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| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Notice of Award | Usually comes to OSPA, but occasionally to PI. PI should send notice and accompanying documents to OSPA. |
| OSPA Review | OSPA reviews the award documents. |
| Negotiation | If there are terms in the award agreement that the university cannot accept, OSPA will attempt to negotiate more favorable terms. |
| Acceptance | OSPA will accept the award on behalf of the university and the PI(s). |
| Account Setup | After a fully executed agreement has been received, OSPA will setup the account. All compliance approvals must be in place before the PI will have access to funds. |
| Commence Project Work | PI performs the work described in the proposal and approved by the funding agency. |
| Closeout | OSPA will assist with final financial reports. PI prepares the final project report. OSPA approves the final project report and provides the university signature if required by the funding agency. |