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Sole Source Request
Basic Definition
U-M policy and state and federal regulations require that all purchases $50,000 and greater be competitively bid to help ensure the university makes purchases in an open and competitive environment and receives fair and reasonable pricing. A sole source request is a request to deviate from the competitive bid process.
Why It's Important
Submit a sole source request only if your purchase cannot be competitively bid (for example, if only one supplier can provide the good or service).
How to Comply
Consult with Procurement Services before pursuing a sole source request. Submitting the Sole Source Justification Form does not guarantee that Procurement Services will approve the request.
Learn More:
- U-M Procurement General Policies (SPG 507.01, Section XII)
- The Uniform Guidance Subpart D (Sections 200.319 - 200.320)
- U-M Sole Source Justification Form
- U-M Procurement Services Contact Information