Purchase Order Procedures

Purpose

This procedure is a supplement to the University's Procurement Policy (198KB PDF) and applies to purchase orders for the acquisition of goods and services from suppliers external to the University, excluding purchases acquired using a University Corporate Card, Petty Cash or Library information resource order.

The acquisition of goods includes the purchasing and leasing of goods. The acquisition of services includes services provided by contractors and consultants, but excludes staff employed through the University payroll.

Coverage

The Purchase Order Procedures (171KB PDF) apply to all University activities including foundations, centres, associations and institutes not separately incorporated.