Commodity Code Dictionary
In procurement, commodity codes are used to classify and organize goods and services in a standardized way. Think of them as the DNA of purchasing—they help institutions like universities, governments, and corporations make sense of what they’re buying, how often, and from whom.
Procurement requires the use of commodity codes on each line of your requisition and purchase order in HuskyBuy. Below are Procurement categories with definitions and and sample uses. Please read through and utilize the best suited commodity code for your purchase.
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Table of Contents
Business Support Services
For questions please contact our Business Support Services Procurement buying team.
Sheneil Lawrence | (860) 486-2620 | sheneil.lawrence@uconn.edu
Madison Fournier| (860) 486-9490 | madison.fournier@uconn.edu
Commodity Code | Commodity Code Description | Definition | Examples | Applicable Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5 | Advertising | Services related to promoting products or services through various media. | Print ads, online ads, billboard advertising | Goods & Services, Blanket Order |
6 | Marketing Services | Services related to promoting products or services. | Market research, branding | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
30 | Uniforms & Footwear | Apparel and footwear used as uniforms. | Work uniforms, safety shoes, team jerseys | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
40 | Audio / Visual - Equipment and Supplies | Equipment and supplies used for audio/visual purposes. | Projectors, microphones, speakers | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
41 | Audio / Visual - Installation Services | Services related to the installation of audio/visual equipment. | AV system setup, wiring installation | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
42 | Audio / Visual - Maintenance Services and Consumable Supplies | Services and supplies for maintaining audio/visual equipment. | Equipment repairs, replacement parts | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
44 | Audio Recording Services | Services related to audio recording and production. | Studio recording, audio editing, podcast production | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
45 | Awards, Plaques & Trophies | Items used to recognize achievements. | Trophies, plaques, medals | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
50 | Binding and Framing | Services related to binding documents and framing artwork. | Bookbinding, picture framing, document lamination | Goods & Services, Blanket Order |
60 | Books, Periodicals, etc | Printed or digital publications. | Textbooks, magazines, journals | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
95 | Clothing and Accessories (except uniforms) | Apparel and accessories not intended for use as uniforms. | hats, scarves, etc. | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
116 | Printer - Equipment | Devices used for printing. *This code is currently under review, please see Uprint before using.* | Laser printers, inkjet printers | Please see UPrint: https://kb.uconn.edu/space/IKB/26928676873/UPrint |
117 | Printers - Service | Services related to maintaining printers.*This code is currently under review, please see Uprint before using.* | Printer maintenance contracts, technical support | Please see UPrint: https://kb.uconn.edu/space/IKB/26928676873/UPrint |
118 | Printers - Ink and Toner | Ink and toner used in printers. *This code is currently under review, please see Uprint before using or utilize indicated punchouts.* | Black ink cartridges, color toner | Please see UPrint (https://kb.uconn.edu/space/IKB/26928676873/Uprint), CDW Punchout, Connection Punchout |
140 | Creative Design, Writing Services, & Publications | Services related to creative design and writing. | Graphic design, copywriting, publishing | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
150 | Dry Cleaning and Laundry Equipment and Services | Equipment and services for dry cleaning and laundry. | laundry machines and dry cleaning services | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
155 | Subscriptions, Dues, Fees, Sponsorships & Registrations | Payments for subscriptions, memberships, and registrations. | Professional memberships, conference registrations | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
156 | Translation, Interpreting and Transcription Services | Services related to language translation, interpreting, and transcription. | Document translation, live interpreting, audio transcription | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
158 | License Agreements (Non-IT) | Agreements for licensing non-IT products or services. | Intellectual property licenses | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
180 | Express Mail Services | Services for fast mail delivery. | Courier services, overnight shipping | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
230 | Lab Furniture & Lab Furniture Installation | Furniture and installation services for laboratories. | Lab benches, casework, lab chairs/stools | Goods & Services |
234 | Dorm Furniture & Dorm Furniture Installation | Furniture and installation services for dormitories. | Beds, desks, cabinets | Goods & Services |
235 | Furniture and Furniture Installation | General furniture and installation services. | Office desks, chairs, installation services | Goods & Services, Blanket Order |
240 | Graphic Equipment and Supplies | Equipment and supplies used in graphic design. Typically used by internal document production facilities. | Banner and sign welding, channel letters, vehicle wraps, decals, vinyl wraps | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
241 | Graphic Services | Services related to graphic design. | Logo design, brochure design | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher, Blanket Order |
242 | Editorial/Editing Services | Services related to editing written content. | Proofreading, copy editing | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
