State Purchasing Thresholds:

• Competitive bidding may be waived for minor, nonrecurring purchases up to a maximum of $25,000.
• Goods and services procurements estimated to exceed $25,000 up to a maximum of $100,000 shall be made in the open market, and be based on three competitive quotes. The Office of the Attorney General must approve contracts of $25,000+.
• Goods and services procurements estimated to exceed $100,000 over the life of the contract, must be advertised online on the State Contracting Portal for a minimum of five days. The Office of the Attorney General must approve contracts of $25,000+.
• Only the President or their designees may sign contract on behalf of the University.
• Board of Regents (BOR) Review Requirements:
  • Under the CSCU Contracting and Signatory Authority Policy, the University is required to submit certain contracts to the Board of Regents based on total contract value (included all terms and options):
    • $1,000,000–$2,500,000: Must be submitted to the BOR as information after full execution by the two properly delegated signatories.
    • Over $2,500,000: Must be submitted to the BOR for approval prior to execution.
• These thresholds apply to new contracts and amendments.
• Departments initiating contracts near or above these amounts must involve Procurement early in the process to ensure timely coordination with legal review, OAG approval (as applicable), and BOR deadlines

Vendor Awards:

• Vendors are evaluated based on factors such as price, quality, delivery capabilities, and compliance with CSCU standards. 
• Contracts are awarded to vendors that best meet the established criteria and offer optimal value. 

Bid Opportunities:

• Bookstore Operations Services for Southern Connecticut State University RFP No.26-SCSU-1

Required Forms for Connecticut State Contracts ($50,000 and above)

The following affidavits and certifications are required for contracts with the State of Connecticut valued at $50,000 or more, pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes, Executive Orders, and policies of the Office of Policy and Management (OPM), Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO), and State Elections Enforcement Commission (SEEC).

1. Nondiscrimination Certification (CHRO)

Official Name: State of Connecticut Nondiscrimination Certification (Forms A–E)
Applies To: All State contracts
Notes: Entities with contracts $50,000 or more must submit Form C (Affidavit) or Form D/E (Resolution).

2. Campaign Contribution Certification

Official Name: OPM Ethics Form 1- Campaign Contributions Certification
Applies To:

State contracts ≥ $50,000 (C.G.S. § 9‑612)

Notes: Must be notarized

3. Gift and Campaign Contribution Certification 

Official Name: OPM Ethics Form 1 – Gift and Campaign Contribution Certification
Applies To: Single contract ≥ $50,000 or Series of contracts ≥ $100,000 in a calendar year
Authority: C.G.S. §§ 4‑250, 4‑252; Executive Order 21‑2

4. Consulting Agreement Affidavit

Official Name: State of Connecticut Consulting Agreement Affidavit
Applies To: All State contracts
Notes: Must be submitted even if no consulting agreements exist (mark “None”).

5. Affirmation of Receipt of State Ethics Law Summary

Official Name: Affirmation of Receipt of State Ethics Law Summary
Applies To: All State contracts
Notes: Confirms receipt, understanding, and distribution of ethics summary