Research Grant Lifecycle Management
This Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) establishes a standardized process for managing the entire research grant lifecycle at THiNK—from identifying funding opportunities to preparing projects for implementation after an award has been secured.
Purpose
This Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) establishes a standardized process for managing the entir...
How to Use This SOP
This document covers the full grant lifecycle in three interconnected phases: Part A – Grant Sea...
PART A – GRANT SEARCH AND IDENTIFICATION
Process
A.1 Objective To maintain a live pipeline of relevant and fundable opportunities aligned with THi...
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1 – Define Funding Priorities (Annual Exercise) At the beginning of each year, develop a one...
A.4 Review frequency
Activity Frequency Funding Alert Review Weekly Opportunity Tracker Review Mont...
New PART B – RESEARCH PROPOSAL WRITING PROCESS
B.1 Objective To transform a strategic funding opportunity into a competitive, compliant, and hig...
PART B – RESEARCH PROPOSAL WRITING PROCESS
B.1 Objective To transform a strategic funding opportunity into a competitive, compliant, and hig...
PART C — THE BRIDGE PERIOD: Award Notice → Funds Available
Objective
The period between receiving an award notice and receiving funds should be treated as a Project R...
Phase 1 — Immediate Response (Days 0–7)
Objectives Understand the terms of the award. Confirm acceptance requirements. Notify all r...
Phase 2 – Administrative and Financial Setup (Weeks 1–4)
Objectives Establish the administrative, financial, and contractual foundations necessary for imp...
Phase 3 – Team and Resource Planning (Weeks 2–8)
Objectives Ensure the necessary people, tools, and resources are ready before implementation begi...
Phase 4 – Project Infrastructure Development (Weeks 2–6)
Objectives Build the systems required to manage implementation effectively. Activities Develop th...
Phase 5 – Compliance and Reporting Setup (Weeks 4–8)
Objectives Ensure all ethical, legal, and reporting requirements are met before implementation. A...
Phase 6 – Pre-Launch Activities (Final 1–2 Weeks Before Project Start)
Objectives Confirm implementation readiness across all project functions. Activities 1. Conduct a...