UW–Madison is updating processes for purchasing digital tools or electronic resources in order to comply with a DOJ new rule related to the Americans with Disabilities Act and with university UW-519. When considering purchasing new digital tools or electronic content, individuals will need to consider the digital accessibility of that product prior to purchasing.
Procurement
ChemManager+ Transitions to Workday
Beginning July 7, 2025, users will access ChemManager+ through Workday. (Access previously through ShopUW+.)
Notice from Airgas of extraordinary cost increase charge for helium
This is an update notice about events impacting the helium industry and causing supply constraints. While the UW–Madison supply level will continue to be met (or nearly met), pricing will be impacted.
ShopUW+ Supplier Manager Function launched May 9
ShopUW+ launched a Supplier Manager module May 9. The Supplier Manager module moves all supplier management processes from the Shared Financial System (SFS) into ShopUW+. New resource web pages offer guidance for ShopUW+ users and Suppliers.
Update on shipping services – UPS not accepting new accounts
(Updated 6/6/22) UPS is no longer setting up accounts to receive discounted rates through E&I. Existing accounts are being migrated to a DOA-managed contract. Users are encouraged to procure services through FedEx, UPS, and USPS to receive the best pricing.
Policy Update – UW-3058: Non-competitive Purchases
Please note revisions to the policy and form requirements for requesting non-competitive purchases.
Vendor/Supplier Covid-19 requirements update
Vendors: Please review the face covering and vaccination requirements for visitors to campus posted on the covidresponse.wisc.edu website.
Face Coverings available through ShopUW+
As a reminder with the chancellor’s order requiring all students, employees, and campus visitors to wear masks when inside campus buildings effective August 5, 2021, please note that disposable face masks and cloth face coverings …
Justification to Carry Over Prior Year Purchase Order
Use the Justification to Carry Over application to justify keeping a Purchase Order (PO) open that was created in the previous fiscal year.
ShopUW+ Essentials Is Now Live!
ShopUW+ Essentials, the resource hub for the new ShopUW+ purchasing and accounts payable platform is now live. Visit ShopUW+ Essentials at https://shopuwplus.wisc.edu. ShopUW+ Essentials is the central location for shoppers, requesters and approvers to access …