Code of Federal Regulations Title 34. Education § 34.606.21 What are the selection criteria for planning grants?

(1) The planning process is clearly and comprehensively described and based on sound planning practice;

(2) The president or chief executive officer, administrators and other institutional personnel, students, and governing board members systematically and consistently will be involved in the planning process;

(3) The applicant will use its own resources to help implement the project;  and

(4) The planning process is likely to achieve its intended results.

(1) The past experience and training of key personnel such as the project coordinator and persons who have key roles in the planning process are suitable to the tasks to be performed;  and

(2) The time commitments of key personnel are adequate.

(1) The procedures for managing the project are likely to ensure effective and efficient project implementation;  and

(2) The project coordinator has sufficient authority, including access to the president or chief executive officer, to conduct the project effectively.