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Procuring Digital Content and Technology

Following the April 2024 update to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, public universities are required to ensure that all digital content is fully accessible to all individuals by April 2026. This includes all third-party applications used by the University community, whether paid or free.When procuring digital content and technology, it’s crucial to:…


FY 2025 Fiscal Year End Reminders

With FY2025 ending in a few short weeks, it is important to note the dates below to ensure that Procurement Services can process all orders and post all transactions to Banner within the Financial Accounting deadlines:


Procurement Vendor Fair 2025

Please join us on March 25, 2025, from 10:00 am to 1:30 p.m. as Procurement Services hosts a Contract Vendor Fair in the Student Center Ballroom. Many of our current Contract Vendors will be on hand to showcase the products and services they provide for the University. We will have food and door prizes. We…


Contract Management: Please Don’t Click “I Agree” Unless You Have Authority

Clickthrough Agreements, also known as Clickwrap, Click-Accept, and Click-To-Sign Agreements, are online contracts that users agree to by clicking a button or checking a box. The process of signing is replaced by the action of clicking. There is an increasing trend among vendors who require contracts to be “accepted” online instead of using electronic signatures. If…


Purchsing: Event Equipment Rental, Service & Event Supplies

Event Equipment Rental, Service, and Event Supplies (UA24-106) encompasses a broad range of products and services essential for executing successful events. This includes renting items such as tents, tables, chairs, and other event essentials, ensuring every event has the necessary equipment for a seamless experience. Pope Tents is the primary vendor and should be contacted first…


2025 Planning

Purchasing wants to hear what you have planned for 2025 and help guide departments when you are mapping out timelines and procurements for the upcoming year. We are happy to review departmental spending and past supplier performance, account for forecasted changes, and help your department make informed purchasing decisions. Planning for fiscal year 2025 will…


U.S. Bank’s 24-Hour Customer Service

The U.S. Bank Customer Service number (800-344-5696) listed on the back of all UA P-Cards is a valuable resource for cardholders. In addition to activating your card, reporting a card lost/stolen, and finding out why your purchase has declined, you can find out the following: Current Balance: The amount that has been charged in the…


New Milage Rate for 2024

The IRS has announced an increase in the standard mileage rate for 2024.  Effective January 1, 2024, the mileage rate paid to persons traveling in privately owned vehicles on official business for the state will be 67 cents per mile (up 1.5 cents from 2023). The updated mileage rate is available in Concur and on…


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