Prior Consultation Timeframes for Investigator-Initiated Clinical Trial Applications

Related SOP: Investigator-Initiated Clinical Trial Planning and Implementation Awards SOP

Image: Timeline describing the prior consultation steps. There is a text version provided in the bullets below.
Credit: NIAID

We strongly advise you to perform these steps well in advance of the dates listed.

  • PI should contact program officer (PO) to discuss idea no later than 10 weeks before deadline. For the extended R01 opportunity, allow 12 weeks instead.
  • Within two weeks after talking to PO, send prior consultation request in writing.
  • NIAID will provide prior consultation and a summary within six weeks after your request.
  • Include the NIAID prior consultation summary letter with the application.

For general information on investigator-initiated clinical trial planning and implementation awards, go to Investigator-Initiated Clinical Trial Resources.

Content last reviewed on September 25, 2015