MOU's are not intended and generally do not produce measurable outcomes. Partnership activities separate and apart from formal agreements are reportable within the guidance provided by this document. Process Steps to Developing a Partnership Agreement Following are specific process steps which should be taken to develop these types of agreements along with a recommended format for the written document which constitutes the particular agreement made. Agreements must be focused to accomplish specific program objectives, within specified time frames and within available or planned resources. This is to ensure adequate funding of partnership activities.
Annual renewal is recommended for longer-term initiatives.
As part of ORA's development and implementation of partnerships, Partnership Originating Offices are responsible for initiating discussions with Center and other appropriate headquarters personnel regarding partnership activities. Serve in a consultative capacity to ORA Field and headquarters components in the development of partnership agreements. This notification may be in the form of informational copies of partnership agreements, activity summaries, or other mechanism selected by the Chair. Identify, and develop policies to enhance partnership development. Field Committee Chairs, in consultation with Center personnel, should seek to develop partnership strategies to accomplish program objectives.