SA Business Services

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Student Affairs Business Services provides information, resources and support services in the areas of procurement, travel and reimbursements.

We strive to achieve process excellence in streamlining current services and creating strategic processes while providing equitable service to key partnered departments. We will ensure consistent and compliant applications of policies and procedures and will serve as a partner and resource to all Student Affairs departments.

SA Business Services is staffed with specialists who provide guidance, assistance and support services in interpreting and implementing state and university financial policies and procedures. We work closely with key partnered departments to administer the policies and practices associated with business operations. 

Student Affairs Business Services provides information, resources and support services to departments including:

  • Procurement and purchasing of goods and services including Procurement Card (PCard) program and expense management
  • Travel and expense reimbursements including Travel Card (TCard) program and expense management
  • Travel arranging support for staff, group and non-employee travel
  • Resources for navigating the University’s financial systems, interpreting policy and ensuring compliance and consistency

Please contact us at SA-BS@colorado.edu or at 5-7832.

How to work with us

Please send all requests, documentation and information directly through our .  We will route your request to the appropriate Procurement or Travel & Expense specialist for your department. You can also give us a call at 303-735-7832.

Procurement of goods & services

  • Give us a heads up as soon as possible to allow time for any requirements for competition, etc. 
  • Marketplace Shopping Carts: Assign to the Business Services requestor for your department.

PCard receipts
Include the speedtype to use, business purpose and additional information if the charge was for an official function.

Submitting invoices for payment
Include the speedtype to use and a statement of “OK to pay” to verify that the item was received or the service was rendered satisfactorily.

 

Travel arrangements
Provide any information regarding trip details and personal preferences.

Travel receipts
Notify us of any travel caps, limitations or specific directions to consider when creating the expense report.

 

Receipts for reimbursement
Include the speedtype to use, business purpose and additional information if the charge was for an official function.

 

Parking requests
To request a new parking permit please complete the Parking Permit Application located here.

Requests for PCards or travel cards
Provide information and a justification for any specific needs or limits.