The Vendor Master stores information on suppliers with which the University of Toronto conducts business.
Each supplier has a vendor master record (i.e. vendor account), which is required when issuing payment through the University’s financial system. The following article provides step-by-step instructions on how to request a new vendor account.
For more information on Vendor Master Records, see Vendor Master Record Management.
Before submitting your request:
IF APPLICABLE, indicate if the supplier is a:
Invoice Currency: Indicate the invoice currency (CAD, USD, or other).
GST/HST#: If the supplier operates in Canada, a GST/HST number is required.
To expedite your request, use the CRA’s online registry to validate the supplier’s registration, and attach a screenshot to your request (watch a short tutorial).
If a Canadian-based supplier does not have a GST/HST number and meets the requirements for small supplier status (i.e. yearly earnings are less than $30,000), a signed Small Supplier Certification form must accompany the request.
Have an authorized agent from the supplier fill out and sign the Ontario Business and U.S. Business Representation sections. For more information, see Applying Provincial Policies.
Note: Requests without this section completed will not be processed.
Complete the Departmental Information section, including the acknowledgement that this supplier request is for University business only.
Attach one of the following:
Send your request to purchasing.help@utoronto.ca.
Note: Standard processing time is five (5) business days.