MSU P-Card

PROPER USE OF PURCHASING CARD

 

The individual whose name is on the card is the only person authorized to make purchases using that card.

 

The purchasing card must never be used to purchase items for personal use or for non-University purposes, even if the Cardholder intends to reimburse the University.

 

Acceptable purchases shall include the following:

 

  • Office Supplies

  • Educational Supplies

  • Printing Supplies/Business Cards

  • Software-shrink wrapped

  • Subscriptions

  • Memberships

  • Housekeeping Supplies

  • Maintenance Supplies

  • Vehicular Parts & Repairs

  • Computer Hardware & Peripherals – Contact the IT Department for University Standards

 

Restrictions & Control

 

The purchasing card SHALL NOT be used for the following items:

 

  • Professional Services

  • Consulting Services

  • Chemicals (unless specifically designated for department)

  • Controlled Substances (gases, radioactive, alcohol)

  • Construction/Renovation services

  • Travel

 

There are electronic blocks in each card so they will not work at:

 

  • Cash machines

  • Restaurants

  • Liquor Stores

P-Card Forms

Montclair State University

Procurement Services

College Hall 304

Montclair, New Jersey, 07043

(973) 655-4145

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