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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.
\nInterpretation 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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Policies<\/h2>\n
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Agreement Administration<\/a>
\nCompetition and Supplier Selection for Products and Services<\/a>
\nEngagement of Professional Services<\/a>
\nOrdering & Contracting<\/a>
\nOrdering from Outside the U.S.<\/a>
\nBU OneCard Policy<\/a>
\nProperty Management<\/a>
\nSolicitation and Acceptance of Personal Gifts\u00a0\u2028and Relationships with Vendors<\/a>
\nTravel and Business Expense Policy<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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Guidelines & Best Practices<\/h2>\n
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Amount Based Purchase Orders and Blanket Purchase Orders<\/a>
\nPayment Terms<\/a>
\nQuotations<\/a>
\nRequest for Proposals<\/a>
\nShipping \/ Receiving<\/a>
\nSmall Business Plans<\/a>
\nProcurement Ethics<\/a>
\nVendor Management<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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