Technical Testing and Facility Use

Technical Testing and Facility Use

Technical Testing Agreements (TTA) and Facility Use Agreements (FUA) – Formerly processed by Sponsored Programs Administration

Technical testing is a specific service by which the University uses unique University equipment or facilities to test provided materials/items and deliver results without interpretation or analysis.

• TTA Under $10k template (Note: This template, with no changes, may be signed by Unit Head)
• TTA Over $10k template
• TTA Amendment

Facilities Use Agreements (FUA) for scientific spaces and equipment only (not general campus space rental) set forth the terms under which the University will provide permission for a third party to use specific University facilities, equipment and resources for research and development purposes. Examples of Facility Use: Use of research lab, use of specialized equipment or computers.

• FUA Under $10k template (Note: This template, with no changes, may be signed by Unit Head)
• FUA Over $10k template
• FUA Amendment

For more information, see also:

OBFS Policy 22.3 Management and Accounting for Facility Use Agreements (FUAs) and Technical Testing Agreements (TTAs)

Technical Testing Services Agreements (TTAs) and Facility Use Agreements (FUAs) | Sponsored Programs Administration (illinois.edu)