Types of Agreements
The University of Colorado 51´«Ã½ enters into many types of agreements to support sponsored projects. These agreements may or may not be funded. Sponsors could be the federal government, foundations, other universities, or industry. These relationships are governed by terms defining each party’s rights and obligations. The intention of the parties and associated terms determine the type of agreement and signature authority.
Many sponsored project agreements received by CU 51´«Ã½ are accepted under the signature authority of the Office of Contracts and Grants (OCG). These agreements, including incoming subagreements, usually require negotiation between CU 51´«Ã½Ìýand the sponsor,Ìýand always require OCG'sÌýapproval and signature.
Frequently Used Agreements
Information about the most commonÌýtypes of sponsored project agreementsÌýcan be found on the pages listed below and in the navigation at right:Ìý
- Federal Grants and Contracts
- Gifts
- Master Agreements
- Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs)
- Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs)Ìý
- Data Transfer and Use Agreements (DTUAs/DUAs)
- Service Agreements
Additional Resources
Industry & Foundation Relations (IFR) at CU 51´«Ã½ connects local, national, and international companies to the people, services, projects, and resources they need to support business growth and development.
Venture Partners at CU 51´«Ã½ÌýsupportsÌýsponsored projects with expertise in patents, copyrights, and licensing. Venture Partners at CU 51´«Ã½ helps translate discovery into impact through intellectual property management services. They also connect campus personnel with a variety of commercialization programs within CU 51´«Ã½Ìýand the community.Ìý