IMPORTANT INFORMATION RELATED TO FOREIGN CONSULTANTS:

If you have the need or desire to contract with a “non-resident alien vendor” (a foreign individual or company) for any purpose, please contact Purchasing immediately.  This applies whether you are paying a consultant fee or just reimbursing consultant expenses.  There are IRS forms that the vendor needs to complete concerning residency and visa information.  These forms must then be submitted to MnSCU for review and research of the appropriate treaty.  MnSCU will notify us of approval or denial according to treaty.  If approved by MnSCU, the contract paperwork process can begin.  Please allow 4-8 weeks for this process before a contract can be executed.  Work may not begin without the MnSCU approval and a completed contract and purchase order.