NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Research Bases (UG1 Clinical Trial Required)
About
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is one of three NOFOs for the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP). NCORP is designed to enhance generalizability and dissemination of clinical trial and other human subject research study results through accrual in a variety of community settings. The purpose of NCORP is to engage cancer patient populations, those at risk of cancer, and organizations in rigorous studies focused on cancer control, prevention, treatment and care delivery. NCORP is a community-based research network that: Designs and conducts clinical trials and other human subject studies for adults and children in cancer control, prevention, screening, and care delivery, as well as quality-of-life studies embedded within treatment trials; Enhances patient and provider access to treatment and imaging trials conducted under the National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN); NCORP will support the following components that will be individually awarded through the respective Request for Applications (RFAs) indicated below: NCORP Research Bases (UG1 Clinical Trials Required)(covered by this NOFO); NCORP Community Sites (UG1 Clinical Trials Not Allowed); andNCORP Academic Community Sites (UG1 Clinical Trials Not Allowed). NCORP Research Bases will serve as the program's research hubs and are expected to: Provide an established organizational structure, with scientific and statistical leadership for developing, implementing, and analyzing multi-insti.
The NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Research Bases (UG1 Clinical Trial Required) is a federally funded initiative from the National Cancer Institute designed to strengthen cancer research infrastructure across community-based settings nationwide. This program is ideal for organizations seeking to establish themselves as research hubs that conduct rigorous clinical trials and human subject studies focused on cancer control, prevention, screening, treatment, and care delivery. NCORP Research Bases serve as the program's research backbone, providing established organizational structures with scientific and statistical leadership for developing, implementing, and analyzing multi-institutional research initiatives. This funding opportunity is particularly valuable for organizations wanting to enhance patient and provider access to treatment and imaging trials through the National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN), and to improve the generalizability and dissemination of clinical trial results across diverse community settings. Organizations selected as Research Bases will lead the network's efforts to engage cancer patient populations, at-risk populations, and community organizations in meaningful research. If your organization has the capacity to serve as a research hub, demonstrate scientific expertise, and commit to advancing cancer research in community settings, this grant provides the infrastructure support necessary to make a significant impact on cancer outcomes.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
September 18, 2026
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Funding Range
Varies by funding cycle - refer to official NOFO
Deadline
2026-09-18
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual - Next deadline September 18, 2026
Best For
U.S.-based organizations with established research infrastructure, scientific leadership, and capacity to serve as community-based research hubs for multi-institutional oncology clinical trials
Eligibility
Refer to Section III. Eligibility Information in the NOFO for additional information on eligibility.Foreign Organizations/Foreign Collaborations:Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) are not eligible to apply.Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply.Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Research Bases (UG1 Clinical Trial Required)?
Eligible applicants must be domestic U.S. organizations. Foreign organizations and non-domestic components of U.S. organizations are not eligible to apply, though foreign components of U.S. organizations may participate. For complete eligibility requirements, including organizational capacity and research infrastructure standards, refer to Section III of the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) on the NCI website.
How much funding does NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Research Bases (UG1 Clinical Trial Required) provide?
Specific funding amounts vary and are not listed in the current information available. Visit the official NCI NCORP Research Bases NOFO page to view current funding levels and award ranges for this funding cycle.
How do I apply for NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Research Bases (UG1 Clinical Trial Required)?
Applications are submitted through the NIH grants submission system. The next deadline is September 18, 2026. Applicants should review the complete Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) on the National Cancer Institute website, prepare required documentation including organizational structure details, scientific leadership qualifications, and research plans, and submit through the standard NIH application portal. Contact the NCI program office directly for application guidance and technical assistance.
What can NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Research Bases (UG1 Clinical Trial Required) funding be used for?
Funding supports establishing research hubs that design and conduct clinical trials and human subject studies in cancer control, prevention, screening, treatment, and care delivery. Supported activities include developing multi-institutional research initiatives, providing scientific and statistical leadership, enhancing patient and provider access to treatment and imaging trials, and conducting quality-of-life studies embedded within treatment trials. Research Bases serve as central coordination points within the NCORP network.
Last updated: July 5, 2026