7 USC 3318(b); Title 7, USC, Sections 1292b, 2269, 3318, 450a, 450b, and 450i; Title 15, USC, Section 3710; Title 20, USC, Section 195; Title 31, USC, Sections 1535
Description
Agreements between ARS and a sponsoring organization that involve cooperative research of mutual interest between both parties where ARS is paid in advance of performance.
In general, a Trust Fund Cooperative Agreement involves cooperative research between ARS and another party where ARS is paid in advance to conduct research. This agreement may also seek the private sector partner to share in the cost of a research project conducted by ARS. The agreement can also be used to allow private sector partners the use of laboratory facilities, which in some cases may require a formal lease.
Features/Characteristics
Trust Fund Cooperative Agreements are used when the relationship is with an individual or for-profit organizations and ARS plans to hire temporary employees or purchase major equipment to conduct the research work.
ARS requires payment in advance for work to be performed. An annual advance payment schedule should be included in the agreement.
I.P. and Resource Commitment
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Trust Fund Cooperative Agreement is similar to a CRADA, but does not provide for negotiating exclusive license and complete assurances of confidentiality.
Some or all funds are paid up front to ARS.
Other Agencies/Laboratories That Use This Mechanism
