Empolyee Duties
Top 10 Employee Responsibilities...
Employees must comply with all procurement laws (LA R.S. 39:1515-1771), rules and regulations, executive orders, and policies and procedures concerning the purchase of goods and services.
Competitive quotes are required for purchases in excess of $500, competitive fax or written quotations for purchases in excess of $5,000, and competitive sealed bids for purchases in excess of $25,000.
No purchase may be divided into smaller purchases under $500 to avoid bid requirements or to reduce a purchase to a lesser bid solicitation requirement.
Employees must receive prior written or verbal approval from the Purchasing Department on all purchases of goods and services over $500 up to $5,000 unless delegated to a higher purchasing authority level by Southeastern policy or the Director of Purchasing.
Submit descriptive, functional, or performance specifications for all quotations and competitive bid solicitations that outline the requirements and criteria for determination of low bid award.
Never sign a contract or agreement for the purchase of goods or services that obligates the University without specific authority delegated by the President or the Director of Purchasing.
Obtain office supply needs through Follett College Bookstore located in the Student Union Annex or through the Office of State Purchasing state-wide contract with Corporate Express.
Follow guidelines and secure special approvals for purchases of food and beverage by faculty, staff, departments and student organizations.
Forward Receiving Reports to the Purchasing Department in a timely manner verifying quantity and condition of goods or performance services.
Refer often to Purchasing Department Home Page on "Guide To Purchase Responsibly".
Contact Us
Purchasing Department
Property Control & Supply Building
2400 North Oak St.
Hammond, Louisiana
Phone:(985)549-2064
Fax: (985)549-3810