243 | Document Preparation and Records Management | Services related to preparing and managing documents. | Document scanning, records storage | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
244 | Shredding Services | Services related to shredding documents and materials. | Document shredding, secure disposal, paper recycling | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
335 | Mailing Equipment and Supplies | Equipment and supplies used for mailing. | Postage meters, envelopes, mailing labels | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
336 | Mailing Services | Services related to sending and receiving mail. | Postal services, courier services, package delivery | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
385 | Office Equipment and Supplies | Equipment and supplies used in office settings. | Stationery, pens/pencils, staplers, etc. | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
395 | Paper | Paper products used for various purposes. | Printer or copier paper | Blanket Order, Goods & Services |
415 | Copier Leases or Rentals - Managed Fleet | Leasing or renting copiers with managed services. | Managed print services, fleet management, maintenance contracts | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
416 | Copier Leases or Rentals - Non-Managed Fleet | Leasing or renting copiers without managed services. | Copier rentals, short-term leases, standalone copiers | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
417 | Managed Print Services - Equipment and Services | Comprehensive solutions from a service provider that help optimize printing and document workflow | Printer leasing, print management software, maintenance services, purchases through the UPrint program. | Blanket Order, Goods & Services |
420 | Photographic Equipment and Supplies | Equipment and supplies used in photography. | Cameras, lenses, tripods | Blanket Order, Goods & Services |
421 | Photography Services | Services related to taking and processing photographs. | Event photography, portrait photography, photo editing | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
435 | Printing Services | Services related to printing documents and materials. | Utilizing external printing company, document printing, poster printing, brochure printing, UConn Magazine | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
436 | Printing Equipment and Supplies | Equipment and supplies used for printing. | Poster supplies, document production center supplies, large/special format printers | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
445 | Promotional Items | Items used for promotional purposes. | Branded merchandise, giveaways, promotional gifts | !JMA Catalog! History: Blanket, Goods, Voucher |
486 | Temporary Signage | Signs used for temporary purposes. | Event signs, construction signs | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
495 | Stationery (Official Univ.) | Official university stationery items. | Letterheads, envelopes, business cards | !AlphaGraphics Catalog! History: Goods |
550 | Videography | Services related to video recording and production. | Event videography, video editing | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
570 | Window Treatments and Textiles | Materials used for covering windows and other textile products. | Curtains, blinds, upholstery fabrics | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
575 | Public Relations Services | Services related to managing public perception and communication. | Press releases, media relations, crisis management | Blanket Order, Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
Professional & Specialized Services
For questions please contact our Professional & Specialized Services Procurement buying team.
Jenn Goodwin | (860) 486-4970 | jenn.goodwin@uconn.edu
Terri Lessard | (860) 486-8051 | terri.lessard@uconn.edu
Taelor Bohnsack | (860) 486-0993 | taelor.bohnsack@uconn.edu
Commodity Code | Commodity Code Description | Definition | Examples | Applicable Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
15 | Appliances | A piece of equipment used for performance of certain tasks. | Refrigerators, washing machines, microwaves | Goods & Services, Blanket Order |
20 | Art ES&S | Equipment, supplies, and services related to art. | Paints, brushes, canvases | Goods & Services, Blanket Order |
25 | Athletic Equipment and Services | Equipment and services used in athletic activities, typically by Division of Athletics | Sports gear, fitness equipment, training services | Goods & Services, Blanket Order |
27 | Athletic Concessions | Food, beverages, and related services or supplies sold at university athletic events to spectators and participants. | bottled drinks, packaged snacks, hot food items, concession stand equipment, and third-party food service vendors. | Goods & Services |
28 | Club Sports Coach/Officials | Coaches and officials for club sports. | Referees, coaches | Goods & Services, Disbursement Voucher |
66 | Storage Containers | Containers used for storing goods and materials. | Shipping containers, storage bins, portable storage units | Goods & Services, Blanket Order, |
75 | Catering | Provision of food and beverages for events. | Buffet services, boxed lunches, beverage stations | External Catering |
76 | Event Services | Services for planning and executing events. | Event planning, decoration, entertainment | Disbursement Voucher, External Catering, Goods & Services, Blanket Order |
77 | Conference Services | Services related to organizing and managing conferences. |
| Disbursement Voucher, External Catering, Goods & Services |
100 | Collection Services | Services related to collecting debts or payments. | Debt collection agencies, payment recovery services | Goods & Services, Blanket Order, Disbursement Voucher |
132 | Consulting Services | Professional advisory services. | Business consulting, management consulting | Goods & Services, Guest Travel Form, Blanket Order |
157 | Speakers and Honorariums | Payments to guest speakers and honorariums. |