Purchase orders (POs) are a form of contract for goods or services that commits the supplier and university to a transaction. POs are one of the primary buying methods at MSU and are appropriate for goods, equipment, and services not available through Spartan Marketplace or by using the PCard.
Initiating the order
POs are initiated via a requisition eDoc in EBS. Review our training materials for more information on submitting a requisition.
Involving the Procurement staff early in your purchase process via a requisition allows adequate time to solicit qualified suppliers and negotiate contracts that are favorable to MSU. Please note that several factors may impact the requisition timeline.
Independent contractors
An individual who performs services, but by meeting certain criteria, is not classified as an employee. Learn more about independent contractors.
Delivery of purchased goods
All purchase orders (POs) include delivery instructions for the supplier. The university’s standard shipping instructions require the supplier to ship items to Central Shipping and Receiving, where items are received, consolidated, tracked, and re-delivered to units.