About Us
| Business Center 5317A Grand Avenue Fort Smith, AR 72903 Phone: 479-788-7070 Fax: 479-788-7075 Email: purchase@uafortsmith.edu |
Mission
To continually improve our customer service to the campus and the community with a "can do" attitude by developing a reputation for responsiveness in accordance with state-mandated guidelines.Competitive Sealed Bids
UA Fort Smith makes all purchases in accordance with the procurement laws of the State of Arkansas. Unless specifically exempt funds are utilized, State law requires use of the Competitive Sealed Bid process on all purchases, which exceed twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00). Competitive Sealed Bids are advertised in a newspaper having statewide circulation and then opened and read publicly on the date and time specified in the advertisement. Bid responses should be submitted on the printed bid document, in a SEALED envelope clearly marked with the bid number, date, and time of opening.Procurement Card
The State of Arkansas procurement card (P-Card) is a commercial VISA purchasing card issued by U.S. Bank. It is an alternative to the existing requisition and purchase order process, but the P-Card is subject to the same procurement laws and regulations. The P-Card enables cardholders to purchase allowed low-dollar commodities directly from the merchant by telephone, in person, or Internet. For questions concerning the P-Card program call Danthea Metcalf at 788-7070, or email dmetcalf@uafortsmith.edu.
5210 Grand Ave. • P.O. Box 3649