Purchasing and Procurement FAQ
- How do I purchase products and services and comply with Wesleyan policy?
University Policies and Procedures are published on the Finance and Administration website. In addition, all contracted suppliers for products and services are listed on the Purchasing and Procurement website. At the home page, there are links for Contract Suppliers and Preferred Supplier List.
- Why doesn't Wesleyan have a central purchase order system?
Wesleyan does not have a traditional purchase order system largely because departmental purchasing has been, for the most part, decentralized. The Finance Office provides the oversight for supplier relations, contract negotiations, and legal requirements. The Director of Purchasing and Financial Services can provide pro forma purchase order numbers, as necessary.
- Who should I contact if I have questions related to purchasing?
Catherine Kost: Associate Director of Purchasing (860) 685-2131 or ckost@wesleyan.edu
- When do expenses for centrally billed products and services get charged to my account?
Expenses are entered into the Financial System once a month for all centrally billed products and services. Finance may also accelerate this process to a more frequent basis, e.g. at fiscal year end.