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Current as of October 02, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(a) Except where otherwise prohibited by law, any public or private research or educational institution or organization shall be eligible to apply for and to receive a grant award under this part, provided that the applicant qualifies as a responsible grantee under the criteria set forth in paragraph (b) of this section.
(b) To qualify as responsible, an applicant must meet the following standards as they relate to a particular project:
(1) Adequate financial resources for performance, the necessary experience, organizational and technical qualifications, and facilities, or a firm commitment, arrangement, or ability to obtain same (including by proposed subagreements);
(2) Ability to comply with the proposed or required completion schedule for the project;
(3) Satisfactory record of integrity, judgment, and performance, including, in particular, any prior performance under grants or contracts from the Federal government;
(4) Adequate financial management system and audit procedures that provide efficient and effective accountability and control of all funds, property, and other assets; and
(5) Otherwise be qualified and eligible to receive a grant under the applicable laws and regulations.
(c) Any applicant who is determined to be not responsible will be notified in writing of such finding and the basis therefor.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 7. Agriculture § 7.3415.3 Eligibility requirements - last updated October 02, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-7-agriculture/cfr-sect-7-3415-3/
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