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What if a shipment is made directly to the requesting department, yet it was not specified in the purchase order?

April 26, 2017Department directly purchase requesting shipment

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What if a shipment is made directly to the requesting department, yet it was not specified in the purchase order?

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The shipment should be refused by the department. The carrier should be directed to Receiving for the delivery to be completed. Acceptance of this type of shipment places full responsibility for all receiving, claims processing, and payment liability on the individual who accepts the shipment.