A prenote file is a test authorization EFT that is sent to the bank to verify that the EFT account numbers are correct. The prenote file includes the vendor name, account number, and bank routing number. It does not include any currency amounts.

If you have vendors who are receiving an electronic funds transfer (EFT) or direct deposit for the first time or who have had a change in their bank account number, complete the Bank Information section and select PreNote.

❏ Use the Grants and Projects > Utilities > Grant Payments > Create EFT File tab to create the prenote EFT file.

❏ Once a pre-note EFT file is created for a member, the Pre-Note check box is automatically cleared on the member's bank information record.

❏ Send the prenote file to the bank and ask them to run it through ACH to verify that the routing and account numbers are correct.