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UConn Coop Purchases

University staff should use the BO-46 Form or the University procard for purchases at the University Co-Op.  Therefore, if the item needs to be returned the bookstore can issue a credit back to the department via a BO-46 or procard.  A cash reimbursement will not be approved.

Items purchased at the Co-op with State or Federal monies must have a legitimate business reason. 

 

Examples of items which will not be allowed are:
  • Attaché/Briefcases
  • Clothing including Sneakers
  • Cosmetics/Toiletries
  • Decorative items such as:  balloons, streamers, decals, candles, pictures, Holiday anything including cards.
  • Greeting cards, wrapping paper, ribbon/bows, gift bags
  • Gift cards/certificates without justification - State monies should not be used for employee gifts.
  • Gift items such as: mugs, keychains, magnets, wallets, photo books, clocks, license plate holders, blankets, umbrellas, UConn bears, mini footballs/basketballs, Frisbees, etc. 
  • I-PODS  -  Any electronic devices should have clear justification to ensure they are for state purposes & not gifts or for personal use.
  • Lamps & Light Bulbs
  • Miscellaneous items such as:  Lip balm, hand salve, lotion, kitchen & bathroom wipes, candy of any kind unless a specific reason is given.
  • Office Equipment & Supplies including Surge Protectors
  • Paper
  • Photographic Equipment & Supplies
  • Printing -  NO printing
  • Retirement gifts not allowed with state monies including Captain’s Chairs.
  • Stationery
  • “Thank-you” gifts for a special event, judges and/or recruiters will be allowed if noted on the BO-46.