News: contracts
Contract Management Essentials
AGD identified shortcomings in the University鈥檚 contract management and recordkeeping procedures. This article brings essential reminders to comply with the University's Contracts and Agreements Policy.
Executing University Contracts - guidance
If you are involved in contract management, it is important to be aware of the formal requirements for signing contracts and deeds.
Changes to the University's Contracts Register
Content Manager will become one of the Approved Contracts Register and replace the system provided by Legal Services
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Managing University Contracts
Key features and requirements that are part of the University's Contract Management process.
New Trusts Governance Framework
This year, the Trusts Governance Framework will be implemented across the University to improve accountability and compliance with the University鈥檚 statutory obligations and donor expectations, and to prioritise the use of trust funds for the highest strategic benefit.
Managing University Contracts 鈥 recent Policy update
The revised Contracts and Agreements Policy sets requirements for the management of University agreements and applies additional procedures to 鈥significant contracts鈥 and those involving foreign parties.
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Deeds: Who can sign them on behalf of the University?
Did you know that there are formal requirements for signing deeds? To streamline this process, the University has recently authorised specific officeholders to sign deeds under a Power of Attorney.
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Freedom of Information: Public access to University records
The Freedom of Information Act 1991 (SA) (FOI Act) gives anyone a right to access documents held by public agencies such as universities.
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Updated contract templates for Foreign Arrangements
The Foreign Arrangements Scheme commenced on Tuesday 10 March 2021. The scheme introduces a formal notification requirement that applies to foreign arrangements entered into by all Australian state and territory entities, including public universities.
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Contract management - do you need to consult a specialist area?
Planning to buy a product or service? In many cases, purchasing decisions will require consideration of a variety of different issues which may not be apparent at the outset.
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