A UA startup refers to a new company formed around a license to commercialize UA Intellectual Property (IP). Those startups best positioned for success will have an experienced team, a sound business case (go-to-market plan), appropriate governance (company structure, agreements and rules of operation), and will be in compliance with university Conflict of Interest policies. For more information on UA startups, please refer to the Tech Launch Arizona website.
Process Walkthrough
1) Startup Company
Meet with potential Partner Department (as appropriate) and RII Research Development to review purpose, alignment with other UA research activities, space needs, optimal locations, and any other needs, e.g. equipment.
Submit Startup Space Request Form
2) Real Estate Administration
Determine appropriateness of company activities in university space.
Determine rental rates for university-owned equipment through Core Facilities or Department Business Manager.
Facilitate subsequent routing for review and approval.
3) RII
Review proposed space use request and ensure protocols for university-startup firewalls which may require departmental coordination and separate approval. (Infrastructure)
Review licensing and ABOR compliance. (TLA)
Review conflict of interest and commitment. (COI)
4) Business Affairs
Final approval of University Startup Space Request.
5) Real Estate Administration
Receive startup company Certificate of Insurance
Outline rental schedule for university-owned equipment.
Execute Facilities Use Agreement for 1-year term and begin invoicing for space and equipment rental.