What is a purchase requisition?
A Purchase Requisition is a two-part form with a pre-printed inquiry number, used as a request for Purchasing Services to purchase materials, parts, supplies, equipment or other services on behalf of the University. The Req. number is used as the tracking mechanism, should you inquire about the status of a Purchase Requisition. A Purchase Requisition can also be submitted to request the establishment of a Blanket Order (see heading Blanket Order). Purchase Requisition forms are available through the Bookstore.
A. A purchase requisition (form #32001-013) is the form used to initiate the purchase of goods or services. Someone in your department has authorization to approve the requisition and begin the purchasing process; contact your department’s business office for internal procedures. Send the original to Disbursements Processing, 108 Skytop Office Building and retain the duplicate copy for your file. Please be sure to provide the following information: • required delivery date • complete description of item(s) requested including model and part number, if available • quantity, unit of measure, and estimated cost for each item • suggested vendor name, address, telephone and fax numbers, if known • supporting documentation, if available • requisitioner’s and end user’s name and phone number • special instructions regarding: short lead time, funding limitations, special shipping requirements, whom you spoke with at the vendor’s office, or any other pertinent information you feel will assist u
A. A purchase requisition (form #32001-013) is the form used to initiate the purchase of goods or services. Someone in your department has authorization to approve the requisition and begin the purchasing process; contact your department’s business office for internal procedures. Send the original to Disbursements Processing, 108 Skytop Office Building and retain the duplicate copy for your file.
