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August 29, 2025

Important Information about Tariffs on Purchase of Goods

Due to evolving changes in tariff rates for imports into the United States, purchasers should review the following important information and reminders related to the purchase of imported goods:...
August 25, 2025

Planning for Events During the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh

The 2026 NFL Draft is coming to Pittsburgh, and while this is an exciting time for the city, it will create some challenges for anyone planning an event, as it will impact hotel availability and...
July 10, 2025

Summer 2025 Travel & Expense Management Newsletter

Welcome to the latest Travel & Expense Management Newsletter! 

Travel & Expense Management Lunch and Learn 

The most recent Travel and Expense Management Lunch and Learn ...
July 10, 2025

BD Biosciences Upgrade to PantherExpress System Punchout

Effective July 11, 2025 at 9 a.m., purchases from BD Biosciences, a University-wide Contracted Supplier for scientific – medical...
June 30, 2025

New Chatbot for Invoice Payment Information

We are excited to announce the launch of a new chatbot on the Purchase, Pay and Travel (PPT) website! The chatbot is designed to improve efficiency and enhance customer service. Users will be able...
May 29, 2025

Purchasing Reminders: International POs and Uniform Guidance

International Orders Valued at $10K or Less

When issuing an international purchase order (PO) valued at $10,000 or less, contact the University’s contracted customs broker...
May 23, 2025

FY25 Departmental Closing Schedule

With the close of Fiscal Year 2025 approaching, the following important information includes details about the departmental closing schedule and resources available for different types of...
May 15, 2025

Assistance with Contract and Purchase Order Requests

Purchasing Services would greatly appreciate your assistance when submitting requests for contracts and purchase orders as we are prioritizing and focusing our resources and attention on critical...
May 5, 2025

Supplier Spotlight: Affordable Linens of Pittsburgh

Welcome to the latest edition of the Supplier Spotlight series that features local University suppliers. This series is designed so that you can get to know each of the different suppliers and the...
April 29, 2025

PantherExpress System Unavailable For Maintenance May 2-4, 2025

Upcoming PantherExpress System downtime is scheduled to allow for the synchronization of user information with Oracle, the University’s HR system.

Scheduled Downtime:

From:   3:00...
April 24, 2025

Purchase & Pay: News, Tips, and Reminders: Spring 2025

Please review the following updates related to University-wide Contracted Suppliers including staff, purchasing, and operational updates and reminders:  

New University-wide Contracted...
April 22, 2025

Important Travel Guidance Related to Passports

Purchase, Pay & Travel is dedicated to supporting University travelers.  As you may be aware, the U.S. Department of State recently issued...
April 8, 2025

Improved Account Code Activation Process for Purchases

We are pleased to inform you of an important update to the account code activation process that is designed to improve efficiency by reducing the time it takes to make purchases utilizing new...
April 2, 2025

New Specialty Scientific U-wide Contracted Suppliers

We are excited to announce that the following suppliers have been awarded new five-year University-wide Contracted Supplier Agreements for scientific supplies including flow cytometry,...
April 1, 2025

New Direct Mail U-Wide Contracted Supplier Agreements

The following suppliers have been awarded University-wide Contracted Supplier agreements for direct mailing services, to print and mail materials directly to customer provided recipients. These...