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Interagency Agreement for Space Research and Technology

Space Research and Technology · NAICS 927 · Interagency Agreement

An interagency agreement (IAA) is a formal arrangement between two government agencies to share resources, services, or expertise. In the space research and technology sector, IAAs are essential for collaborative projects involving NASA, NOAA, the Department of Defense, and academic institutions. These agreements streamline cooperation on satellite missions, data analysis, propulsion research, and more, while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. This tool generates a comprehensive draft tailored to your specific project, including all necessary clauses for intellectual property, funding, and liability. Save time and reduce risk by starting with a professionally structured agreement that you can review and finalize with your legal team.

When you need this document

When your agency needs to partner with another federal entity on a space research project, such as a joint satellite mission.
When you need to share specialized equipment, facilities, or data with another agency for technology development.
When a university or non-profit research center is involved, and a formal agreement is required to define roles and funding.
When your project involves cross-agency funding or reimbursable services under the Economy Act or Space Act.
When you need to formalize a long-term collaboration on space weather monitoring or planetary science research.

What the generated draft includes

Parties and legal authority citation
Detailed scope of work and responsibilities
Funding and payment terms (reimbursable or non-reimbursable)
Data rights and intellectual property provisions
Compliance with federal regulations (ITAR, FAR, etc.)
Dispute resolution and termination clauses

Frequently asked questions

What legal authority should I cite for a NASA interagency agreement?

For NASA, the Space Act (51 U.S.C. § 20113) provides broad authority to enter into agreements. If the agreement involves another federal agency and the exchange of funds, the Economy Act (31 U.S.C. § 1535) may also apply. Our tool asks for the authority type and includes the appropriate citation.

Can I use this agreement for a non-reimbursable collaboration?

Yes, the tool allows you to select 'Non-Reimbursable' or 'Cost-Sharing' funding types. Non-reimbursable agreements are common when agencies exchange data or expertise without transferring funds. The draft will reflect that no funds are exchanged.

How does the agreement handle intellectual property?

The agreement includes standard federal IP clauses, such as FAR 52.227-14 for civilian agencies. It states that each party retains ownership of pre-existing IP, and new IP is governed by applicable law. You can also add special terms for joint inventions.

Self-help document generator: you get a structured draft based on the facts you provide. It is not legal, tax, or financial advice; verify jurisdiction-specific rules before sending.