Employee Resources

Procurement and Contract Services Manual

The University is committed to obtaining the best value for money while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency and integrity in the procurement of goods and services. It is essential for all faculty and staff members who authorize expenditures to be aware of their responsibilities. As a State of Tennessee entity, the University must comply with State policy, procedures, and guidelines.

Goods and services must be obtained through an approved purchasing method.

To select the most appropriate procurement route, consider the following guidelines:

Identify the need for the goods/services:
- Is there a genuine business need for the purchase?
- Is the financial impact of this purchase clearly understood?
- Has funding been confirmed for the purchase?

Identify the source for the goods/services:
- What exactly do I need to buy?
- Who will supply the goods/services?
- By when do I need to complete this purchase?

On this site you will find a variety of payment methods and how to procure using those methods. 

Please reach out to our office for assistance. Our office hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.