digital signature SOP(1).pdf

The document outlines a standard operating procedure (SOP) for the use of digital signatures in Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) contract documents. The purpose is to enhance efficiency, savings, and security by replacing traditional pen and ink signatures with digital signatures. The SOP applies to SPPS personnel responsible for signing documents, but does not override existing signing authority guidelines. It encourages the use of digital signatures on SPPS documents and contractual funds, with Adobe as the preferred method until the eRFP contract management system is fully implemented. Wet (ink) signatures captured digitally in scanned PDF documents are also considered valid within this SOP.