On January 24, 2025, Department of Energy Office of Science (SC) issued Amendment 00001 to the FY2025 Continuation of Solicitation for the Office of Science Financial Assistance Program DE-FOA-0003432. If you see similar guidance in other solicitations, reach out to your RAS CA for assistance.
The amendment's updates include a new Appendix 6: Transparency of Foreign Connections. See the updated DOE Proposal Checklist [PDF] for guidance on completing the appendix.
The amendment also:
- Removes references to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Removes references to PIER plans
- Updates regulatory requirements from Title 2 CFR
- Updates research, technology and economic security provisions, including Appendix 6.