In most cases, a Purchase Order is required to purchase goods and services at TRIUMF. Specific purchases may be exempt from PO requirements. The following types of purchases may be PO exempt:
- Memberships* in associations, institutions, societies, and other organizations, which benefit TRIUMF’s operation and enable the achievement of its vision, mission, and values;
- Sponsorships* which TRIUMF may support at conferences, congresses, professional or academic associations, or other organizations/institutions;
- Utilities such as water, electricity and natural gas;
- Taxes to governments;
- Insurance Premiums to insurance agencies;
- Legal fees;
- Salary; and
- Fund transfers to university members.
*Criteria for Memberships and Sponsorships are outlined in TRIUMF Sponsorship & Membership Policy (Document-148945).