To ensure Sri Lanka remains competitive in global science and technology research, it is crucial to establish laboratories with modern infrastructure. This initiative aims to support universities and R&D institutions by providing funds for the purchase of necessary spare parts for the repair and maintenance of research equipment. By addressing equipment maintenance needs, this scheme facilitates uninterrupted research and experimental development, ultimately contributing to the socio-economic development of Sri Lanka.
Criteria
- Equipment requiring spare parts must be registered in the National Instrument Database (NID) of the National Science Foundation (NSF) and located in a laboratory at a state university or research institute in Sri Lanka.
- Priority will be given for applicants with an on-going NSF grant.
- Priority will be given to multi-user equipment. The equipment should be used by a substantial number of students and researchers.
- Applications for many spare parts from one division/department/unit will be considered only with a strong justification on the requirement.
- Maximum funding limit per spare part is Rs. 500,000/=.
- Spare parts exceeding Rs. 500,000/= will only be considered with substantial justification.
- Matching contributions are allowed within this programme, and are required for any spare part request that exceed the maximum limit.
- Any additional cost on the spare part incurred due to unexpected price escalation should be borne by applicant’s institute.
How to Apply
Completed application form(s) together with copies of three (03) valid quotations from local suppliers or one (01) quotation from the respective manufacturer/sole agent, together with applicant’s recommendation for selection of the requested spare parts should be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by 30-08-2024 (3: 00 p.m.). Please indicate the name of the scheme applied as the subject of the e-mail.
Please note that the grants will be awarded based on the availability of funds. Application forms, guidelines and other relevant information could be downloaded from here
NSF decision pertaining to outcome of processing of applications will be the final and not open for further discussion.
Late, incomplete and inaccurate applications will not be processed