May I dispose of Government-owned equipment that is no longer useful, idle or requires significant repair that is cost prohibitive?

Answer

Government-owned equipment that is:

Idle - it has been determined the equipment is in excess of need; the equipment may be considered scrap or salvage

In instances when a significant amount of scrap or salvage material is accumulated under a government grant or contract, the unit should contact SPA.  SPA will reach out to sponsor for disposition instructions.  If permitted, such material is disposed of in accordance with the University's established procedures, and an appropriate credit, if any, given the contract or grant.

Unusable - the equipment has become worn or damaged beyond economical repair

The unit should contact SPA.   SPA will contact Sponsor for disposition instructions. Once instructions are received, the unit should work with property accounting for the University’s protocols in moving or destroying item and proper recording in accounting system. Please refer to Equipment Disposal Methods for additional information