Property Manual - Chapter Three   Fabrications of Equipment Overview The fabrications process is one of various methods by which property is “acquired” at Stanford. Due to the specific requirements surrounding method of acquisition, they are addressed in this chapter exclusively. Herein we address the business process, accounting, and reporting requirements associated with equipment fabrications at Stanford, whether they are developed for use on the project or intended to be deliverable enditems to the sponsor. Application of these guidelines is required for fabrications developed on federal contracts. It is optional, but may be used, for fabrications developed on grants or other sponsored projects.