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Policies and Forms

Find policies and procedures that govern the purchasing to payment process:

  • Purchasing Policies and Procedures (pdf)
  • Purchasing Quick Reference Guide (pdf)
  • Travel & Entertainment Policies
  • Conflict of Interest Policies
  • PO Terms and Conditions (pdf)
  • Contractor Insurance
  • Signature Authority
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  • Tax-Exempt Status
  • Credit Application
  • W-9 Form
  • Ship-To Codes (pdf)
  • Record Retention
  • Conflict of Interest (pdf)

PRS Forms and Templates:

  • Request for Quote Template (doc)
  • Sole Source Justification Form (SSJ-1) (doc)
  • Bid Documentation Form (BD-1) (doc)
  • Ship To Code Request Form  (pdf)

Office of General Counsel (OGC) Forms and Templates:

  • NU Events Rider (pdf)
  • NU Policy Regarding Alcohol at Off Campus Events for Graduate and Professional Students (pdf)

Training Opportunities

Learn more about purchasing and NU business processes through Human Resources' University Business Processes training.  For financial system related training and materials, visit the Project Cafe training website for information about role-appropriate courses and job aids that may pertain to your work.
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