Contracts Administration & Compliance Management
Mission
We are dedicated to the advancement and proper execution of contract administration and compliance at the University of Texas at El Paso. Our efforts are aimed to support the University’s mission, and administration goals.
Scope of Responsibility
Our office directs activities related to contracts for the purchase of equipment, materials, products, or services, which are entered into on behalf of the University.
Services
Our office provides services intended to help ensure that all involved parties comply with University policies and applicable federal and state laws and regulations. Services include:
- Reviewing and executing standard contract documents
- Reviewing and negotiating contracts
- Monitoring the status of contracts
- Monitoring scope of work performance in contracts
- Advising departments of contractual rights and obligations
- Assisting in the resolution of contract disputes
Resources
Contracts Administration & Compliance Management Resources
Staff
Michael Lau
Director
(915) 747-5463
mmlau@utep.edu
Cecilia Cantú Humphreys
Associate Director
(915) 747-5810
ccantu@utep.edu
Dee Dee Sianez
Contracts Administrator
(915) 747-7517
mdsianez@utep.edu
Irma Zavaleta-Castillo
Contracts Administrator
(915) 747-5577
iazavaleta@utep.edu
Marisol Pelayo
Contracts Administrator
(915) 747-5338
mpelayo2@utep.edu
*Consult the University’s Contract Management Handbook for all contracts matters, including checklists, dollar thresholds, and policies and procedures.