Non-Catalog Requests in iProcurement

Non-Catalog Requests are created in iProcurement to purchase goods and services when not available in Amazon Business and SmartMart.

Non-Catalog Requests Under $25,000

• There is a $25,000 threshold for self-service purchase requisitions (that do not require a contract). The PO is automatically transmitted to the supplier with an email confirmation.
• For the $25,000 maximum, the tax is included, however the freight charges are not.No printing or faxing of orders to suppliers.
• Within 24 hours of department approval, the originator will receive a confirmation email with PO number and the purchase order will be automatically emailed to the supplier.
• Refer to Topic Overview: Life Cycle of a Purchase Order for more information.

Non-Catalog Requests Above $25,000

• For requisitions $25,000 and above, Purchasing will work with the originator to define requirements, source the required goods or services and negotiate pricing. It is required that a Competitive Bid or a completed Single/Sole Source Justification form is attached. Purchasing will reject requisitions submitted without the necessary attachments. If desired, it is possible to submit the requisition indicating that you would like Procurement to solicit competitive bids.
• Department approvers will then have all the information they need to review and approve the requisition.
• Within 24 hours of department approval, the originator will receive a confirmation email with PO number and the purchase order will be automatically emailed to the supplier.
• Refer to Topic Overview: Life Cycle of a Purchase Order for more information.

Purchases Requiring a Bilateral Contract

• Some purchases require a bilateral contract, refer to Topic Overview: When a Contract Is Required.
   

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