Departments have options when purchasing goods and services, and export control screening is an important part of the process.

Purchasing from an unverified foreign vendor can result in financial and criminal penalties. 

Purchasing Through Purchasing and Contracting Services

Export controls works closely with Purchasing and Contracting Services (PCS) to screen foreign vendors before departments proceed with a purchase. 

Purchasing Directly From Foreign Vendors

Due to the decentralized nature of campus, many departments purchase goods and services without going through Purchasing and Contracting Services.

Before purchasing from a foreign vendor, departments should contact export controls to request a compliance check on the vendor. To begin the process, please click below to request a compliance check.