The Acquisition Services Division plans, solicits, negotiates and administers contracts, and performs all operational management responsibilities for procurement and contract management in support of programmatic and institutional requirements. In addition the Division is responsible for:

1. Providing advice and assistance regarding such matters.



2. Responsible for working with program and project managers on procurement planning and development of contracts.



3. Working closely with programs to ensure proper accomplishment of Contracting Officer's Representative's (COR) role in all aspects of the acquisition cycle.



4. Responsible for ensuring proper procurement strategies, solicitations, negotiations and contract awarding, administration and closeout.