The Center for the Advancement of Research and Excellence (CARE), powered by NIGP, invites faculty and doctoral students to submit proposals for original research that will drive innovation and deliver real-world solutions in public procurement. Through this annual Call for Research Proposals, CARE fosters collaboration between scholars and practitioners by funding studies that provide evidence-based insights, address urgent challenges, and inspire the next generation to choose procurement as a purposeful public service career.
Funding awards range from $2,500 to $10,000, with additional incentives for peer-reviewed or top-tier journal publications
Deadline: October 31, 2025