It is essential that a Vendor Code be on the system before any paperwork is started. Any payment will be delayed until the Vendor Code is established on the University system. The vendor code field of the disbursement voucher must contain the individual's Social Security Number, as known by the University. The address field must contain the individual's home address, even if the department is requesting that the check come back to the University, rather than be mailed directly to the individual. The address field must contain the company's or corporation's remit to address, even if the department is requesting that the check come back to the University, rather than be mailed directly to the company or corporation.
All documentation is on hold until the Vendor Code is established.
You are encouraged to submit the completed MW-9 . Form well in advance of any purchase requisitions or payment requests. How To Obtain a TIN - If you do not have a TIN, apply for one immediately. Generally, you will then have 60 days to obtain a TIN and furnish it to the requester. As soon as you receive your TIN, complete another Request for Verification of Taxation Reporting Information, include your TIN, sign and date the form, and give it to the requester.