Procurement Guidance

This page provides guidance on purchasing as it relates to consultants, vendors, UT Market and more.

Any services procured by UT Austin need to obtain prior approval before any work can start. Not having prior approval can place OADR out of compliance with UT Policy and risk the possibility of providing payment.

Please click on the appropriate guide below to assist. Purchase Order's and Service Agreements are among the most popular methods to procure services. The route will depend on the vendor and other factors. 

If you are interested in utilizing the procard for the purchase, please visit the Procard page on our Wiki for guidance. 

Should you have questions regarding best method of procurement, please reach out to your Post-Award Specialist. 

OADR Guides & Forms 

Purchase Orders Request Form 

Service Agreement Guidance

Service Agreement Exhibits templates 

Business Contracts Review Form - to be submitted with every Service Agreement request (only highlighted sections needed)

Exclusive Acquisition Forms (EAJ) 

UT Market Guidance

Texas Sales & Use Tax Exemption Form & Instructions 

Helpful Links to understand purchasing at UT Austin

Authority to Obligate 

Purchase Order vs Contract

Independent Contractor FAQ's

Exclusive Acquisition Forms (EAJ) Sample

Procurement Guideline Matrix