5250XX Fuels and Utilities

Note: If account code produces a 1099, is included in the MBE/EDGE calculation, is used for Instrastate Transfer Vouchers (ISTVs), or is exempt from the Written Contracts Policy, the corresponding column/row is populated. If column/row is blank, it does not apply.

Account Codes	Account Description	Extended Definition	No PO Required	1099	MBE/ EDGEMBE/ EDGE M = MBE E = EDGE M&E = Both	ISTV	Exempt from Written Contracts Policy
525050	Util Electricity	Payments made for electric utility charges regardless of the purpose for which it is used.	No PO				Exempt
525051	Util Gas	Payments made for natural or manufactured gas (e.g. propane) used in stoves or furnaces primarily for the purpose of producing heat and power. It also includes any transmission and delivery charges.	No PO				Exempt
525052	Util Water and Sewage	Payments made to public or private utilities for water and sewage treatment services and related expenses.	No PO				Exempt
525053	Other Fuel Types	Payments made for coal; oil; other fuel types such as wood, coke, or charcoal; and any other fuels that are not classified elsewhere. This includes the cost of transportation and any necessary fuel analysis. It EXCLUDES vehicle fuel (522050).	No PO		M&E		Exempt
525054	Interest Payments - Utilities	Late payment penalties made to public or private utilities for water and sewage treatment services and related expenses.	NO PO	1099			Exempt
525055	Utility Reduction Programs	Payments for utility auditing services and performance contracts that reduce utility cost.
525056	Utility Reduction Finance PYMT	Payment of installment payment contract for utility reduction financing programs pursuant to ORC 156.04.					Exempt