This page will be updated to reflect available information related to a Federal Government Shutdown.

Latest Updates to this page: December 21, 2024

UPDATE (Dec. 21, 2024): Lawmakers have passed a continuing resolution to fund the U.S. government through March 14, 2025 – temporarily averting a federal government shutdown. The Institute continues to monitor the situation and will provide updates as the situation develops.
 

Georgia Tech Prepares for Potential Federal Government Shutdown

As a result of proactive financial planning by a Georgia Tech working group, Institute operations are not expected to be immediately affected. The longer a shutdown lasts, the greater the likelihood that operational changes would be necessary.

The U.S. government is rapidly approaching its Dec. 20 deadline to agree on federal spending for the fiscal year, which began on Oct. 1. The continuing resolution is set to expire today at midnight. If an agreement is not reached by the deadline, it will result in a government shutdown, which will affect many programs, including the federal contracting work performed by Georgia Tech.

“Currently, Georgia Tech receives more than $100 million per month of federal funding for research activities,” said Jennifer Bentson, associate vice president for Finance and Planning. “We actively plan for these types of situations, and the Institute is well-positioned in the short term. However, if there is a prolonged federal government shutdown, we would need to take measures to further preserve cash and maintain campus operations.”

Leadership continues to monitor the situation and is ready to implement strategies to help ensure business continuity in the event of a federal government shutdown. Mitigation strategies include monitoring cash balances, accelerating federal invoicing, and assessing the need to defer major purchases and non-essential travel.

No effects to Institute operations are expected during winter break when the campus is closed. More information, including how specific federal agencies are affected, will be provided as the situation develops and campus reopens.

How Would a Federal Government Shutdown Affect Georgia Tech?

As a result of proactive financial planning, most Institute operations would not be immediately affected. The longer a shutdown lasts, the greater the likelihood that operational changes would be necessary.  

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Agency News and Contingency Plans

 

Proposal Submissions

Grants.Gov (we use Cayuse at Georgia Tech) and Research.Gov will be operational and accepting proposals if there is a shutdown.  Please proceed with your proposal submissions in a normal fashion. 

 

General Guidance During a Shutdown

  • Active grant and contract activity should continue but be mindful of your budget, particularly under contracts with limitation of funds or costs terms.
  • Sponsors may decide not to allow application submissions.
  • Expect delays and lack of federal communications from affected agencies related to your proposals. It is possible that some websites may go dark. You should consider downloading or copying information that is important to your work in case it becomes unavailable.
  • Agency personnel may not be available for approvals, support or administrative functions.
  • Affected agencies may temporarily stop making payments.

  • The Office of Sponsored Programs will monitor the situation and communicate changes to federal and sponsor guidance. Check this website frequently.

     

Frequently Asked Questions

For other questions or assistance, please contact your OSP Contracting Officer:
Government & Not-For-Profit Contracting for GTRC (Academic Units/RI) Directorate
Government & Not-For-Profit Contracting for GTARC (GTRI) Directorate
Corporate & International Contracting Directorate