Competition
FIN-PUR-5.0
Note: In 2019, university policies related to university purchases (formerly FIN-PUR-01 through FIN-PUR-35) were updated and consolidated into FIN-PURCH-01 through FIN-PURCH-14. The History section of this policy contains complete information on where the topics covered by each FIN-PUR policy can be found in FIN-PURCH. A few FIN-PUR policies have been rescinded or converted into Standard Operating Procedures, and the History section contains that information as well.
About This Policy
- Effective Date:
- 02-18-1992
See current policy
- Date of Last Review/Update:
- 07-27-2016
- Responsible University Office:
- Procurement Services
- Responsible University Administrator:
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
- Policy Contact:
Jill Schunk
Associate VP, Office of Procurement Services
jschunk@iu.edu
- Policy Feedback:
- If you have comments or questions about this policy, let us know with the policy feedback form.
Policy Statement
Single requirements under $5,000 need not be bid. The purchasing professional may use his or her discretion regarding bidding single requirements with a net cost of less than $5,000. Competitive quotes shall be solicited for requirements of over $5,000 or appropriate justification shall be provided to document exceptions.
Recognized official quotations are the responsibility of the University Procurement Services.
Reason for Policy
To secure timely delivery of goods and services for the University at the most cost-effective price and to encourage competition while promoting ethical business practices with all parties.
Please note: This is an archived version of the policy. View the current version.