Cisco College

Cisco College is a state-controlled educational institution located in Cisco, Texas, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since 2005. As a local government-owned institution of higher learning, the college primarily engages with federal agencies through research and development grants, with a particular focus on scientific exploration and community-based research initiatives. While not currently holding federal contract vehicle status, Cisco College has demonstrated significant capability in receiving and managing federal grant awards across multiple domains.

The college's federal contract and sub-award history reveals a focused approach to law enforcement support and equipment procurement. Through sub-awards from the Governor's Office of Texas, Cisco College has facilitated specialized law enforcement equipment acquisitions, including an all-terrain utility vehicle (UTV) for patrol activities and supporting technology that enhances peace officer training capabilities. These sub-awards indicate the institution's commitment to supporting local public safety infrastructure and providing specialized equipment that enables more effective law enforcement operations in challenging terrain or training environments.

Cisco College's federal grant awards prominently feature scientific research and pandemic relief funding. The most significant recent award is a $1,089,843 NASA grant for "Enhanced NEO Detection by a Network of Citizen Scientists (Phase 3)", which aims to expand scientific knowledge through citizen science investigations related to near-Earth object monitoring. Additionally, the college received multiple CARES Act grants from the Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education, including Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund allocations during the COVID-19 pandemic. These grants totaled approximately $364,381 and were designed to provide financial support to the institution during a critical period. The diversity of these grant awards demonstrates Cisco College's versatility in accessing federal funding across research, educational support, and emergency relief domains.