BIOCHEMISTRY

Can I Purchase It Myself?

Yes If:

• The total transaction is less than $5,000 and is a lab supply or lab service.
• You are using your purchasing card (Procard).
• You are using a blanket order number that you are sure is valid by checking with Biochemistry Purchasing.
• You are using a MDS number that you are sure is valid by checking with Biochemistry Purchasing.
• You are buying from SWAP with a valid MD number or procard.
• You are entering all of the purchase information into BPS at the time of the order plus all of the required documentation. Paperwork can be emailed to purchasing@biochem.wisc.edu, dropped off in our in boxes, or uploaded to the BPS record.

No If:

• It is a travel related expense, airfare, lodging, registration, etc. Please see the Travel section for more information.
• It is a transaction over $5,000. Contact Purchasing for assistance purchasing@biochem.wisc.edu.
• It is an item on the Purchasing Policy and Procedure Exceptions/Approvals/Special Handling list. Contact Purchasing for assistance purchasing@biochem.wisc.edu.