• When researchers receive a Notice of Award or Selection, they forward it to the CO.
  • The CO reviews the award documents and negotiates any terms and conditions.
  • Unacceptable terms are removed or mitigated during negotiation.
  • Outstanding compliance concerns are addressed before acceptance.
  • Only the CO has the authority to accept and execute the award.
  • After execution, an award (AWD) number is generated, and researchers can view the award details in the Contracting Information System (CIS).