Common use of Communication Plans Clause in Contracts

Communication Plans. Knowledge dissemination is an integral part of the Federally funded RD&D process. Effective dissemination requires planned, active, and coordinated participation of governmental entities and funded research partners. To ensure the effective dissemination of knowledge gained during this RD&D Project, the recipient will consult with NETL's Public Affairs staff to identify communication goals, objectives, and strategies. The recipient will make an initial contact for consultation within 30 days of the award date. The recipient will make subsequent contacts whenever progress on the Project warrants external communication, but no less than once a quarter. Actions and products designed to disseminate nonproprietary Project-related knowledge will be coordinated with NETL's Public Affairs staff. Examples of such actions and products include, but are not limited to: -- Press releases -- Articles in newspapers, newsletters, and magazines -- Papers in peer-reviewed journals -- Radio, television, and newspaper interviews -- Presentation of research results at conferences, workshops, and seminars -- Publication of results on web pages -- Information for government officials When issuing statements, press releases, requests for proposals, bid solicitations, and other documents describing this Project, the Recipient shall acknowledge federal funding by clearly stating (1) the percentage of the total cost of the Project which will be financed with Federal money, and (2) the dollar amount of Federal funds for the Project. All Recipient press releases shall be reviewed and approved by DOE prior to issuance. Therefore, the Recipient shall, at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the planned issue date, submit a draft copy to the Contracting Officer of any planned press releases related to work performed under this award. The Contracting Officer will then obtain necessary reviews and clearances and provide the Recipient with the results of such reviews prior to the planned issue date.