 
CCSDS 652.0-M-1 
Page 3-12 
September 2011 
Discussion 
Repositories may need to show evidence that their contracts are being followed. This is 
especially important for those with third-party deposit arrangements. These arrangements 
may require the repository to guarantee that relevant contracts, licenses, or deposit 
agreements express rights, responsibilities, and expectations of each party. Contracts and 
formal deposit agreements should be legitimate; that is, they need to be countersigned and 
curr