What is a Purchase Order Requisition?

Requisitions for a Purchase Order

A requisition is used to initiate a central office purchase (i.e. a request for a PO).  Once the requisition is budget checked and all required approvals obtained, including that of CU Purchasing, a purchase order will be generated.  Key elements are:

• Be sure to check with SPS-Finance in advance to confirm what documents are needed for your requisition
• To ensure timely delivery of goods or services, prepare the purchase requisition and back-up documentation accurately, giving special attention to a clear, detailed description of the product or service
• If there is a quote number from the vendor, be sure to include it on the requisition
• Do not break up purchases into smaller transactions in order to avoid purchasing requirements

Note that a requisition will not move forward until both DAF approval is provided and the supporting documentation is submitted.