Procurement Services Policies

Although the policies contained herein are intended to reflect the current rules and policies of the University, users are cautioned that changes or additions may have become effective since the publication of this material. In the event of a conflict, current statements of Board policy contained in the Bylaws, Rules, official minutes, and other pronouncements of the Board or Chancellor, or superseding law, shall prevail.

Change Order Policy for Construction Projects

The purpose of this policy is to provide a clear and concise process for implementing contract change orders for all construction projects administered through Finance and Operations.

Contract Management Guidelines

The purpose of these guidelines is to set forth the requirements which must be followed when a University department seeks to contract for goods, services, or technology from an outside party by use of a contract provided by the vendor. For professional service agreements, please refer to Professional Services Guidelines, which are tailored to the unique aspects of contracting for professional services.

Procurement Services Gratuity Policy

The purpose of this policy is to ensure Procurement Services Office employees which include Accounts Payable, Contract Administration, Furnishings and Design, Purchasing Card Services and Purchasing maintain freedom from influence and exercise independent judgment when making procurement related decisions.

Purchasing Card Policy and Procedures

The purpose of this Policy is to set forth the requirements that must be followed by University of Alabama employees who are purchasing card (p-card) cardholders.

Purchasing Policy and Guidelines

The purpose of this policy is to set forth the requirement to comply with applicable University policies and guidelines and State of Alabama law for the procurement of goods or services.

UA Spending Policy and Procedures

The purpose of this policy is to set forth the requirements to comply with University policies and State of Alabama Law for the processing of disbursements to vendors and/or reimbursements to University employees or non-employees.

UA Travel Policy and Procedures

The purpose of this policy is to set forth the requirements to comply with University policies and State of Alabama Law for travel and business expenses. Travelers should plan travel in the manner that will be most economical to the University. This includes utilizing the most economical route and mode of transportation available and working to obtain the lowest possible rates or fares. This policy has been developed to ensure that individuals traveling for the University do not incur inappropriate or excessive expenses on behalf of the University and also do not inappropriately gain from the University.

Wireless Communications Stipend Policy

The purpose of this policy is to address the payment or reimbursement of wireless communication fees incurred by University employees while conducting University business and to establish consistent eligibility requirements to be applied to all units.