University contracts and transactions may be initiated in a variety of ways, but generally there are three (3) different contract initiation areas within the university.  More detailed instructions on how to engage these offices are outlined in the following sections of this Guide.

The purchase of most goods and services needed by the university community is managed by Procurement

• Supplies (office, lab, scientific, computer, operations)
• Business cards and stationery
• Office furniture
• Coffee and water service for offices
• Amendments to existing contracts
• Research related goods and services
• Travel (including hotels and conference space)
• Mobile phones and service
• Shipping services
• Consultants
• Subscriptions and periodicals

See Section III of this Guide for further information

There are specific university offices that manage some specialized transactions. Examples include

• Sponsored projects/research
• Gifts and Bequests
• Computer software
• Personnel matters
• Audio and video recordings on campus
• Disposal of surplus property
• International affiliation
• Student activities
• Rental of space at the university
• Construction, renovation and repair services
• Use of university name or image
• Patents, technology transfer agreements
• Transportation
• Entertainment services (for on campus events)

See Section IV of this Guide for further information

If a desired transaction is not handled by either Procurement or a specific university office, the matter should be brought to the attention of Office of General

• Affiliations and collaborations
• Professional services (e.g., auditors, search firms, or outside counsel)
• Purchase and sale of specialized goods, such as works of art or relics
• Nondisclosure and confidentiality
• Publication agreements
• Performance agreements
• Educational database access
• Liability waivers and releases
• Amendments to existing contracts handled by OGC
• Other unique or specialized transactions

See Section V of this Guide for further information