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Airgas Billing Updates

Effective September 15, 2025, Airgas will apply a 3% surcharge on all credit card payments.To avoid this fee, users can set up autopay for their Airgas account(s). If you are interested and have not received a copy of the enrollment form to get started, please contact Gieva’ Patton, patto024@ua.edu for a copy. Important form details: Once completed, submit the form…


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:…


Certificates of Insurance

As a friendly reminder, any vendor coming onto campus must provide a valid Certificate of Insurance (COI) prior to their arrival.The COI must: This is a critical step in ensuring that all third-party vendors meet our risk management and liability standards. If you have any questions or need assistance verifying a vendor’s insurance documentation, please…


Big Changes for the VDS and PSA

Effective June 1, 2025, the Professional Services Agreement and Vendor Disclosure Statement will now be submitted through the Procurement Contract Portal, Agiloft.   Also, effective June 1, 2025, Vendor Disclosure Statements are no longer required for contracts/agreements of all types that are less than $75,000. Please direct all VDS questions to acctspay@ua.edu.  Please direct all PSA questions…


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…


Planning your Purchases for Fiscal Year 2026: A Strategic Approach

Fiscal Year 2026 is here! We can’t wait to help with your procurement plan to meet your needs, reach your goals, and help ensure smooth operations and cost savings. Purchasing wants to hear what you have planned for 2026 and help guide departments when you are mapping out timelines and procurements for the upcoming year.…


From Financial Accounting: Capitalization of Moveable Equipment

Effective October 1, 2024, and in accordance with federal regulations, the threshold for capitalization of moveable equipment will increase from an acquisition value of $5,000 to an acquisition value of $10,000.  In Banner and Concur,  account names will change to reflect the increased threshold.  Please be aware of this change and use the correct account…


Appliance Purchases

Appliance purchases are typically only allowable on State funds when needed for conferences or workshops sponsored by UA, training events, research use, or to replace original building equipment in breakrooms or kitchens. Otherwise, approval from Purchasing is required. Approval from Purchasing is required for the purchase of all ice machines, regardless of purpose or use.…


Charter Bus Requests

With the fall semester beginning soon, trips requiring a charter bus will be made.  If you are aware of an upcoming trip, please be sure to get your request in as early as possible.  During the fall semester, buses book up quickly and are more difficult to secure due to the various sporting events happening,…


Placing Credit Card Orders through Airgas buyBAMA Catalog

As of December 2023, Airgas cannot accept credit card information sent on an electronic order in order to both protect the user and remain PCI compliant. After placing an order through the Airgas punchout catalog, you will receive a one-time use email from Airgas requesting to add a Payment Method. The SnapPay/PayByLink will be sent…


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