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UT Market Maintenance Scheduled - October 11-12, 2025
Sept. 25, 2025
UT Market standard infrastructure maintenance is scheduled for Saturday, October 11th from 8:00 AM through Sunday, October 12th 8:00 AM.

UT Austin to Launch Revised Payee Information Form (PIF)
Aug. 29, 2025
The revised Payee Information Form (PIF), developed through a multi-year collaboration across several UT departments, will be released on September 5, 2025. This update enhances clarity, modernizes the form, and ensures compliance with IRS reporting standards. Departments are encouraged to review the changes and consult Payment Services with any questions.

New Tariff Guidance for University Purchasing Practices
Aug. 21, 2025
The Procurement Office has released a Tariffs: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) guide to support departments in managing international purchasing costs. The resource explains tariff responsibilities, vendor negotiations, and documentation requirements, while also outlining exemptions such as the duty-free entry of scientific instruments.

Cuevas Distribution Inc. is Now in UT Market!
June 3, 2025
We are excited to announce the addition of a new punchout with Cuevas Distribution, Inc.. They are the official HUB partner for Airgas. This vendor is now available for streamlined purchasing, allowing for a more efficient ordering process directly through our eProcurement system.

2024-2025 Fiscal Year-End Purchasing Requisition Deadlines
May 28, 2025
Enclosed is the FY 2024-2025 Fiscal Year-End Purchasing Requisition Deadlines.

UPDATE: HBP 9.1.1 Entertainment Expenses and Guidelines - OOEF
May 22, 2025
Additional updates have been made to HBP 9.1.1 regarding the Official Occasion Expense Form (OOEF).

New Vendor Hold Search Tool Available
April 30, 2025
The new UT Vendor Hold Search will be launched and made available for campus beginning today. This tool is designed to assist staff during the procurement process and determine whether a prospective vendor has an active payment hold with the State of Texas.

UPDATE: HBP 9.1.1 Entertainment Expenses and Guidelines - Object Code Selections
April 14, 2025
Additional updates to Handbook of Business Procedures (HBP) 9.1.1 regarding new entertainment object code selections.

New Facility Interiors Punchout is Now in UT Market
April 10, 2025
We are excited to announce the addition of a new punchout with Facility Interiors in UT Market
UPDATE: Apple and Dell Hardware Standards and Recommendations
April 9, 2025
In July 2024, UT’s Office of Procurement and Payment Services announced new Apple and Dell Hardware Standards to support campus-wide IT standardization. The updates aim to improve delivery times, reduce costs, and streamline purchasing and deployment through UT Market.