time-sensitive or innovative projects.

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  • Securing Federal Research Awards ASU RESEARCH ENTERPRISE
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    Secures federal research awards to fund various research initiatives, having secured $18 million in fiscal year 2025.