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SFA Rules and Guidelines

Stephen F. Austin State University purchasing guidelines are governed by Texas Education Code 51.9335 and University policies and procedures approved by the University's Board of Regents.

PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITIES
In addition to being posted on the Texas Marketplace Electronic State Business Daily, all formal bid opportunities are listed on the Purchasing Department web-site. Copies may be requested through the web-site or a printed copy of all formal bids is located in the lobby of the Purchasing Office, 2124 Wilson Drive, and may be picked up by any interested bidder.

BID OPENINGS
Rules and guidelines for bid submission, opening and tabulation are defined by University policy.


PURCHASE ORDER GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Purchase Order General Terms and Conditions may be viewed here.


INVOICING
The University assumes no liability for payment of obligations except those incurred in accordance with current purchasing regulations. To insure prompt payment the order number must be referenced on shipping labels and invoices. Payments terms are Net 30 upon receipt of goods or correct invoice, whichever is later.

If payment is not made within 30 days as noted above, the University is required to figure late fees in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act of Texas and include with the payment.

For more information on the payment process, visit the State Comptroller's Window On State Government.

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