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What Is FastLane?
How Do I Obtain a FastLane Password?
When Does NSF Require P.I.s To Use FastLane? (Links to Relevant NSF Web Pages Are Provided Below.)
- Important Notice 126: NSF's Paperless Proposal and Award System -- Next Steps
  
  As stipulated in this Notice, effective October 1, 2000, ALL specified transactions with NSF, (including proposal submission) must be accomplished via use of the NSF FastLane system.

Important Notice 123: Working Toward a Paperless Proposal and Award System

What Information is Available to Assist P.I.s with FastLane Proposal Preparation and Submission?
- FastLane Frequently Asked Questions
- 10 Steps to Prepare Proposal (Includes Software Requirements)
- FastLane Electronic Proposal Submission (1.7 MB in PDF format)
- PI Tip Sheet for Proposal Preparation
- Instructions for Preparing and Submitting a Standard NSF Proposal Via FastLane
- Creating FastLane PDF Files
- Special Instructions to Prepare and Submit a Proposal to NSF Directorate for Biological Sciences
- NSF FastLane Contacts
What Do I Need to Know About Submitting a FastLane Proposal at the University of Pittsburgh?
FastLane Website
FastLane Development/Test Server (Use to try out FastLane features.)

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