UCG- University Contracting Group

Mission
The University Contracting Group (UCG) provides oversight and management of Purdue University procurement contracting activities.

Vision
We are a team of professionals that provide a platform for consistent contracting practices throughout the University.  We provide guidance, expertise, and advice to University faculty and staff on procurement contracts.

We foster an attitude of partnership with our customers through timely communications.  We view contracting as intensely interactive.  We are dedicated to high quality and efficiency in all contracting activities.

Services

• Draft contract language
• Conduct contract negotiations
• Facilitate contract dispute resolution
• Provide contract interpretation
• Provide guidance, expertise, and advice to faculty and staff on contract related matters 
• Participate in the preparation of RFPs
• Issue and manage RFPs
• Provide assistance to faculty and staff during the planning stages of projects

What types of contracts does UCG handle?

• Architectural & Engineering contracts 
• Professional Services Agreements
• Leases for Real Estate & Capital Equipment
• Software License Agreements
• Donation Agreements
• Non-Disclosure Agreements

Staff

Eric Fulkerson, Senior Contracts Manager
Tom Phillips, Senior Contract Analyst
James Johnson, Contract Analyst 
Denise Bollock, Contract Analyst