The Business Operations team at CBSO works closely with unit partners to support purchasing, contracting, accounting, and travel needs. In addition to processing transactions, we collaborate with central offices to ensure accuracy and compliance with University policies and procedures. Our services include submitting purchase and contract requests, managing vendor payments, providing guidance on policies, and assisting with travel coordination and reimbursements. Dedicated to delivering efficient and reliable service, our team engages in ongoing training to maintain consistency and uphold best practices across all units we serve.

 Services We Provide to Support You

💵 Purchasing & Contracting

• Guidance on purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Support and collaboration for event purchasing and contracting needs
• Assistance with purchasing goods, supplies, event registrations and other business-related expenses
• Support with drafting and executing contracts and/or coordinating with PCS when needed

🍰Catering 

• Contract or Personal Service Contract coordination for services
• Food coordination and purchase for events
• Logistics assistance for delivery

✈️ Travel

• Guidance on travel related policies
• Assistance with travel profile setup
• Support with booking travel arrangements
• Help with creating and submitting accurate expense reports
• Review of expense reports to ensure completeness and compliance

Business Operation Requests	Purpose
General Inquiry	Use this form for any Business Operations related general questions, assistance or support.
Accounting Request	This form is intended for all accounting-related needs, including budget changes, check deposits, foundation transfers, invoice payments, journal vouchers (JVs), non-travel reimbursements, student stipends, and resource aid requisitions (RARs).
Catering Request	This form is intended for submitting any catering needs, including food, beverages, and related services. Please provide as much detail as possible to help us coordinate your request efficiently.
Contracting Request	This form is intended to be used when any contracting needs, including - initiating a contract, changing a contract, and renew or extending a contract.
Purchasing Request	This form is intended to be used when any purchase needs, including supplies, memberships, conference registrations, or any other purchases.
Travel Assistance Request	This form is intended to be used for any travel related questions or assistance needed.
eCommerce Support Request	Use this form to request a new eCommerce link, update an existing one, or connect with us for general eCommerce support. The CBSO team will review your request and follow up to provide personalized assistance.