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Iowa State University Procurement

Contract vs Non-Catalog Requisition Decision Tree

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ia_Contract
DepartmentIowa State University ProcurementStateIAPostedDueNo due date posted

Federal opportunity from Iowa State University Procurement. Place of performance: IA.

Market snapshot

Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).

12-month awarded value
$546,655,675
Sector total $546,655,675 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$97,181
P10–P90
$33,967$992,402
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($546,655,675)
Deal sizing
$97,181 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
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Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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Place of Performance
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Point of Contact

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Agency & Office

Department
Iowa State University Procurement
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
procurement@iastate.edu
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

Contract vs Non-Catalog Requisition Decision Tree This decision tree is to determine how to handle goods or services that are not purchased through cyBUY or on a P-Card/T&H Card. Please answer the questions below to determine how to process your request. The decision tree below will provide instructions on the best way to proceed with your request. Is this a request to renew an existing contract? [ yes ] [ no ] If you need to renew an existing contract, please contact the Contract Specialist/ Procurement Agent (if known), or email procurement@iastate.edu , or call 515-294-4860. Is the transaction amount $50,000 or greater? This would be the total amount for the purchase or the total amount for the life of any contract including any renewals. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, the assigned Procurement Agent will contact you to discuss the Competitive Selection process. Is this for Professional Services? Professional services are defined as unique, technical performed by an independent contractor qualified by education, experience, and/or technical ability to provide services. The services rendered are predominately intellectual in character, even though the contractor may not be required to be licensed. Professional services engagements may involve partnerships, corporations, or individuals and include consulting, marketing analysis, banking services, medical services, physicians, software development/design, and auditing services. [ yes ] [ no ] Did the supplier provide an agreement? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Professional Services Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, a Procurement Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Is this for an Equipment Loan Agreement? This includes trial, loan, demonstration, or evaluation of equipment. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Is this for a one-time order of goods or services or will orders be short-term for less than one year? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, an Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Index: Professional Services Contract Agreement (PSCA) Form Contract Request Form Contract vs Non-Catalog Requisition Decision Tree This decision tree is to determine how to handle goods or services that are not purchased through cyBUY or on a P-Card/T&H Card. Please answer the questions below to determine how to process your request. The decision tree below will provide instructions on the best way to proceed with your request. Is this a request to renew an existing contract? [ yes ] [ no ] If you need to renew an existing contract, please contact the Contract Specialist/ Procurement Agent (if known), or email procurement@iastate.edu , or call 515-294-4860. Is the transaction amount $50,000 or greater? This would be the total amount for the purchase or the total amount for the life of any contract including any renewals. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, the assigned Procurement Agent will contact you to discuss the Competitive Selection process. Is this for Professional Services? Professional services are defined as unique, technical performed by an independent contractor qualified by education, experience, and/or technical ability to provide services. The services rendered are predominately intellectual in character, even though the contractor may not be required to be licensed. Professional services engagements may involve partnerships, corporations, or individuals and include consulting, marketing analysis, banking services, medical services, physicians, software development/design, and auditing services. [ yes ] [ no ] Did the supplier provide an agreement? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Professional Services Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, a Procurement Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Is this for an Equipment Loan Agreement? This includes trial, loan, demonstration, or evaluation of equipment. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Is this for a one-time order of goods or services or will orders be short-term for less than one year? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, an Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Index: Professional Services Contract Agreement (PSCA) Form Contract Request Form Contract vs Non-Catalog Requisition Decision Tree This decision tree is to determine how to handle goods or services that are not purchased through cyBUY or on a P-Card/T&H Card. Please answer the questions below to determine how to process your request. The decision tree below will provide instructions on the best way to proceed with your request. Is this a request to renew an existing contract? [ yes ] [ no ] If you need to renew an existing contract, please contact the Contract Specialist/ Procurement Agent (if known), or email procurement@iastate.edu , or call 515-294-4860. Is the transaction amount $50,000 or greater? This would be the total amount for the purchase or the total amount for the life of any contract including any renewals. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, the assigned Procurement Agent will contact you to discuss the Competitive Selection process. Is this for Professional Services? Professional services are defined as unique, technical performed by an independent contractor qualified by education, experience, and/or technical ability to provide services. The services rendered are predominately intellectual in character, even though the contractor may not be required to be licensed. Professional services engagements may involve partnerships, corporations, or individuals and include consulting, marketing analysis, banking services, medical services, physicians, software development/design, and auditing services. [ yes ] [ no ] Did the supplier provide an agreement? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Professional Services Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, a Procurement Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Is this for an Equipment Loan Agreement? This includes trial, loan, demonstration, or evaluation of equipment. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Is this for a one-time order of goods or services or will orders be short-term for less than one year? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, an Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. This decision tree is to determine how to handle goods or services that are not purchased through cyBUY or on a P-Card/T&H Card. Please answer the questions below to determine how to process your request. The decision tree below will provide instructions on the best way to proceed with your request. Is this a request to renew an existing contract? [ yes ] [ no ] If you need to renew an existing contract, please contact the Contract Specialist/ Procurement Agent (if known), or email procurement@iastate.edu , or call 515-294-4860. Is the transaction amount $50,000 or greater? This would be the total amount for the purchase or the total amount for the life of any contract including any renewals. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, the assigned Procurement Agent will contact you to discuss the Competitive Selection process. Is this for Professional Services? Professional services are defined as unique, technical performed by an independent contractor qualified by education, experience, and/or technical ability to provide services. The services rendered are predominately intellectual in character, even though the contractor may not be required to be licensed. Professional services engagements may involve partnerships, corporations, or individuals and include consulting, marketing analysis, banking services, medical services, physicians, software development/design, and auditing services. [ yes ] [ no ] Did the supplier provide an agreement? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Professional Services Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, a Procurement Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Is this for an Equipment Loan Agreement? This includes trial, loan, demonstration, or evaluation of equipment. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Is this for a one-time order of goods or services or will orders be short-term for less than one year? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. C

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Feb 22, 2026
Executive summary

Iowa State University Procurement is seeking to clarify processes surrounding the handling of goods or services not purchased through their existing systems. The focus is on determining when to use a non-catalog requisition versus a contractual agreement, particularly for amounts starting at $50,000. This decision tree will provide the necessary guidelines for procurement agents and requesters within the university. Key engagement types include professional services and equipment loan agreements.

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to streamline the requisition process for goods and services that do not fall under standard purchasing methods, ensuring compliance with university policies and facilitating efficient procurement.

Work breakdown
  • Identify requests requiring contract renewals.
  • Determine transaction amounts over $50,000.
  • Assess if the requisition involves professional services.
  • Review supplier agreements before proceeding with requisitions.
  • Handle equipment loan agreements.
  • Process one-time orders or short-term requisitions.
Response package checklist
  • Detailed experience in professional services required by the university.
  • Proof of past engagements in similar procurement processes.
Suggested keywords
Iowa State Universityprocurement processnon-catalog requisitioncontract decision treeprofessional servicesequipment loan agreement
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • No specific response deadline provided.
  • No solicitation number available.
  • Clarification on particular goods or services frequently procured is missing.

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