April 26, 2024

Business Services eUpdate – January 2014

Procurement Identifier

Department Change – Pauline Jenkins

Pauline Jenkins has accepted a position in the Simpson Library as of Jan. 10, 2014. Pauline will be missed in Procurement Services, and we wish her all the best in her new role.

For questions pertaining to standard technology orders and purchases, please email procure@umw.edu or call (540) 654-1127.
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Year-End Purchases

Please plan ahead for all year-end purchasing and ETF funds to avoid last minute issues or delays. For assistance, please contact a member of Procurement Services.
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Annual SPCC Training Reminder

The annual SPCC training is required for all cardholders and cardholder reviewers. The training is available in the Knowledge Center and needs to be completed by Feb. 15, 2014.

Instructions on Accessing SPCC Training

Questions? Contact Melissa Myers at (540) 654-1057
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New Technology Buy Your Own “BYO” Items

New items have been added to the procurement website “buy your own” approved list. Visit the website for more information: BYO WEBSITE
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eVA EP Number Change

An eVA change in EP numbering sequence took place last week, the change should have no impact on users.
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Buyer Beware

During the month of December, the campus received several suspicious calls from vendors attempting to sell copier/printer supplies to our campus and requesting equipment information. Do not hesitate to contact the Procurement Services Office to report any suspicious activity.
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Contract Activity

  • Surplus Land Sale (Westmont Parcel) – In progress
  • Bookstore Point of Sale system-  Intent to award is posted
  • Sign Language Interpreting Services – under evaluation
  • Boiler Plant Maintenance- awarded
  • Numerous ETF purchases in progress

Parking Identifier

 

Parking Advisory: Enforcement Begins 1/15/2014

To ensure the availability of safe parking and the efficient use of the parking resources, the enforcement of decal registration regulations will begin on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014.

Review lot designation and campus parking guidelines in order to prevent fines and/or towing.

Questions? Contact Parking Management at (540) 654-1129 or rjones@umw.edu.

Bookstore Identifier

Oak Hall Regalia Rental

Information on faculty regalia for Commencement
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Extended Hours 1/13/14 – 1/16/14

The Bookstore will be open Monday, Jan. 13 to Thursday, Jan. 16 until 8 p.m. The store will be closed on Jan. 20.

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UMW Hoodies!

Stay warm in a UMW hooded sweatshirt this winter!  Visit the store for a variety of styles and colors.  Available in store and on the website.

Bookstore Hoodie

Copy Center Identifier

 

Network Printing Availability

Want to use your MFD as a printer? Eliminate the need for a desktop printer, or reduce the costly printer supplies!

Step by step instructions are available on our website http://adminfinance.umw.edu/copies/mfd-networking-project/

Contact Denise Davies, Copy Center Manager, with questions (540) 654-1935

Post Office Identifier

USPS Rate Increase Effective Jan. 26, 2014

Effective Jan. 26, 2014 the United States Postal Service will increase prices on most classes of mail. Get your forever stamps now at the UMW Post Office before the price increases. See Rate Changes.

Highlights of the new single-piece First-Class Mail pricing include:

  • Letters (one ounce) — three-cent increase to 49 cents
  • Letters additional ounces — one-cent increase to 21 cents
  • Letters to all international destinations (one ounce) — $1.15
  • Postcards — one-cent increase to 34 cents

EagleOne Identifier

 

Payroll Deduction = 1 Free Lunch Per Month

Sign up for direct deposit automatic payroll deductions. Get one free lunch per month with a minimum deduction of $10 per pay period.
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Please contact Business Services for information and assistance at x1576.