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Purchasing Procedures

Purchase Requisitions • Office Supplies • State Contract Items • Reimbursement Requests • Purchase Requisition Status • Blanket Purchase Orders • Finding Vendors • Foundation Purchases

Purchase Requisitions

Any goods or services purchased outside the Cooperative Extension Service require a completed on-line requisition using Banner Webforms; or, if you are purchasing items to be added to stores inventory, a Purchase Request Form PURCH-304 (NOTE:  This form is not used to order items from the warehouse inventory).  Instructions for entering and approving requisitions are available by selecting the "How Do I" section.  There are also a few tips for entering requisitions available here.  When completing a Banner requisition, you should provide as much information as possible to ensure that your request is properly filled, including multiple vendor information, if known, and specific information regarding the items to be purchased.  Complete a separate on-line requisition for each vendor, if required. Once you have completed an on-line requisition, your immediate supervisor will normally approve it in Banner, but depending on the fund and organization codes, it may be someone else who has responsibility for the specified funds.  Larger dollar requests require additional approvals from Administration.  For the PURCH-304 form, the approval chain is described on the form itself.   The initiator of the requisition will receive an electronic PDF file of the purchase order via GroupWise email once the purchase order has been completed and approved.  If you need additional information, refer to the policy guide.

Office Supplies

Office Depot is our mandatory office supplies state contractor.  All office supplies will be purchased from Office Depot.  Because of our relationship, supplies can be ordered directly from Office Depot without submitting a requisition.  Select Office Depot Electronic Ordering System for additional details.  Some items such as copy paper and envelopes remain on separate state contracts and are stocked in the warehouse.  Please check inventory through the on-line ordering system before placing an order with Office Depot.

Because most offices use the same type of office supplies, we stock some common items in the warehouse.  This allows us to buy in bulk and assures that supplies are available when you need them.  You can check our online ordering system to see if the item you need is available.  If you don't see an item you are looking for, see the information above.

State Contract Items

The state Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) has established contracts with specific vendors for a number of items to help us get the best price available.  Some commonly used state contract items are stocked in the warehouse (see for ordering instructions).  Any items under state contract may not be purchased from any other vendor. Currently, the following items are on state contract:

Air conditioners and heat pumps Office Supplies
Business cards (printed in C E S print shop) Printed Index Tabs
Copiers, leased Stock Continuous Paper
Custom Continuous Forms Telephone Equipment
Custom Snap-out Forms Tires
Diploma Inserts and Covers Toilet Tissue and paper towels
Envelopes, printed and plain Video Tape 
Lamps (light bulbs) and ballasts Xerographic and Print Shop Paper
Letterhead Envelopes  
Microsoft Software  

Other items requiring special consideration:

Automobiles/trucks Professional and consulting services
Cellular Telephones Rentals or leases
Construction and Capital Improvements W-2 Continuous Forms
Constitutional items (printing and stationery supplies)   
Computer Hardware/Software, Data Processing Equipment  

For additional information regarding these contracts, visit the Office of State Procurement (OSP) website and select Contracts.

Reimbursement Requests

In some instances, you may purchase items directly and submit an invoice for reimbursement.  Requests for reimbursement (PURCH-330) must be submitted by authorized Extension professional staff members.  Reimbursements can only be made to the person who actually paid for the items.  Extension professional staff members may be reimbursed for the purchase of materials used solely for carrying out Extension work.  Remember that all state purchasing regulations must be observed when making any purchases.  Individuals may not receive reimbursement for the purchase of any items included on a contract.  State contract items change frequently so you should contact the purchasing office prior to making any purchases.  In addition, the Federal Smith-Lever Act and CES policy prohibit the purchase of certain items.  For a list of those items, review the policy guide.

Purchase Requisition Status

Purchase requests are processed in the order they are completed and approved in Banner Webforms.  Processing time can vary depending on the volume of requests and the type of request.  For additional details regarding the status of a requisition, see the Requisition Inquiry section under "How do I enter a requisition?"

Blanket Purchase Orders

Blanket purchase orders are issued for small dollar purchase needs of an immediate, though non-recurring nature.  State contract items, constitutional items, biddable items, and capital equipment purchases are not allowed against blanket orders.  Use the Blanket Order Request Form (PURCH-303) to request issuance of a blanket purchase order.  When submitting invoices for purchases against a blanket order, a Blanket Order Authorization Form (PURCH-307) along with any receipts or invoices should be forwarded to the Financial Services office for payment.

Finding Vendors

Need help in finding out where to buy electronic items or in checking out specifications for such items and what is available? Try the following websites:

For the latest in digital video projectors:

Office of State Procurement (OSP) also has contracts with multiple computer vendors.  The Extension Service normally purchases Gateway computers for compatibility and standardization of our network systems.  The IT Department has set up a list of standard computers with configurations and quote numbers on their web page.  Refer to their web page and click on Computer Purchasing Standards before ordering.  Any one desiring to purchase another computer brand must contact the Director of our Information Technology Department for approval.  A list of suggested office printers is also on their web page. 

When ordering a computer, print the specific model and configuration you desire with any approved accessories from the IT web page.  Attach the sheet to a Requisition Routing Slip with the Webforms requisition number and forward to the Financial Services office.  If a computer system configuration changes or the price increases significantly, Purchasing will contact the requester for approval before completing the order.

For OSP Digital Wireless information, go to the IT Department web page and click on Helpful Information and then click on the AT&T Wireless Management.  Follow the instructions for accessing our Extension cell phone site.  You cannot order from this site, but you will be able to view the different cell phones available on the state contract.  Once you decide on the phone you wish to purchase, email the purchasing office with pertinent information, including phone brand name and model, any accessories wanted, where the phone will use primarily, and the fund and org codes to be charged.  Include the current cell phone number of the user, if not ordering new service.

Foundation Purchases

ADC Foundation - If you are requesting reimbursement for a purchase, submit paid receipts for the amount of the reimbursement along with a University of Arkansas Foundation Payment Authorization (UAFound-20).  If you are requesting payment to a vendor, submit the vendor invoice along with a Payment Authorization (UAFound-20).  You must include the name and number of your U of A Foundation account on all payment requests.

4-H Foundation - If you are requesting reimbursement for a purchase, submit paid receipts for the amount of the reimbursement along with a Request for Payment.  If you are requesting payment to a vendor, submit the vendor invoice along with a Request for Payment.   You must include the name and number of your 4-H Foundation account on all payment requests.

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