Section 3 Introduction
(Last Modified on August 7, 2019)
The ÐÔÊÓ½çAPP (USG) operates in a complex purchasing environment. It is governed by laws of the state of Georgia, policies of the Board of Regents, regulations of the Georgia Department of Administrative Services (DOAS), regulations of the Georgia Technology Authority (GTA), and regulations of the Office of the State Treasurer (OST).
Note: OST governs banking services described in this manual Section 9.0, Banking and Investments.
Rules and regulations for purchasing of all other items as prescribed by DOAS, GTA, and BOR policy are contained in this section. The GTA regulations govern all procurements related to information technology, hardware, software, and consulting services. The state Department of Administrative Services governs all other procurements except as exempted by state law, such as library books, medical equipment and supplies, and perishable items, as noted in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.), sections 50-5-50 through 50-5-81. These rules and regulations govern purchases from all funds except Custodial funds as noted in the BOR Policy Manual Section 7.7.1, Purchasing and Contracting Regulations/General Policy.
Note: Custodial funds are described further in Section 14.0, Custodial Funds.