Prepare Your Proposal

All sponsored program proposals submitted on behalf of the University and its faculty and staff must comply with all applicable federal, state, and University policies and regulations before they are approved for submission. The following links include information on policies and regulations that must be taken into consideration during proposal preparation.

Identify SPS Staff Who Will Assist You

• SPS Staff by Department

UB Information

• Authorized Officials
• Federal/State/Other I.D. Numbers
• Legislative Districts

Locate Sponsor Information

• Federal
• Private
• Government

Federal Sponsor Toolkits

Prepare Budget

Budget Basics

• Cost-Sharing
• F&A Rates
• Fringe Rates
• Salary Information
• Review of draft budget by SPS

Review Policies and Request Approvals

• Approval Form
  • Hardcopy Approval Form
  • Electronic Approval Form
• IRB
• IACUC
• Research Policies and Procedures
• Guidance on Preparing Collaborative Proposals
• Locate colleagues using COS Expertise