Procurement Training

Purchasing Training

The Office of Procurement Services offers a multi-section training program on purchasing activities. All of our trainings are designed to ensure that the campus community has the opportunity to gain understanding of the University's procurement processes.ÌýThe trainings are set up as modules, with the quiz/verification only available after you have viewed the training presentation.

How to Enroll via Canvas

Many of the trainings offered by Procurement Services are housed in Canvas (previously Blackboard) modules that allow self-enrollment. If you have already taken other Procurement Trainings in Canvas, you can simplyÌýÌýwith your MIDAS. If you have never enrolled yet, pleaseÌý.

Training Overview

eReceiving TrainingÌýprovides an overview of documenting proper procedures for departments receiving goods or services ordered on an eVA purchase order.Ìý

eVA User Training - Existing UsersÌýis intended for current eVA users. During this training session we will review how to create and approve orders in eVA. If you are requesting an eVA account, please sign up for the Procurement, eVA and eReceiving training session.Ìý

Ethics in ProcurementÌýbrings awareness to specific risks and responsibilities for those University employees trusted with any part of the procurement process. This training is also for those who are eVA requestors or approvers, who have Banner eReceiving access, and/or who serves as a purchasing card holder or purchasing card approver.Ìý

SWaM TrainingÌýintroduces the importance of working with SWaM (Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned business) vendors, and isÌýmandatoryÌýto get a PCard, eVa, or eReceiving account.Ìý

Fiscal Year End Planning and TrainingÌýdiscusses End Planning, Import Due Dates, ETF, and more.Ìý

General Procurement TrainingÌýgives individuals an opportunity to refresh their knowledge and skills on Banner XE, eReceiving, eVA and Pcards. The Office of Procurement Services will also share any relevant updates during these sessions.ÌýView Training Calendar â–¶

PCard TrainingÌýis required to use a Purchasing Card (PCard). After you submit yourÌý, you will receive an email invitation to the next PCard Training. PCard Trainings are held once a month.ÌýView Training Calendar â–¶

Procurement & eVA TrainingÌýis the foundational training that provides an overview of all procurement related activities. This training is recommended to anyone who conducts procurement related activities, and isÌýmandatoryÌýin order to receive an eVA or eReceiving account. Trainings are conducted monthly. Once we receive notification of your registration you will receive an email invitation with required training documentation and forms.ÌýView Training Calendar â–¶

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Contract Administration TrainingÌýis for anyone on campus who is looking to work with a large vendor.Ìý

Printing Services Procedure TrainingÌýis recommended for anyone on campus seeking quotes for printing services. This training provides a clear direction regarding procedures for two or more color print jobs, and to ensure compliance with the printing services contract specifications for all products delivered. ContactÌýÌýwith specific questions about this.ÌýView Training Calendar â–¶

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eVA User Training - Existing UsersÌýis intended for current eVA users. During this training session we will review how to create and approve orders in eVA. If you are requesting an eVA account, please sign up for the Procurement, eVA and eReceiving training session.Ìý

Selection Advisory Committee TrainingÌýprovides an overview of the solicitation process and specifically, your responsibilities associated with being a member of a Selection Advisory Committee member.Ìý

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eReceiving TrainingÌýprovides an overview of documenting proper procedures for departments receiving goods or services ordered on an eVA purchase order.Ìý

eVA User Training - Existing UsersÌýis intended for current eVA users. During this training session we will review how to create and approve orders in eVA. If you are requesting an eVA account, please sign up for the Procurement, eVA and eReceiving training session.Ìý

Ethics in ProcurementÌýbrings awareness to specific risks and responsibilities for those University employees trusted with any part of the procurement process. This training is also for those who are eVA requestors or approvers, who have Banner eReceiving access, and/or who serves as a purchasing card holder or purchasing card approver.Ìý

SWaM TrainingÌýintroduces the importance of working with SWaM (Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned business) vendors, and isÌýmandatoryÌýto get a PCard, eVa, or eReceiving account.Ìý

Fiscal Year End Planning and TrainingÌýdiscusses End Planning, Import Due Dates, ETF, and more.Ìý

General Procurement TrainingÌýgives individuals an opportunity to refresh their knowledge and skills on Banner XE, eReceiving, eVA and Pcards. The Office of Procurement Services will also share any relevant updates during these sessions.ÌýView Training Calendar â–¶

PCard TrainingÌýis required to use a Purchasing Card (PCard). After you submit yourÌý, you will receive an email invitation to the next PCard Training. PCard Trainings are held once a month.ÌýView Training Calendar â–¶

Procurement & eVA TrainingÌýis the foundational training that provides an overview of all procurement related activities. This training is recommended to anyone who conducts procurement related activities, and isÌýmandatoryÌýin order to receive an eVA or eReceiving account. Trainings are conducted monthly. Once we receive notification of your registration you will receive an email invitation with required training documentation and forms.ÌýView Training Calendar â–¶

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Contract Administration TrainingÌýis for anyone on campus who is looking to work with a large vendor.Ìý

Printing Services Procedure TrainingÌýis recommended for anyone on campus seeking quotes for printing services. This training provides a clear direction regarding procedures for two or more color print jobs, and to ensure compliance with the printing services contract specifications for all products delivered. ContactÌýÌýwith specific questions about this.ÌýView Training Calendar â–¶

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eVA User Training - Existing UsersÌýis intended for current eVA users. During this training session we will review how to create and approve orders in eVA. If you are requesting an eVA account, please sign up for the Procurement, eVA and eReceiving training session.Ìý

Selection Advisory Committee TrainingÌýprovides an overview of the solicitation process and specifically, your responsibilities associated with being a member of a Selection Advisory Committee member.Ìý

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