Types of Agreements
The University of Colorado Boulder 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 Boulder are accepted under the signature authority of the Office of Contracts and Grants (OCG). These agreements, including incoming subagreements, usually require negotiation between CU Boulder and the sponsor, and always require OCG's approval and signature.
Frequently Used Agreements
Information about the most common types of sponsored project agreements can be found on the pages listed below and in the navigation at right:
- Federal Grants and Contracts
- Gifts
- Master Agreements
- Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs)
- Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs)
- Data Transfer and Use Agreements (DTUAs/DUAs)
- Service Agreements
Additional Resources
Industry & Foundation Relations (IFR) at CU Boulder 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 Boulder supports sponsored projects with expertise in patents, copyrights, and licensing. Venture Partners at CU Boulder helps translate discovery into impact through intellectual property management services. They also connect campus personnel with a variety of commercialization programs within CU Boulder and the community.