No Cost Extensions

No cost extensions lengthen the period of performance beyond the original expiration date in order to finish a project.
These extensions are without additional award amounts.
Most federal agencies allow the institution to add up to one year to the final year of a research grant (not contract), so long as there is timely notification to the sponsor.
You must provide a justification for the extension, which cannot be granted simply to spend out remaining dollars.
Plan ahead if a no cost extension will be needed! Sponsors often require prior approval or have deadlines for requesting no cost extensions.
Contact your Sponsored Programs Grant Manager as soon as you anticipate the need for an extension.