Purpose
This procedure describes how OHIO maintains and submits representations and certifications to sponsors . Representations and certifications are written guarantees that affirm OHIO’s compliance with various federal requirements.
Scope
This procedure applies to all sponsored projects subject to OHIO Policy 19.045 (opens in a new window) Administering External Grants and Contracts set up as separate accounts in the OHIO Financial Management System (FMS).
Definitions
See ORSP Glossary for term definitions.
Procedure
Ohio University maintains an account in the federal government’s System for Award Management (SAM) . SAM includes the most-often-required representations and certifications and is accessible to all federal agencies and subcontractors. Updates are submitted at least annually.
Some federal agencies and pass-through entities may require additional representations and certifications at the time of proposal submission. When such information is required, your Sponsored Program Manager will complete the representation and/or certification form on the PIs behalf . All representations and certifications are review ed by ORSP and must be signed by an authorized official.
Questions
Questions regarding this procedure can be sent to orsp@ohio.edu .
Forms/Templates
There are no forms or templates for this procedure.
Roles and Responsibilities
OWNER: PI/PD
CONTRIBUTOR: ORSP
APPROVER: ORSP
Review/Revision History
Created on 12/21/2022