Guidance Resources Moved to USDA.gov
To comply with Executive Order 13891, NIFA is reviewing all online resources to identify guidance documents and webpages. The content on this page may have moved and may now be accessible on the new USDA Guidance Portal. If the content was moved, you can access the content directly on the portal by clicking the button link below.
Frequently Asked Questions associated with the prior approval for equipment requirements implemented for capacity grantees. The FAQ contains information about the requirements, types of general and special purpose equipment, methods to make requests, content of requests, and review timeframes.
Page last updated: March 16, 2026