Welcome to the Office of Program Evaluation and Performance (OPEP)

The Office of Program Evaluation and Performance (OPEP) provides a convenient, centralized location for program evaluation and performance resources. OPEP administers the NIH Evaluation Set-Aside Program and coordinates the preparation of NIH performance plans and reports, including those required by the Government Performance and Results Act (GRPA). OPEP also provides guidance to Institutes and Centers and NIH offices about emerging issues in program evaluation and performance reporting.