Common use of Project Initiation Clause in Contracts

Project Initiation. When a demonstration project is considered, the Union and the Department are encouraged to jointly request demonstration authority from OPM and jointly develop the details of the demonstration project. When the Department receives notification from OPM, another federal agency, or some other public or private organization that a research and demonstration project will be conducted, the Department will notify the Union. The Department agrees not to enter into any research or demonstration project affecting unit employees without first meeting its obligation to consult or negotiate with the Union. The Union will receive the following without cost on a semiannual basis: Information concerning research programs or demonstration projects proposed to OPM by the Department; and, Data and reports of research provided to the Department by OPM or other federal agencies which concern research projects affecting unit employees. Employees participating in any activity covered by this article shall have their participation noted and placed in their eOPF.