Description: Applies to all expense reimbursements to employees; has associated Procedure. Policy Application: This policy applies to all expense reimbursements to employees whether charged against University operating funds, research grants and contracts or any other funds administered by the University. Policy: York University shall reimburse its employees for reasonable expenses incurred by them on behalf […]
Description: Identifies the individuals who may be consulted regarding University work projects in the instances where such services cannot be provided by the University's staff. Policy York University may engage consulting engineers and other consultants to provide planning, design, supervision, project management, investigatory or advisory services related to the construction, renovation, alteration, repair and operation […]
Description: Outlines procedure for recycling and disposal of equipment, furnishings and other assets (excluding real estate or other interests in land) that are no longer of use to a University department or operating unit. Definition A surplus asset is any asset other than real estate that is no longer of use to a University department, […]
Description: Outlines the responsibility of University employees who have the authority to procure goods and services to make appropriate disclosure should a conflict of interest arise and also sets out the disclosure process to be followed. Issued pursuant to the University Policy and Procedure on Procurement of Goods and Services. Guideline The University shall not […]
Policy York University intends to identify and manage its institutional risks in support of its objects and mission; not to eliminate risk, but rather to ensure that existing and emerging risks are identified and managed in a balanced manner. Institutional risks include circumstances, both realized and anticipated, which have or reasonably could be expected to […]
Policy Insurance and Risk Management 1. The placement of insurance is an integral part of York University’s framework for the responsible management of its risks. Objectives of Insurance Program 2. The University establishes and maintains an insurance program that: underwrites damage to its physical assets; minimizes its exposure and that of its officers, directors, employees […]
Description: Refers to the authority required to execute documents that may be entered into on behalf of the University. Has associated procedure and guidelines. Background The purpose of this policy is to specify the signing authorities required for various types of contracts that may be entered into on behalf of the University. Definitions Contract: Includes, but […]
Description: Deals with the design of new University buildings, and the design of the renovation or expansion of existing buildings. Policy The design of all new University buildings shall be carried out either by Design Build or an Architectural firm selected on a competitive basis. This policy also extends to the design of the renovation […]
Description: Indicates factors which should be considered when selecting contractors for the University. Policy The selection of contractors and the awarding of Construction, Renovation, and Alterations Contracts shall be made such that all goods and services are purchased at the best price, considering availability, quality of supplies and material, and service. The Vice-President (Finance and […]
1. Purpose This Policy authorizes the University to dispose of non-real estate assets which are declared surplus. It has an associated Procedure outlining the steps to dispose of the asset emphasizing cost-recovery and waste reduction. 2. Scope and Application This Policy applies to all University assets except for real estate or other interests in land. 3. Definitions […]
