Contracting Process

Our Contract Review and Approval Process

Step 1: Contract Submission

External entities submit proposed agreements for review.

Step 2: Legal and Compliance Review

Contracts are assessed for compliance with financial, legal, and regulatory standards.

Step 3: Approval and Execution

Once approved, contracts are signed and executed.

Typical Timelines

  • Standard contracts: 30–90 business days

  • Complex agreements: Up to 90 business days

Need to submit a contract? Contact us at ELPContractDept@ttep.edu for guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Contracting Services Department, in coordination with IT, Purchasing, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Research and legal offices.

Vendor agreements, service contracts, research collaborations, and any document committing institutional resources.

Yes, contracts must be submitted in an editable format (e.g., Word format only; no PDFs) for review.

Contracting Services Department Address

Office Address:
5130 Gateway East Blvd.,
El Paso TX, 79905

Mailing Address:
130 Rick Francis Street
MSC 51014, El Paso, TX 
79905

Email: ELPContractDept@tthusc.edu