Are multi-year orders used for services only?
Not necessarily. Multi-year orders can be for goods and services as well.
MarketPlace; Purchasing
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Can a department use State funds to buy drink cup holders with the name of the academic department?
Yes, as long as: Each item purchased is at a minimal value (under $1 each), and Items meet the promotional... -
Can gift cards be purchased on state funds?
This type of purchase is not allowed. Read more: Prohibited Purchases on State Appropriations -
Can I buy a good or service from a University employee?
Generally, the answer is no. Every reasonable effort shall be made to avoid making purchases from employees of any state... -
Can my department use State funds to buy t-shirts for employees to promote morale within the department?
This type of purchase is not allowed. Read more: Prohibited Purchases on State Appropriations -
Change Order
Document processed against a purchase order when there is a change to any of the information outlined on the original... -
Do I have to encumber all funds for a blanket Purchase Order?
No, but you will have to request that funds be added if the PO balance falls below the amount of... -
Do I have to encumber all funds for a multi-year order?
No, but you will have to request that funds be added for each fiscal year period. To do this, please... -
Do I have to enter a receiving report in order for payment to be processed?
Yes, Yes. general purchase orders that require receiving must be received in the Financial System before payment to the supplier... -
Do I have to use convenience contract suppliers or can I request that an order be put out on bid?
Yes, your order can be put out on bid. However, if a convenience contract is used, bidding is not required... -
Does a PO automatically close once the balance reaches zero?
Yes, when the PO balance reaches zero, it is fully paid, and it is fully received in the Financial System,... -
How can I change the Project ID or account number on a PO?
The ability to change the Project ID or account number on a PO depends on whether a payment has been... -
How do I add a new “Ship to” location?
Contact the Help Desk by calling (919) 515-HELP or sending an email at help@ncsu.edu with a request to add a... -
How do I close a blanket PO?
Send an email to the Purchasing Specialist who handled your order and request a change order to close your PO.... -
How do I close a PO that still has a balance?
Send an email to the Purchasing Specialist who handled your order and request a change order to close your PO.... -
How do I create a multi-year requisition?
Create a requisition. Make a note in the comment section that this is a multi-year requisition. Procurement Services will take... -
How do I enter a service requisition?
Create a requisition. Make a note in the comment section that this is a service requisition. Procurement Services will take... -
How do I request expedited processing of an order for emergency repairs?
First, determine if the request is for an emergency or a pressing need. The North Carolina Procurement Manual defines pressing... -
How do I reset my Fedex.com password?
There are two options to reset the FedEx password: Use the reset password option on the Fedex.com sign-in screen. Submit... -
How do I sign up for MarketPlace Training?
Links to all Procurement & Business Services training can be found on the Learn It page. -
How do I verify if my MarketPlace order has been paid for?
To verify if your MarketPlace order has been paid for, follow the steps outlined below: Go to MyPack Portal. From... -
How does a charter bus supplier gets added to the approved list?
To become a Charter Bus and Limousine/Sedan Services Approved Supplier, please submit evidence of insurance as listed on the Charter... -
How much can be spent on a purchase order in the MarketPlace?
There is no spending limit for orders in the MarketPlace. Read more: Purchasing Manual: Introduction to Procurement Processes, Purchasing Methods... -
How much money can I spend before getting Procurement Services involved?
Purchases below $5000 are handled at the department /college level. For a bird’s eye view of procurement methods and process,... -
How to Buy at NC State (Video Tutorial)
The How to Buy at NC State tutorial is a great place to start! Whether you are new to NC... -
I have a contract that needs to be reviewed in conjunction with a requisition. Which should be entered first?
Enter your requisition and make a note that you’ve uploaded your contract to the Procurement Contract Portal. -
I need to change my Project ID in my FedEx MarketPlace account. What do I do?
Once your SAR Administrator has set up your Shipper role, the next day you will be able to update the... -
I’ve updated my Project ID and/or phase in my MarketPlace profile, but when I log into FedEx.com my old reference is still showing and not my new account. What do I do?
All requests to add a new Project ID/Reference are submitted in the My Profile screen. If you have updated your... -
MarketPlace Manual
The Procurement & Business Services Learn It page lists up-to-date resources for all things MarketPlace, including: MarketPlace Manual MarketPlace Training... -
MarketPlace Resources