I've been digging for a definite answer to a question, and thought I may get an answer faster if I just check with the group...

My question is in regards to 3rd tier subcontracts, and where their costs (direct and F&A) fall in the Primary institution's costs.

My Institution is submitting as a subcontract to the primary institution.  In addition, we also have a subcontract.

Questions is: do the direct costs from our subcontract only count towards the Primary Institution's direct cost limit, or must the Primary consider the F&A as part of their direct?

Does NIH keeps these separate - I think all subcontracts, no matter the tier, would be treated the same.  However, there are mixed opinions regarding this issue among the Institutions.

Has anyone experienced this before, or can any reference a policy that will help.

Thanks!

Sarah Gause
Grants Coordinator
Ctr for Research in Nutrition and Health Disparities
Arnold School of Public Health
University of South Carolina

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