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buyBAMA – When do I need to request a Change Order?

With PO Invoices now routing through Concur, Change Orders in buyBAMA are not always necessary. Through the PO Invoice approval workflows, departments and Purchasing have the ability to approve PO […]


Did you know? – Purchasing Solicitations

Purchasing administers all Invitation for Bids (IFBs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) electronically, through ESM Sourcing.  Sourcing is a software module from ESM Solutions, the same provider of buyBAMA – […]


PO Invoices in Concur

We are excited to announce that we are incorporating the processing of invoices on purchase orders (PO) into the Concur Travel and Expense System.  This will lead to efficiencies for […]


Did you know?

As a State agency, the University is subject to the State of Alabama bid law.  Per Section 41-16-20 of the Code of Alabama, any purchase request or contract for like […]


Software Purchasing Tips

While software purchases should be treated like other purchases in regards to the University’s Purchasing Guidelines, there are some unique aspects to consider.  Please see tips below for software purchases: […]


Now is the time to Plan for Upcoming Purchases

This semester has been underway for a couple of weeks now and hopefully everyone is back in their “normal” routine…as normal as it can be during this time.  Please begin […]


Holiday Break Planning

Please remember that we have an earlier than normal start to the Holiday break this year.  The last day of business operations is Friday, December 18th which is fast approaching.  […]


Dell Contract

Please remember to use the UA Dell Premier page for all University purchases.  It is important to use the correct site in order to receive the UA discount as well […]


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