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From sourcing goods and services, to ordering, payment, and receipt, the key phases of the procure-to-pay process at Northwestern will depend on the needs of your department.

Procure-to-Pay Process Overview

Depending on the type of service or goods, or how frequently you need them, some payment methods are better than others. See our Payment Methods page to explore various examples.

Payment Methods

Description about the purchasing policy and the button below links to the new Purchasing and Payment Policy guidance page.

Purchasing Policy

News

Recent News and Announcements

Accounts Payable Best Practices

March 12, 2026

It is always important to refresh the Northwestern University community on our Accounts Payable best practices. We want to outline important reminders and best practices relating to NUQuickPay, Customer Service and ER Attachments, and Accounts Payable invoice related email clarifications.

Enhanced Website Now Live

March 12, 2026

We are excited to invite you to explore the recently enhanced Procurement and Payment Services website. Learn more about this expansive and far-reaching project.

Tariff Refund Guidance

March 12, 2026

The United States Supreme Court recently invalidated tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. PPS is monitoring the situation and working closely with our key customs clearance and export controls service partners for further information. We understand that this situation is still evolving and we will remain diligent on any updates.

Virtual Monthly Help Forum

Join an Open Lab session

Every month, PPS holds virtual help sessions via Teams. Participants can ask questions about all Procure to Pay topics and get support for specific issues. All sessions are recorded and available for later playback.

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Questions? Ask Us.

For help finding services or goods, assistance with contracts, payments, policies, travel arrangements or general questions, reach out to the Procurement and Payment Services Office.

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