Business Operations

The CBSO Business Operations team provides expert support in accounting, purchasing, and contracts, and travel. They offer actionable solutions and expertise in University policies and procedures to ensure success for our unit partners.

 FORM TITLE DESCRIPTION
Business Operations Request

Need help? Our online ticket form makes it easy to get support with a wide range of services:

  • General Assistance – Not sure where to start? We’re here to help.

  • Catering – Planning an event? We’ll handle the food orders.

  • Check Deposits – Need a check deposited? We can help!

  • Contracts – Support with creating or managing agreements.

  • Purchasing – Let us take care of placing and tracking your orders.

  • Invoice Payments – Submit your invoices and we’ll handle the payment process.

  • Non-Travel Reimbursements – Get reimbursed for eligible expenses.

  • Student Stipends – Help with processing payments for students.

  • Resource Aid Requisitions (RARs) – Submit a request for additional student support (not processed via the Financial Aid Office)

  • Budget Changes – Need to reallocate funds? We’ve got you covered.

  • Foundation Transfers (TCDR) – Manage transfers involving foundation accounts.

  • Journal Vouchers (JV) – Adjust or move financial transactions as needed.

Just fill out a ticket, and we’ll take it from there!
Travel Assistance Request 

This form is here to help with your travel needs — whether you have a general question, need help with Concur, booking a trip, or submitting an expense report.

Helpful Hints!

  • When requesting a reimbursement remember to include proof of payment and an itemized receipt.
    • If your reimbursement is for hosting – please include the number of attendees and the type of attendee – including but not limited to: UO-employees, students, guests*/non-UO employees. *Guests include but are not limited to guest speakers, visiting scholars, search candidates and advisory board members 
  • When hosting groups and guests with meals or refreshments, a tip*/gratuity up to 20% of the charge is allowable, instead of the previous limit of 15%. See link for more info: Hosting/Refreshments *Note: Tips or fees for alcoholic beverage services are not reimbursable.   These costs must be separated and included with alcoholic beverage purchase (and paid from non-UO funds).
  • For your event or contracting needs – Advanced notice of will allow us to assist you along the way to ensure your needs are met timely. Once you have identified your catering or contract need, reach out to us and let us help you! 3 weeks advance notice is preferred.
  • For your purchase requests – Don’t forget to include a link to the product/event, product details – quantity, color and possible substitutions  if your item is unavailable.
  • When submitting any requests provide clear details in the “Reason for Expense” field – this will help ensure that proper details are included in your contract/event.
  • Upload any email communication with your merchant, retailer or event coordinator as your supporting documentation with your ticket request.
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