Type of Goods / Services How to Buy How to Pay Other Comments
Biological Safety Cabinets Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

Or BPO. Procard is not allowed for this category. See the Exception Items page for more information.
Security Guards Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

Or BPO.
Office Supplies Catalog Order eInvoice
Software Catalog Order eInvoice

See IT Connect for UWare
Lead, Metallic Lead containing products Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

EH&S helps manage post-purchase handling of lead and lead containing materials. If you have any questions on or are not aware of UW, state or federal post-purchase lead policies and requirements, please contact EH&S at 206-543-7388.
Gases - Compressed & Liquid Catalog Order eInvoice

See Gases - Compressed and Liquid
Laboratory Equipment, Supplies, Reagents & Glassware Catalog Order eInvoice
Dental Equipment & Supplies Catalog Order eInvoice
Facilities and Renovation Services Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

Or BPO. Procard is not allowed for this category. See the Exception Items page for more information.

UW Owned Space: See the UW Facilities Maintenance & Construction website - departments are not authorized to contract for these services without approval from Facilities. Facilities has the right of first refusal on these types of work.

Leased Space: Contact UW Real Estate regarding building alterations and construction

 

 
Affymetrix products Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

Or BPO. Items which require an intellectual property addendum. Or the Life Technologies catalog.
Servers, IT Catalog Order eInvoice

See IT Connect for information about Servers and Storage Centers
Firearms / Ammunition / Explosives Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

Or BPO. Preapproval/notification from UW Police may be required.
Foreign Supplier Orders Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

Buying also can use BPO. See Foreign Suppliers. Paying can also be done through Non-PO Invoice.
Bus Charter Services Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

Or BPO. For Bus, Shuttle, and Limo charters - use a UW Contracted supplier. More information available on the Charters / Transportation page.

 

For all charters, if a UW Contracted supplier is not used, departments must:

  • Review the Non-Contracted supplier information on the Charters / Transportation page.

  • Attach charter agreement and insurance documentation to the purchase request

  • Use object code 03-37 when setting up orders or paying for charters

 
Puget Sound Blood Bank products Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

Or BPO. See Blood, blood serum, and platelets on the Exception Items page for more information.
Scientific Supplies & Equipment Catalog Order eInvoice
Hardware, Industrial Supplies Catalog Order eInvoice
Janitorial Supplies Catalog Order eInvoice
DNA / RNA Samples Catalog Order eInvoice
Chemicals Catalog Order eInvoice
Event Rentals (Tents / Canopies) Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

See, Catering, Hotels and Events.
Maintenance Contracts Blanket Purchase Order eInvoice

Or Non-Catalog. May require insurance and/or prevailing wage, check with a Buyer before placing an order for maintenance/service contracts.

Visit the "Specialty Underwriters Equipment Maintenance Program" page http://finance.uw.edu/ps/how-to-buy/su-maintenance to determine if equipment may be eligible for coverage through this program.
Dry Ice Catalog Order eInvoice
Resale purchase Catalog Order eInvoice

Also Non-Catalog Orders and BPO. See the Exception Items page for more information.
Refrigerators for Labs Catalog Order eInvoice

Or Non-Catalog Ordering / BPO. See the Exception Items page for more information.

Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) has published guidance regarding purchases of equipment and other items of concern to them. Please see guidance for more information.
Event Rentals (Tents / Canopies) Other (see comments section) eInvoice

See, Catering, Hotels and Events.
Fume Hoods Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

Or BPO. See the Exception Items page for more information.
UW Logos & Marks Non-Catalog Order eInvoice

Or BPO. See the Exception Items page for more information
Electronic Components Catalog Order eInvoice
Reimbursement to an Employee (non-travel related) eReimbursement

Please visit the eReimbursement webpage
Meals for UW Faculty / Staff on Travel Status eTravel

See UW Travel
Parking Fees and Non-Duty Station Parking (non-travel) eTravel
Auto Rental for UW Faculty/Staff on travel status eTravel
Hotel Lodging for UW Faculty / Staff in Travel Status eTravel

See UW Travel
Mileage eTravel

See UW Travel
Honoraria related travel eTravel
Copiers Managed Print Services (MPS) Internal Sales Document (ISD)

More information is available on the MPS site.
 
Artwork/Goods from individuals Non-Catalog Order Manual Invoice

Contact Buyer - Special requirements may appy to artwork
Conference / Event Planning Non-PO Invoice

See Catering, Hotels and Events web page at: http://finance.uw.edu/ps/how-to-buy/planning-event

 
Subscriptions (Journals / Publications) Non-PO Invoice
Individuals who have an active vendor number Non-PO Invoice
Consultants & Consulting Services Non-PO Invoice

Over $10K use Non-Catalog or BPO
Payment to Clubs or groups assisting at UW athletic games Non-PO Invoice

See Non-PO Invoice Payment
Artwork / Artists Other (see comments section) Non-PO Invoice

Contact Buyer - Special rquirements may apply to artwork - See APS 205
Storage Services Non-PO Invoice
Web Design Services Non-PO Invoice
Attorney Fees Non-PO Invoice
Permits and Licensing Non-PO Invoice
Academic Accreditation Fees Non-PO Invoice
Legal Fees Non-PO Invoice

See UW Attorney General's Office