The process of establishing and maintaining relations with a contract feeder is reviewed. Initial contact, reasons for the contact, contract negotiation, key people involved, and the ultimate tools of measurement are mentioned. Possible goals and objectives to be specified to a negotiating contractor are suggested. Items to be covered in the contract are outlined, including term and statement on conditions of termination, facilities for offices and equipment to be provided by the university, insurance and payment schedule details, financial statements to be provided by the contractor, terms of cash income return, Equal Employment or Affirmative Action clause, and lead time clause regarding management replacement. Evaluation of the success of the program can be determined by student satisfaction and budget adherence. (LBH)