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Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas - Recruitment of Established Investigators - RFA R-27.1-REI (2026)

Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas | State of Texas logoCancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas | State of Texas
Due
Jun 21, 2027
226 days left
Posted
Jun 23, 2026
Contract term
5 years

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) invites applications for the Recruitment of Established Investigators (REI) under RFA R-27.1-REI to bolster cancer research in Texas by attracting world-class research scientists. Grants of up to $4,000,000 for a 5-year period may be requested to support established academic leaders and full professors. The program focuses on cancer biology, causation, prevention, detection, treatment, survivorship, computational oncology, and clinical trials. Applications must be submitted via the CPRIT Application Receipt System (CARS) portal with continuous submission and multiple review cycles through June 2027. Required application components include a summary of nomination, layperson's summary, specific aims, institutional commitment letter providing at least a 50% match, letter of support from department chair, CV, research plan, publications, timeline, and current/pending support. Evaluation criteria emphasize the quality of the principal investigator, scientific merit of the proposed research, relevance to cancer research, and strength of institutional support.

What you must deliver

Summary of Nomination, Layperson's Summary, Summary of Specific Aims and Subaims, Specific Aims and Subaims, Institutional Commitment (3 pages), Letter of Support from Department Chair (up to 2 pages), Curriculum Vitae (CV), Research (4 pages), Publications/References (1 page), Research Collaboration/Synergy Plan (2 pages), Publications (5 most significant), Timeline (1 page), Current and Pending Support, Research Environment (1 page), Descriptive Biography (up to 2 pages)

How it's scored

Quality of the PI, Scientific Merit of Proposed Research, Relevance of PI's Research, Research Environment, Strength of institutional commitment

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Summary

The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) invites applications for the Recruitment of Established Investigators (REI) under RFA R-27.1-REI to bolster cancer research in Texas by attracting world-class research scientists.

Grants of up to $4,000,000 for a 5-year period may be requested to support established academic leaders and full professors. The program focuses on cancer biology, causation, prevention, detection, treatment, survivorship, computational oncology, and clinical trials. Applications must be submitted via the CPRIT Application Receipt System (CARS) portal with continuous submission and multiple review cycles through June 2027. Required application components include a summary of nomination, layperson's summary, specific aims, institutional commitment letter providing at least a 50% match, letter of support from department chair, CV, research plan, publications, timeline, and current/pending support. Evaluation criteria emphasize the quality of the principal investigator, scientific merit of the proposed research, relevance to cancer research, and strength of institutional support.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

5
  • Quality of the PI
  • Scientific Merit of Proposed Research
  • Relevance of PI's Research
  • Research Environment
  • Strength of institutional commitment

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

15
  • Summary of Nomination
  • Layperson's Summary
  • Summary of Specific Aims and Subaims
  • Specific Aims and Subaims
  • Institutional Commitment (3 pages)
  • Letter of Support from Department Chair (up to 2 pages)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research (4 pages)
  • Publications/References (1 page)
  • Research Collaboration/Synergy Plan (2 pages)
  • Publications (5 most significant)
  • Timeline (1 page)
  • Current and Pending Support
  • Research Environment (1 page)
  • Descriptive Biography (up to 2 pages)

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

4
  • Institutional commitment letter
  • Signed statement for Scholar Awards
  • Biosketches of collaborators
  • Current and pending support document
Submit to
https://CPRITGrants.org
Scope location
Austin, TX
Reported agency
Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas | State of Texas?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 21, 2027. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://CPRITGrants.org.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas | State of Texas in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.

What happens after the RFP submission deadline?

After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Summary of Nomination, Layperson's Summary, Summary of Specific Aims and Subaims, Specific Aims and Subaims, Institutional Commitment (3 pages), Letter of Support from Department Chair (up to 2 pages), Curriculum Vitae (CV), Research (4 pages), Publications/References (1 page), Research Collaboratio. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.

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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?

This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Quality of the PI, Scientific Merit of Proposed Research, Relevance of PI's Research, Research Environment, Strength of institutional commitment" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas | State of Texas?

All active and historical solicitations from Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas | State of Texas are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas | State of Texas regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.

What is the contract term for this solicitation?

The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.

Is this solicitation still open for submissions?

Based on the posted deadline of June 21, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.

What documents are required to bid on this RFP?

Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Institutional commitment letter, signed statement for Scholar Awards, biosketches of collaborators, current and pending support document. Review the full document from Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas | State of Texas for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Austin, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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