The proposing department should make it clear to other parties that ultimate University approval of the contract can only be conferred by a University official holding delegated contract signature authority. The individual with the most knowledge of the desired relationship or transaction should conduct the negotiations. Contact the Contracts Officer in Business Affairs or the Office of the Attorney General for assistance with the agreement. These officials may provide insight in anticipating and negotiating duties and obligations included in the contract. Drafting The proposing department is responsible for originating contract drafts, although assistance may be provided by the Attorney General's Office or the Contract Officer.
Recitals Describe the purposes or objectives for the agreement.
Include the funding, personnel, equipment, good faith efforts, or other resources obligated by that party. Also include the duration of the obligation and when performance is required. Address the anticipated steps for each party's discharge of its obligations and any anticipated issues or problems. These clauses address such items as, termination for convenience, termination for cause, nondiscrimination, governing law, indemnification, hold harmless, assignment, etc. Review Route the initial draft of the proposed agreement to the Contracts Officer and the Office of the Attorney General.