Contracting Process
Our Contract Review & Approval Process
Step 1: Contract Submission
External entities submit proposed agreements for review.
Step 2: Legal & Compliance Review
Contracts are assessed for compliance with financial, legal, and regulatory standards.
Step 3: Approval & Execution
Once approved, contracts are signed and executed.
Typical Timelines
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Standard contracts: 30–90 business days
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Complex agreements: Up to 90 business days
Need to submit a contract? Contact us at ELPContractDept@ttep.edu for guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Contracting Services Department, in coordination with IT, Purchasing, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Research and legal offices.
Vendor agreements, service contracts, research collaborations, and any document committing institutional resources.
Yes, contracts must be submitted in an editable format (e.g., Word format only; no
PDFs) for review.