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Building materials and supplies should be purchased from a contracted supplier through Show Me Shop whenever possible. 

Purchases outside of Show Me Shop less than $5,000 may be purchased using the University One Card. Purchases between $5,000 and $10,000 require a PeopleSoft Requisition. Purchases over $10,000 require competitive quotes, or written bid requests with detailed specifications prepared by UM Procurement. 

If you will be making several small purchases, and the total amount will exceed $10,000 in a 12-month period, a competitively bid contract may be appropriate. Contact the Strategic Sourcing Specialist listed for assistance.

Insurance requirements – Any supplier who is performing work on University property MUST have a current certificate of insurance on file with UM Procurement. Contact UM Procurement before proceeding with any of this type of work.

If you are considering a Construction or Renovation project, you must obtain approval from your respective Facilities department. See also -  Construction Services.  Consult with the Sourcing Contact listed to determine if your project is a Construction project or Maintenance project.

 

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PS Accounts

  • Building renovation less than $100,000 = 796000; Building renovation over $100,000 = 796500

Contract Suppliers

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  • Building materials and supplies should be purchased from a contracted supplier through Show Me Shop whenever possible. 

    Purchases outside of Show Me Shop less than $5,000 may be purchased using the University One Card. Purchases between $5,000 and $10,000 require a PeopleSoft Requisition. Purchases over $10,000 require competitive quotes, or written bid requests with detailed specifications prepared by UM Procurement. 

    If you will be making several small purchases, and the total amount will exceed $10,000 in a 12-month period, a competitively bid contract may be appropriate. Contact the Strategic Sourcing Specialist listed for assistance.

    Insurance requirements – Any supplier who is performing work on University property MUST have a current certificate of insurance on file with UM Procurement. Contact UM Procurement before proceeding with any of this type of work.

    If you are considering a Construction or Renovation project, you must obtain approval from your respective Facilities department. See also -  Construction Services.  Consult with the Sourcing Contact listed to determine if your project is a Construction project or Maintenance project.