Effective July 1, 2020, all expense contracts and agreements are required to be processed in collaboration with Business Services through the DocuSign contract process. Standardized contract templates have assisted in the effort to execute all contracts in a timely manner. However, with the many details involved with each agreement and the unique requests of departments and other parties, contract drafting, review and execution times can vary. Therefore, it is crucial for departments to contact Business Services as soon as an event, relationship, or other arrangements involving contractual agreements are being discussed and planned.
In compliance with LB429 Taxpayer Transparency Act, Business Services uploads all University expense contracts to the Nebraska State Contracts Database.
Contact Information
Michael Christen
308-865-8448
christenmt2@unk.edu
Revenue contracts are largely developed and managed at the department level with Business Services working to assist departments with questions on terms, conditions, processes and policies. Business Services continues to progress in developing an efficient and collaborative process to address the unique needs of the departments that process and maintain these revenue-generating partnerships on a regular basis.
Contact Information
Lynelle Fritzen
308-865-8541
fritzenl@unk.edu
All other agreements including memorandums of understanding, practicum, internship, and affiliation agreements, and other partnerships are evaluated on an individual basis. Feel free to contact Business Services for suggestions and assistance concerning these types of arrangements.
Purchase Orders, which are considered contracts related to the purchase of goods, are processed through Procurement and Payment Services.
Contact Information
Payment Processing and Vendor Creation
Payment Services
308-865-8419
pymtsvcs@unk.edu
eShop Payment Processing
Procurement Services
308-865-8525
christensenk@unk.edu
Below are resources and training materials for departments concerning expense contracts. Business Services encourages the department to review these documents prior to any contractual relationship being made with another party. Contact Business Services with any additional questions or to begin the contract process.
Training Video
Expense Contracts Presentation
Expense Contracts Presentation with Notes
Beverage Pouring and Retail Rights – Pepsi Beverages Company
All fountain, bottle, and can products that are sold or distributed at any UNK location or event shall be of the Pepsi-Cola brand.
Bookstore Textbook Operations and Collegiate Merchandise – Akademos, Inc.
All textbooks and course materials should be solely submitted to and provided by Akademos, Inc. through the UNK Online Bookstore to comply with the Higher Education Opportunity Act. All collegiate merchandise and other items typically sold in a college bookstore will be offered through the Loper Spirit Shop.
Dining and Caterings Services – Sodexo America, LLC
All food services, including catering services, will be exclusively provided by Sodexo America, LLC on all UNK owned and managed property and/or facilities with the exception of the Brewed Awakening, an on-campus, student-run coffee shop.
If you are requesting an exception to this exclusivity, please complete the Request for Catering Exclusivity Form. This form must be completed and approved by Sodexo management and Business Services prior to any event taking place or event food purchases being made.
Event Concessions – Nightlife Concepts, Inc.
All concession eligible events conducted on the UNK campus shall be operated by Nightlife Concepts, Inc. or Nightlife Concepts, Inc. shall be given the first opportunity to serve the event.
Food Vending Services – LinPepCo Partnership
All food and hot beverage vending on the UNK campus will be provided by LinPepCo Partnership.
Student Banking and ATM Services – First National Bank of Omaha
First National Bank of Omaha shall have the exclusive access to make available bank account services to students at UNK new student enrollment and transfer days, use of UNK logo(s) for banking cards, and first rights to ATM services on the UNK campus.
Executive Summary of First National Bank of Omaha Banking Services License and ATM Agreement
Term: June 1, 2019 – March 31, 2024
| Account Holder Information (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023) |
| Total number of customers with linked accounts: |
67 |
| Mean linked account costs: |
$1.48 |
| Median linked account costs: |
$33.00 |
Student Checking Account Features
- No minimum deposit or monthly maintenance fees
- One free overdraft or returned item fee refund every 12 months
- Free ATM transactions on FNBO’s network
- No fees charged by FNBO for use of a non-FNBO ATM
- Free Visa® debit card and debit card replacement
- Free checks with FNBO logo
- Free online banking and alerts
- Free mobile banking and deposits
Additional Benefits
- Student checking account features also available for University faculty and staff
- Ability to request UNK-branded debit cards and checks
First National Bank of Omaha Payments to UNK
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Description
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Payment
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Initial Royalty
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$60,000
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Annual Marketing Royalty Payment
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$5,000
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Total Contract Benefit to UNK
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$85,000
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UNK Student Financial Aid Information
First National Bank of Omaha’s contract with UNK does not include any provisions whereby FNBO assists with the disbursement or delivery of any student financial aid. Disbursement of financial aid is only to the checking or savings account in the financial institution of the student’s choice. If a student elects direct deposit, the financial aid is not added as value to any debit card. Student financial aid funds at UNK are applied to educational expenses. If a student voluntarily deposits their excess aid refund in FNBO or any other bank, fees associated with that bank’s checking or savings account programs apply. UNK is not a party to those transactions.
