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Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program: Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center

US · IL Administration for Community Living (ACL) / National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) grant unknown #HHS-2026-ACL-NIDILRR-DPKT-0211

Summary

The Administration for Community Living (ACL), through the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR), is forecasting a grant opportunity under the Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program to fund a Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center (MSKTC). The MSKTC is expected to synthesize and translate research findings from NIDILRR's Model Systems programs into accessible, evidence-based resources for people with disabilities, caregivers, clinicians, and researchers. This is a forecasted opportunity, meaning full details and solicitation documents have not yet been released.

What they want

Fund and operate a Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center (MSKTC) under the DRRP Program. The center is expected to: (1) synthesize research findings generated by NIDILRR-funded Model Systems programs (e.g., Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Burn Injury); (2) translate findings into plain-language, accessible materials for consumers, caregivers, and clinicians; (3) disseminate knowledge products through appropriate channels; and (4) collaborate with Model Systems grantees and other stakeholders. Full scope details are pending release of the formal solicitation.
Deliverables
  • Knowledge translation products (fact sheets, consumer guides, clinical summaries)
  • Synthesized research summaries from Model Systems programs
  • Dissemination and outreach activities
  • Collaboration with NIDILRR Model Systems grantees

How they evaluate

Submission: Grants.gov electronic submission (anticipated, based on forecasted federal grant opportunity)

Risks & flags

  • Forecasted status only — full solicitation not yet released, limiting preparation time for new entrants once published
  • MSKTC is a historically incumbent-held, specialized center — prior awardees have deep institutional knowledge that may be difficult to compete against
  • Opportunity number suggests a specific program track (DPKT), which may narrow eligible applicants to organizations with existing Model Systems relationships

Market context

inferred from NAICS
R&D in Physical, Engineering, Life Sciences (except Nanotech & Biotech)
NAICS 541715
US market size
$95B
Typical award
$100K – $50M+
Typical buyers
DoDNSFNIHNASADOE
Commonly required
DCAA-compliant accountingITARCMMC L2
Public Administration
NAICS 923120
US market size
n/a — buyer side
Typical award
n/a
Typical buyers
Internal

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