The No-Cost Extension Request Procedures:

In order to request a no-cost extension under UW funds 133 or 144 (excluding NSF), please provide the following to RSP:

Include (either in a letter on departmental letterhead or via email depending on agency and RSP requirements) the agency project number, principal investigator name, project title, UW-Madison fund-account number, award period, requested end date, PI contact information, and signatures (not required for email or electronic signature if available) from the principal investigator, Dean's office, and RSP. The letter/email should also include a clear justification statement, summary of progress to date, estimate of funds remaining, and timetable for completion.

If a letter is needed, please use the Letter Template.

If the request letter cannot be done at the time a no-cost extension is needed then a Provisional Request for Time Extension form (not needed for FDP first request) needs to be filled out. This allows Research and Sponsored Programs to do a provisional change to the University’s accounting records in advance of the official request.

**Note** A no-cost extension must be requested in advance of the end date of the award based on agency requirements. For further information or questions, contact the designated RSP Accountant.