Sec. 4-203. Purchases of and Contracts for Goods, Supplies and Services-General Provisions.

1. All purchases of and contracts for goods, supplies, and services by the University shall be made in accordance with this subpart and/or the University's Purchasing Policy, except as otherwise specifically provided.
2. Prior to any commitment to a vendor, the funds necessary for the purchase or contract shall be encumbered against the applicable account(s).
3. A purchase or contract shall not be subdivided to avoid the requirements of this subpart.