Cooperative agreements serves as an official framework for exploring partnership activities and identify future endeavors. If a specific collaborative project is identified between the two institutions, an addendum or additional agreement must be developed to outline the details of the project.
Working or acting together willingly for a common purpose or benefit.
Co-op is the short form for co-operative. Co-op (or Co-operative) housing is very popular in Sydney. Ian shops at a food co-op where he earns a membership dividend.
A legal instrument (award) of financial assistance between a sponsor and a recipient.
Regardless of the specific content, ensure your agreements always contain the following from a structural perspective: The purpose of the cooperation. Details of all parties. Details of the cooperation. Duties of all parties. Payment structure. Term and termination. Confidentiality clause.
A cooperative agreement is another form of financial aid. The granting agency and the grantee work together to carry out the purpose of the award. Contracts are financial transactions. Federal agencies buy property or services for their direct benefit or use from a service provider.
The purpose of a grant is to provide assistance; there is generally little involvement by the sponsor, and the award instrument refers to general terms and conditions. Cooperative agreements also provide assistance, but with substantial sponsor involvement, typically described in a set of specific terms.