Laboratory Optimization Clause Samples

Laboratory Optimization. CTP and ORA have worked together to create of a centralized laboratory within ORA. ORA utilizes SRL as a centralized laboratory to perform all tobacco-related laboratory testing and analysis to support CTP’s tobacco product review and enforcement activities. ORA/FCC also performs tobacco-related laboratory activities to support OCI work. All ORA laboratory activities are based on CTP priorities and they are detailed in its annual Performance Agreement with ORA. CTP has a dedicated laboratory liaison, located in Atlanta, GA, who coordinates laboratory activities between CTP, SRL, FCC, and CDC regarding CTP priorities, staffing levels, equipment and training needs to accomplish the annual Performance Agreement actions. CTP and ORA work with the CTP laboratory liaison to streamline the communication process between CTP and SRL and to ensure the laboratories are not conducting duplicative efforts. 1. Because laboratory needs are currently based on regulation development and compliance actions, ORA and CTP will coordinate on the lab optimization plan and will discuss the need for further lab specialization. ORA will develop transition plans as required 2. ORA and CTP will work to establish a multi-year strategic plan for ORA scientific work to appropriately hire and train analysts, purchase and use equipment, and allocate resources and facilities. 3. ORA and CTP will meet at least annually to reassess laboratory work plan for upcoming year. Due to the nature of the changes in CTP regarding various efforts and new authorities, ORA and CTP will coordinate frequently to ensure the labs will be able to support upcoming CTP needs