Each NSF Engine must develop a comprehensive Evaluation Plan containing baselines; benchmarks; Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Timely (SMART) goals; and targets specific to its region of service as well as topic area, including key technology focus area(s). The plan should include methods to assess the progress made toward achieving the goals and milestones of the programmatic activities taking place within an NSF Engine as well as the overall goals of the NSF Engine. Through the evaluation process, successful teams will at a minimum demonstrate: The "added value" of being funded as an NSF Engine (rather than a set of individually funded projects); Benefits to the region of service through creation and retention of high-quality jobs with family-sustaining pay and good benefits and other inclusive economic opportunities; Effectiveness of partnerships with diverse stakeholders; Achievement of strategic goals shared by the lead and partnering organizations; Integration of a meaningful culture of inclusion across all aspects of the NSF Engine, including the leadership team, key drivers of ecosystem change, and operations...
