Who has the authority to procure (purchase) goods and services?
The President of the University is authorized by the Board of Trustees to execute the contracts and other written instruments on behalf of the Board. In addition, the President is authorized to delegate signature authority to other members of the University staff for limited purposes. In general, individuals holding the following titles are authorized by the President to execute contracts on behalf of the University: President Vice Presidents Director of Athletics Director of Procurement and Payment Services Specifically, the Director of Procurement and Payment Services has the sole responsibility for the procurement of goods and services for the University. The Assistant Director and Buyers are delegated procurement authority by the Director of Procurement and Payment Services.
