Goods and services may be obtained in a number of ways. However, all purchases must be in compliance with State of Arkansas procurement law and reporting requirements, including those contained in ACT 557.

Procurement Services will assist all ordering departments in obtaining documents, following proper procedures, and reporting requirements prior to order. Any requisition that is a suspected or obvious attempt to circumvent the appropriate procurement method will be returned.

The method of procurement used is determined by the type of purchase and dollar threshold. Thresholds include labor and shipping. Tax is not included.

The following procurement methods are for acquiring goods or services, not capital improvements.