PLEASE NOTE: All Contracts/Agreements that require a signature need to be sent to the Business Office to determine who can/should sign the agreement.
Only individuals with Fiscal Signature authorization are allowed to sign contracts (i.e., Business Office staff, Procurement Contracts staff, etc.). Please do not sign any agreements without first checking with the Business Office.
A contract is a legally binding agreement, which recognizes and governs the rights and duties of both parties. As such, responsibility for contracting is with defined areas that have expertise in the area. The University’s Standard Terms and Conditions are utilized in most all engagements.
Procurement Services is responsible for reviewing and approving all contracts for professional services and the purchase of goods/services required for University business. This includes contracts provided by suppliers.
Links for additional information:
https://www.purdue.edu/procurement/contracts/index.php
https://www.purdue.edu/procurement/contracts/contract-types.php
Contract Types
See below for types of Procurement Services contracts.
• Architectural and Engineering
• Professional Services Agreements
• Capital Equipment
• Software License Agreements
• Donation Agreements
• Non-Disclosure Agreements
• Employee Search Firms
• Hospitality Agreements – This includes agreements for speaker/artist, dining, educational travel, lodging, 4-H, advertising and home/trade show.
