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This category includes conference registration fees, purchase of supplies and meals for interviewees/speakers, meeting expenses, visitor's lodging, department coordinated student events and other authorized expenditures related to the mission of the university.

Conference Registration Fees - If travel to a conference has been approved by the appropriate source, conference registration fees may be paid with the OneCard. 

Expenses related to hosting Conferences and related services must follow procurement guidelines. Purchases over $10,000 require competitive quotes, or written bid requests with detailed specifications prepared by UM Procurement. Any supplier required agreements MUST be reviewed and approved by UM Procurement PRIOR to the event.

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Does the supplier require an Agreement to be signed prior to rental? Does it contain Terms and Conditions?

YES - If the total cost of the event is over $5,000, submit a PeopleSoft Non-Catalog Requisition and attach all agreements, proposals, and/or quotes for review prior to the event.   If the total cost is less than $5,000 and using the University OneCard, send agreement via email to Sourcing Contact prior to the event.

 

NO - If the total cost of the event is over $5,000, submit a PeopleSoft Non-Catalog Requisition.  If the total cost is less than $5,000 you may pay using the University OneCard.

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  • This category includes conference registration fees, purchase of supplies and meals for interviewees/speakers, meeting expenses, visitor's lodging, department coordinated student events and other authorized expenditures related to the mission of the university.

    Conference Registration Fees - If travel to a conference has been approved by the appropriate source, conference registration fees may be paid with the OneCard. 

    Expenses related to hosting Conferences and related services must follow procurement guidelines. Purchases over $10,000 require competitive quotes, or written bid requests with detailed specifications prepared by UM Procurement. Any supplier required agreements MUST be reviewed and approved by UM Procurement PRIOR to the event.