Annex 05 - Public–Private Partnership (PPP)
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Template
1. Purpose of the MOU
This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishes the terms of collaboration between public, private, and academic institutions participating in the National Public–Private Incubator Network under the Vigía Incubation Framework (VIF).
The MOU defines:
- Roles and responsibilities
- Governance alignment
- Reporting obligations
- Funding and participation parameters
- Compliance and transparency rules
This template is adaptable for bilateral or multilateral agreements.
2. Parties to the MOU
This MOU is entered into by:
| Party | Type | Represented By | Role in Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Institution | Public | Name, Title | Policy, governance, funding oversight |
| Private Company / VC | Private | Name, Title | Co-investment, mentorship, commercialization |
| University / Research Center | Academic | Name, Title | Talent pipeline, research commercialization |
| Incubator / Accelerator | Network Node | Name, Title | Program delivery, reporting |
Additional parties may be incorporated through annexes.
3. Shared Vision
All parties commit to advancing:
- National entrepreneurship
- Innovation maturity
- Economic diversification
- Public–private collaboration
- Long-term competitiveness
- Sector prioritization (Vigía Futura)
- Evidence-based operations (MCF 2.1)
4. Scope of Collaboration
The parties agree to collaborate in the following areas:
4.1 Programmatic Collaboration
- Startup incubation and acceleration
- Mentor and expert participation
- Talent development programs
- Soft-landing and internationalization
4.2 Investment & Capital
- Participation in public–private co-investment mechanisms
- Access to National Innovation Fund programs
- Provision of private capital, sponsorships, or services
4.3 Research & Commercialization
- Joint R&D initiatives
- Technology transfer
- IP collaboration opportunities
4.4 Data & Reporting
- Use of standardized KPI frameworks
- Evidence documentation using MCF templates
- Quarterly reporting to TOU
5. Governance & Decision-Making
Parties agree to follow the governance structure defined in:
- Annex 01 - NSC Terms of Reference
- Annex 02 - TOU Operating Manual
- Annex 03 - Investment Committee Framework
5.1 Governance Diagram
flowchart TD
A[Public Sector Partner] --> D[NSC]
B[Private Sector Partner] --> D
C[Academic Partner] --> D
D --> E[Technical Operating Unit]
E --> F[Incubator Node Collaboration]
6. Roles & Responsibilities
6.1 Public Sector Partner Responsibilities
| Area | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Governance | Participate in NSC, provide policy alignment |
| Funding | Support public funding mechanisms |
| Coordination | Facilitate links across institutions |
| Transparency | Ensure compliance with reporting laws |
6.2 Private Sector Partner Responsibilities
| Area | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Investment | Provide co-investment or sponsorship |
| Mentorship | Participate in mentorship and advisory programs |
| Market Access | Facilitate pilot programs and industry pathways |
| Scaling | Support internationalization of startups |
6.3 Academic Partner Responsibilities
| Area | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Talent Pipeline | Provide training and academic support |
| Research | Enable research-to-startup transfer |
| Infrastructure | Provide labs and research assets |
| Collaboration | Participate in sector studies (Vigía Futura) |
6.4 Incubator/Accelerator Responsibilities
| Area | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Program Delivery | Implement incubation and acceleration |
| Reporting | Submit quarterly reports to TOU |
| Evidence | Use MCF 2.1 templates |
| Compliance | Adhere to SOPs and quality standards |
7. Information Sharing & Data Governance
The parties agree to comply with:
- National data protection laws
- GDPR-equivalent frameworks (if applicable)
- Ethical AI and digital governance standards
7.1 Data Handling Table
| Data Type | Owner | Access | Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Startup KPIs | Incubator | TOU | National dashboard |
| Financial Reports | Startup | IC, NSC | Investment decisions |
| Research Data | University | Partners | Commercialization |
| Sector Signals | Vigía Futura | National Network | Prioritization |
8. Funding Commitments
Funding commitments are optional and negotiated per MOU.
| Party | Type of Contribution | Amount/Value | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Sector | Grants, funding | TBD | Annual |
| Private Sector | Co-investment, sponsorship | TBD | Per cohort |
| University | In-kind resources | TBD | Continuous |
| Incubator | Facilities, staff | TBD | Continuous |
9. Duration & Renewal
- Standard MOU duration: 3–5 years
- Renewal: automatic with mutual consent
- Early termination requires 90 days’ notice
10. Amendments
Amendments may be made:
- Through written agreement
- Based on NSC recommendations
- After regulatory changes
- Following annual foresight updates
11. Dispute Resolution
Parties agree to resolve disputes through:
- Mediation facilitated by the NSC
- If unresolved: arbitration under national law
- Only then: competent national courts
12. Signatures
Public Sector Partner
Name, Title
Institution
Signature: ______________________
Date: ___ / ___ / _____
Private Sector Partner
Name, Title
Organization
Signature: ______________________
Date: ___ / ___ / _____
Academic Partner
Name, Title
Organization
Signature: ______________________
Date: ___ / ___ / _____
Incubator Node (Optional)
Name, Title
Organization
Signature: ______________________
Date: ___ / ___ / _____
13. Outputs of Annex 05
This annex provides:
- A complete, ready-to-use MOU for public–private–academic collaboration
- Tables, diagrams, and structured sections for clarity
- Adaptable templates for funding, roles, governance, and reporting
- A unifying agreement model for all actors in the national incubator network
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