17.11.4 Reimbursements for Non-pre-approved Spending

Goods and services are purchased through University Purchase Policy and Procedures via Purchase Order or through a pre-approved cash transaction. When an item is purchased by an individual without preapproval, the individual is not guaranteed reimbursement. University personnel are strongly advised to receive approval prior to any transaction which will require reimbursement. Petty cash shall not be used to circumvent normal purchasing procedures and approvals.

As a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) corporation, the University does not pay sales tax. A copy of the Sales Tax Exemption Certificate may be used when making purchases on behalf of the University. As a general rule, the University does not reimburse sales tax.