Framework agreements: benefit from the full breadth of CEA-Tech’s expertise

CEA Tech’s framework contracts are for companies—especially corporations—looking to collaborate on broad R&D projects covering multiple topics. Partners benefit from the tech know-how of all three CEA Tech institutes, and the focus of the collaboration can be adjusted over time to reflect the results obtained and new market demands.

A framework agreement with CEA Tech will boost your innovation capacity and help you develop new technologies faster. We will work with you to create a long-term roadmap for your projects, and you will have access to the resources and know-how of all three CEA Tech institutes:

CEA-List, experts in embedded systems and smart digital systems
CEA-Leti, experts in micro and nanotechnology and systems integration
CEA-Liten, experts in new energy technologies and nanomaterials

3 key features of a framework agreement

A framework agreement clearly sets out your strategic objectives.
It formalizes a long-term commitment (3 to 5 years; renewable) to collaborate on strategic R&D topics, and clearly defines the scope and volume of work and the roles and responsibilities of each party, helping you structure your R&D activities.
This type of agreement covers multiple projects and research areas.

Who it is for

A framework agreement is a comprehensive partnership between a company and the three CEA Tech institutes. The scope can be vast, encompassing a range of projects on multiple topics.

A framework agreement is a long-term commitment and is aimed especially at multinational corporations, helping them meet their strategic R&D goals, delivering the desired level of quality on time and on budget.

Resources provided by CEA-List

We provide extensive resources for framework agreements, including:

A management committee responsible for high-level strategy and joint decision-making.
A steering committee that oversees operational aspects of the partnership.
A strategic partnership manager for each party.
A project manager for each project.
Research teams from different CEA Tech institutes.
Access to research, design, and project management tools.

How it works

Every partnership is unique, so we’ll tailor the process to suit you, but these are the key steps:

Preliminary meeting: Most of our partnerships begin with a meeting. Sometimes a company will contact CEA-List directly; other times we approach companies to propose a partnership. The idea is to learn more about your project and introduce you to the three CEA Tech institutes.
Project analysis: We will work with you to identify the challenges and opportunities associated with each project.
Contract preparation and signature: Following the preliminary steps, we will agree on the technical scope and practical details and draw up a document outlining the project for you to approve and sign.
Kickoff: With the contractual framework and governance mechanisms in place, work can begin. We will monitor progress throughout to make sure that everything is going smoothly.