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  1. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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  6. Standard PO vs. Framework PO vs. Supplier Contract

Standard PO vs. Framework PO vs. Supplier Contract

There are multiple ways to procure goods and services. Please read the definitions below to ensure you use the correct method.

Once you identify the correct purchase method, click on the link to read instructions and additional information for that purchase method.

Standard PO

A type of PO used for one-time purchase of goods and services. The Standard PO is the most utilized PO type.

  • Service Line
    A type of requisition line used for one-time services. A Service Line also allows you to tie a service to a good (e.g., furniture installation).
  • Goods Line
    A type of requisition line used for acquiring specific commodities.

Framework PO

A type of PO used to procure services that are rendered multiple times within a fiscal year (e.g., lawn care, maintenance plans).

Supplier Contract

A Workday task used to pay for automatic, scheduled payments for services that are used on a continuous basis (e.g., building lease, equipment lease).

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