To establish consistent procedures for the preparation, issuance, and management of invoices to ensure timely and accurate billing for goods, services, or other financial obligations involving NSWERS.
To establish authorized check signatories and signature requirements for all disbursements made by NSWERS.
To identify an appropriate reserve requirement to meet emergency needs, unexpected expenses, and circumstances.
To provide direction on lawful bank accounts and security requirements for those banks.
To provide for the safekeeping of cash, financial assets, and personal property.
To identify the process for getting travel approved and for processing claims.
To explain reimbursement rules for meal costs related to NSWERS business.
To provide guidance on booking lodging and getting reimbursed for lodging while on NSWERS business.
To provide guidance on the use and reimbursement for using a private vehicle for NSWERS business.
To secure the best possible prices and procure quality materials and equipment that meet specifications and other requirements. This policy applies to bidding and purchasing of all goods, materials, supplies and equipment, with the exception of fixed equipment, hereinafter referred to as “materials”.
The purchase of any IT equipment or software must adhere to the purchasing thresholds.
To ensure that all situations involving a contract or agreement (hereinafter referred to as contracts) for acquiring goods and services are clear and that the appropriate process is followed when entering into a contract. A contract is necessary whenever a legal relationship is established consisting of rights and duties that go beyond the sale transaction details.
To identify annual audit requirements.
To identify annual reporting requirements to the Executive Council.
