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Purchasing and Contracts Office

Welcome

Our top priority is to provide exceptional customer service and guidance to the campus community regarding purchases, ensuring that your department's needs are met. We are responsible for allocating federal, state, local, and grant funds in accordance with A&M-SA Purchasing and Contracts Policies and Procedures, as well as the regulations of the Texas A&M University System, the State of Texas, and the Federal Government. Our goal is to assist you throughout the Purchasing and Contracts cycle while adhering to and exceeding the ethical and professional standards expected of State of Texas employees. To obtain the best value for the University in a professional, ethical, and timely manner.  We support the University's mission by working with departments and providing guidance and training in all areas of Purchasing and Contracts and the contract review and approval process.  

Announcements

The Official Business Certification Form is now in effect.
Please go to this link: Official Business Certification Form

 

YEAR-END DEADLINES

Type of Purchase Deadline
Requisitions ($50,000 or above) - formal bids required July 15, 2026
Requisitions (≤ $50,000) - informal bids required July 31, 2026
Delegated POs in AggieBuy (<$25,000) August 10, 2026
Procurement OneCard purchases August 26, 2026
New FY27 Requisition maybe entered August 24, 2026

For more information please see: FY26 Year-End Deadlines and Important Reminders

What We Do

The Office of Purchasing and Contract Office administers all University purchasing and contract review, the Purchasing Card Program, now called Emburse, and the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program. Our office provides training and guidance to departments to ensure compliance with laws, policies, and procedures.

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