Fort Hays State University

Fort Hays State University is a public academic institution located in Hays, Kansas, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since 2001. As a state-controlled institution of higher learning and non-profit educational organization, the university engages extensively with federal grant programs across multiple disciplines. While serving as a regional university, Fort Hays State University has demonstrated a significant capacity to receive and manage federal grant awards that support educational innovation, community development, and scientific research.

The university's federal grant portfolio reveals a diverse range of goods and services provided through prime and sub-awards across multiple federal agencies. Notable federal grant programs include the National Science Foundation's STEM Education initiatives, where FHSU has received awards to address rural teacher shortages, develop STEM education strategies, and improve science education quality. The university also works closely with the Small Business Administration's Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) program, providing management counseling and technical assistance to small businesses. Other significant federal grant activities include law enforcement training programs with the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services, health professions education enhancement through the Department of Education, and community-focused research projects with agencies like the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Sub-award partnerships frequently involve the Kansas Board of Regents, Wichita State University, and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, demonstrating FHSU's collaborative approach to implementing federal grant objectives across various domains including education, public safety, healthcare, and scientific research.