34 C.F.R. § 75.707
When obligations are made
The following table shows when a grantee makes obligations for various kinds of property and services.
| If the obligation is for— | The obligation is made— |
|---|---|
| (a) Acquisition of real or personal property | On the date the grantee makes a binding written commitment to acquire the property. |
| (b) Personal services by an employee of the grantee | When the services are performed. |
| (c) Personnal services by a contractor who is not an employee of the grantee | On the date on which the grantee makes a binding written commitment to obtain the services. |
| (d) Performance of work other than personal services | On the date on which the grantee makes a binding written commitment to obtain the work. |
| (e) Public utility services | When the grantee receives the services. |
| (f) Travel | When the travel is taken. |
| (g) Rental of real or personal property | When the grantee uses the property. |
| (h) A pre-agreement cost that was properly approved by the Secretary under the cost principles in 2 CFR part 200, Subpart E—Cost Principles | On the first day of the project period. |