Purchase Order Exceptions

The following transactions do not require a Purchase Order, regardless of the amount of the purchase.

Use a Check Request:

• Advertising (i.e., media time or space ad agencies).
• Construction contracts administered by the appropriate Vice President.
• Dinner parties and social events.
• Dues and subscriptions.
• Independent Contractors (See Special Section on Independent Contractors).
• Library purchases of books and periodicals.
• Licenses and permits.
• Professional and Personal Services (i.e., legal, architectural, accounting and other consulting).
• Publications and reprint fees to copyright holders.
• Space (Leases).
• Space (Rentals).
• Travel (See the Travel Policy).
• Utility payments (i.e., telephone, electric, natural gas, city steam, etc.).