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NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation of Emerging Technology Implementation and Impact for Law Enforcement Purposes

US · DC National Institute of Justice (NIJ), Office of Justice Programs, U › S › Department of Justice grant open #O-NIJ-2025-172616
Response due Jun 15, 2026 · 00:00 UTC

Summary

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is soliciting research and evaluation proposals focused on the implementation and impact of emerging technologies for law enforcement purposes. This is a federal grant opportunity under NIJ's FY2025 funding cycle. The solicitation seeks to advance knowledge on how new and evolving technologies are adopted, deployed, and affect outcomes in law enforcement contexts. The opportunity is posted via Grants.gov and is open for proposals from eligible applicants.

What they want

Research and evaluation of emerging technology implementation and its impact for law enforcement purposes. Awardees are expected to conduct empirical research or rigorous evaluation studies examining how emerging technologies are being implemented within law enforcement agencies and what effects those technologies have on operations, civil liberties, community relations, or other relevant outcomes. Specific deliverables, budget ceilings, and technical requirements are not detailed in the synopsis text provided.

How they evaluate

Submission: Grants.gov federal grants portal (electronic submission)

Risks & flags

  • Synopsis only — full solicitation details, budget ceilings, eligibility restrictions, and evaluation criteria are not included in the posted text, limiting competitive intelligence.
  • Note: 'FY25' in the title but open/close dates fall in 2026, suggesting a delayed posting or fiscal year labeling inconsistency — verify alignment with actual appropriations cycle.

Market context

inferred from NAICS
Professional, Scientific & Technical Services
NAICS 541720
US market size
$2.0T
Typical award
$25K – $50M
Typical buyers
All federal civilianDoDStates
Commonly required
8(a)WOSBSDVOSBPE/PMP

Sector-level estimate — full code lookup not yet in catalog.

NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation of Emergi…
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