Policies and Best Practices

We are dedicated to providing clear, efficient policies and procedures that comply with University, local, and federal regulation to help our community achieve the best total value and conduct Boston University business with integrity.
Interpretation and amendment of these policies is the joint responsibility of Boston University Sourcing & Procurement, the Office of the General Counsel, the Financial Affairs Office, and the Office of the Executive Vice President.

Policies

Guidelines & Best Practices

Recent News

Boston University Refurbished Equipment Trade-In & Resale Program

Dear BU Requisitioners and Approvers, Procure to Pay is pleased to announce the launch of the Boston University Refurbished Equipment Trade-In & Resale Program, developed in partnership with Cambridge Scientific. This program provides Boston University laboratories with an efficient, compliant option for selling surplus equipment and purchasing high-quality refurbished equipment at reduced cost. This initiative offers […]

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Candex Catalog is Live, Important Process Change for One-Time, Small-Dollar Payments to Individuals

Dear BU Faculty and Staff, Effective June 1, 2026, Procure To Pay’s Payment Services is excited to launch a new process for one-time, small-dollar payments up to $5,500 for non-employee awards, honoraria, non-service stipends (no payment amount limit), royalties, and study subject payments. To streamline processing for your business office and to improve the payment […]

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