Uniform Proposal Review

To ensure a uniform and consistent review of all proposals submitted by Northern Michigan University

All staff, facutly, and outside agencies affiliated with the university

This policy ensures a uniform and consistent review of all proposals submitted by Northern Michigan University to sponsors for funding, as well as compliance with sponsor/agency, state, federal, and university regulations and policies.

The Grants and Research department will provide the approved process to:

• Designate and define the responsibilities of an authorized organizational representative, the principal investigator, and the fiscal agent; 
• Certifiy and sign the proposal, including the responsibilities associated with each signature; and  
• Review, route, and approve the proposal.