Individuals, corporations, foundations, associations, and government groups external to CSU except federal assistance funding. Governmental entities, corporations, foundations, associations, and other non-profit groups. Standard University Service Agreement or Customer Purchase Order or agreement. Grant award notice, contract, or cooperative agreement. Funds are not exchanged for anything of value.
Acknowledgment of receipt is the only external reporting requirement.
Non-routine activity which involves data collection and analysis and typically generates new knowledge. May be pilot study or work in phases. Product or service is specified in the contract or written agreement made with the sponsor. The use of funds is restricted by the terms of the grant or award and may also be restricted by federal regulations and requirements. There is limited budget flexibility.