Any PI/PD planning to distribute participant incentives must work through the Sponsored Programs, Research, and External Engagement (SPREE) office; including purchasing, filing documentation of participant incentives distributed, and returning undistributed participant incentives to the SPREE office.
All paid incentives are subject to IRS regulations. SPREE maintains documentation for audit and supports the PI/PD in safeguarding confidentiality of study participants. The Business Office conducts spot audits and ensures compliance with IRS regulations.
Before submitting a request for participant incentives, PI/PD must review the SPREE Participant Incentives Policy. Requestors also must provide 10 business days’ notice for purchasing.