How do I process contracts related to sponsored research - FAQ10
The Office of the Vice President for Research’s Office of Sponsored Projects Administration (SPA) is responsible for the handling of research proposals, as well as the preparation, interpretation, negotiation, and execution of agreements on behalf of the university, for projects funded by federal and state agencies, foundations, and other public and private sources. The SPA also drafts, negotiates, and executes awards and sub-awards for collaborative research. The processing of research related contracts and sub-awards are jointly coordinated by and the Procurement Department. If you are a recipient of a sponsored research grant or contract, please contact your sponsored projects manager for further guidance. Each school and Gelman Library has a sponsored projects manager; please consult the GW Research Directory to find your contact. If you are unsure of who to contact, please email osr
gwu [dot] edu or call (202) 994-6255. For additional information on contracts related to sponsored research, please refer to the university’s Sponsored Projects Handbook.