Getting Started

Getting Started

Congratulations on receiving your award! The post-award team within the Office for the Advancement of Research (OAR) assists faculty and staff with the financial and contractual administration of their grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts, while navigating the many nuances of sponsor regulations. The team serves as a liaison between Principal Investigators (PIs), the Research Foundation of CUNY (RF), and external sponsors.

The RF’s website (www.rfcuny.org) is the main portal for processing day-to-day transactions on your project and viewing live budget and expense reports. The website houses various e-systems to facilitate the hiring of project staff, contracting of external consultants/vendors, processing of reimbursement requests, and a range of other operational tasks. Below are some helpful links to aid you in efficiently managing your new award.

RF online access, Web Reports, Contract Manager

The RF’s website (www.rfcuny.org) is the main portal for processing day-to-day transactions on your project and viewing live budget and expense reports. The website houses various e-systems to facilitate the hiring of project staff, contracting of external consultants/vendors, processing of reimbursement requests, and a range of other operational tasks. Below are some helpful links to aid you in efficiently managing your new award. Upon award setup, you will receive an RF user ID and login credentials. These are required to access the RF portal and associated systems. RF User ID – a log-in is required to access RF’s systems. New users should contact OAR to obtain a user ID. Existing users who have forgotten their user ID and/or password may email weblogonid@rfcuny.org.

RF/GO/OAR roles and contacts

The Research Foundation (RF) manages payroll, purchasing, and financial reporting for sponsored projects. Your Grants Officer (GO) offers guidance on award requirements. At the same time, the Office for the Advancement of Research (OAR) provides faculty with policies, resources, and support throughout the life of the project.

RF Handbook, Policies & Training Videos, Guidance & Compliance (OMB)

Federal awards must comply with the Uniform Guidance (OMB 2 CFR 200), which establishes standards for cost principles, audit requirements, and administrative rules.

RF offers an online handbook and short videos covering topics like payroll, purchasing, and compliance. These resources are regularly updated.