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## Why can't I link milestones to my contract?

The contract is at applicant level. Only a contract with an approved application can link milestones.

## Why can't I send the contract?

Backed lists what must be fixed under `Before you can send this contract`. If the amount is above
your Contract Approval Limit, select `Request Review` instead.

## Why can't I counter-sign?

The signatories before you must sign first, and you need a signature on your profile. Upload one on
your administrator page.

## If I change a contract template, do existing contracts change?

No. Each save makes a new version, and contracts keep the text of the version they were made from.

## Can I use our own contract document?

Yes. On the `Document` step, upload the contract as a PDF; it replaces the generated document. After
sending, `Replace Contract` uploads a new current document and keeps the earlier versions.

## Where do grantees ask to change their contract?

They make a request on the contract. See [Contract requests](contract-requests.md).