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. 

Methods of Contracting:

• Purchase Orders (POs)- Standard method for procuring goods and services. 
• Contracts- Formal agreements used for complex procurements or ongoing services. 
• Only Office of the Attorney General templates can be used. Contract review takes 2-4 weeks at SCSU. Please plan purchases accordingly. 

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 compeitive 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 Vice Presidents can sign contracts on behalf of the University. 

Visit the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services for information regarding state contracts.