# Initial Contact

To begin a project, clients/partners/PIs should:

1\. First, email the SD2C at <sd2c@cores.utah.edu>

2\. Next, fill out the [SD2C Project Request Form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSes2-UYdckehXjZatwpd2JNgg964-FZlavkfQ4RaHrF0SJSCw/viewform) via Google Forms.

<p class="callout info">Note: Make sure to be as detailed as possible when filling out the SD2C Project Google Form. This gives SD2C the necessary information (scope, budget, timeline) for a proper quote.</p>

3\. The SD2C Director will contact you to discuss possible options and schedule a meeting.