Purpose:

This form is required for all purchases over $25,000.

If the department/school feels that its purchase meets one of the correct criteria, it can either negotiate an agreement with the vendor directly or can request that Purchasing Resource Services negotiate with the vendor on its behalf.

The Single Source Justification Form must be completed, submitted, and approved prior to the purchase order being issued. All internal department/school approval paths apply, as well as POPS. In addition, sole source purchases that are $25,000 or more will also be reviewed by Purchasing Resource Services.

Routing and Approval:

All Bid Documentation/Single Source Justification (SSJ) Forms must be sent to FSMFinance
& Budget for review and approval. A copy of the relevant invoice and all other supporting documentation must be attached to the form.