Frequently-Asked Questions

When do I need to use an eGC1?

Sponsored Programs and Non-Award Agreements related to an active or pending sponsored program, or designed to result in a sponsored program require an eGC1.

Review more information on Sponsored Program determination:

• Sponsored Program Indicators
• Sponsored Program or Service?
• GIM 34: Classification of External Support as Either a Sponsored Program or a Gift

eGC1s are required for:

• Pre-applications, Pre-proposals, Letters of Intent / Interest requiring authorized official (AO) submission/sign-off or that contain budget details.
  • Internal GIM 19 deadlines apply.
• Proposals  (competing and supplemental) for Research, Instruction and Other Sponsored Activity.
  • This includes when a PI is applying for additional funding for year 3, or applying for an administrative supplement.
• Revised applications replacing most or all of a previously submitted proposal.
  
• Resubmission
• Transfer from another institution
• After-the-Fact proposals/awards: Review GIM 1, ATF eGC1s
  
• Non-award agreements (NAAs) and Non-award agreement continuations:  Review Agreement Types for more information.
  • Walk through OSP Agreement Decision Tree
  • Review NAA eGC1 instructions

OSP will determine if unique situations not described here require an eGC1.

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More Information

• Submitting a proposal
• GIM 1: Review & Submission Requirements for Proposals – eGC1 Requirements
• Agreement Types
• OSP Agreement Decision Tree
• NAA eGC1 Instructions
• Who creates an Award Setup Request? 
• When will I need an eGC1 vs. create a Modification request?
• SAGE: Creating and Submitting eGC1s