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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 2008

Office Max – Cost Avoidance for Fuel Surcharges & Green Purchasing Initiatives
This past year University suppliers have been hit hard by the rising cost of fuel.  To offset the price increases of gasoline and diesel fuel, many suppliers are charging a “fuel surcharge” for delivered orders.  OfficeMax has held contract pricing, but is now faced with assessing approximately $150,000 in annual surcharges ($3.50 per package under $50).  OfficeMax does not want to add fuel surcharges.  Instead, OfficeMax asked the University for assistance in finding an alternative solution.

A delivery study was conducted.  It was determined that if OfficeMax were allowed to move to a four day a week delivery cycle, it would generate enough cost savings to eliminate the need for the $150,000 fuel charge.  In addition, eliminating one day a week of office supply deliveries saves 2,327 gallons of diesel fuel and prevents 26 tons of CO2 truck emissions from being released into our environment.   

The study identified that eliminating Wednesday deliveries would have the lowest impact on the campus service. The only change from the current service would be that orders placed on Tuesday would be delivered on Thursday.  Departments can continue to place orders on Tuesday and Wednesday.  Both days would be delivered on Thursday. All other ordering and delivery schedules remain the same. The decision has been made that beginning June 3, 2008, OfficeMax orders placed on Tuesdays will be delivered on Thursdays. 

For more information on this initiative go to OfficeMax Deliveries.

April 2008

Roche’s Gene Expression Solution!  Universal Probe Library!
Gene expression Quantification with real-time PCR.  Design Real-time PCR assays online with our free web-based software in seconds! Rely on just 165 prevalidated probes for over five million real-time PCR for a variety of organisms, or you can just enter your sequence to design your assay if it is not one of the organisms that we have isted Perform real-time PCR assays on any PCR instruments with our standard protocols.   If interested please go to www.universalprobelibrary.com and design your assay today!!

For more information and to view the Universal Probe Library flyer, visit the Roche contract page.

March 2008

Reimbursement rate for mileage
The University of Michigan's travel policy allows mileage reimbursement to faculty and staff for use of their personal automobile on University business.

Effective April 1, 2008, the University's rate for mileage reimbursement on personal vehicles will be increased to 50.5 cents per mile for University business travel that commences on or after that date.

This rate increase is consistent with the recent Federal Travel Regulation mileage reimbursement rate increase.

February 2008

Invitrogen Acquires Cascade Biologics
Effective April, 2007, Cascade Biologics was acquired by Invitrogen.  The entire Cascade Biologics product line can be ordered through Invitrogen via Mmarketsite.  Please use your Invitrogen customer number when placing your order for Cascade Biologics products.  These changes will not affect the quality products you’ve come to expect from both Cascades and Invitrogen.

For Technical questions on Cascade Biologic products, please call 1-800-955-6288 and press “2”, or contact via email at techsupport@invitrogen.com

Visit the Invitrogen contract page for more information.

IDT PAGE-purified Oligo IDT PROMO!
Order A PAGE-purified Oligo Today and it will ship in 3 days or it's FREE!!!! 
IDT has optimized their internal processes and are now able to synthesize and deliver PAGE-purified oligos faster than ever before.  To prove it, order a PAGE-purified oligo and it will ship in three working days, or the purification service is free!
HURRY, Promo valid from February 1, 2008 through July 1, 2008.

  • Extremely high purity - over 90% full-length product is guaranteed for unmodified oligos
  • Every purified oligo receives QC by CE or HPLC to document final purity.  Results are available on the web for free!
  • If you order a PAGE-purified oligo on Tuesday morning, it will ship on Thursday!

Order promo through Mmarketsite!
To view promo flyer visit the IDT contracts page

Mager Scientific, Inc. is now a Strategic Vendor for the University of MichiganThe Strategic Supplier Program at The University of Michigan is pleased to announce that we now have a Strategic Supplier contract with Mager Scientific, Inc. for microscopes and digital cameras.  You may now order from Mager Scientific by using your shortcode. 

Detailed information on the University’s Mager Scientific, Inc. contract is available on the Mager Scientific contract page.

Waste Management  Services (WMS) to get the awareness
Strategic Contract Management is working on a project with Fisher Scientific and UM Waste Management  Services (WMS) to get the awareness out to the campus on recycling.  We are helping  WMS to  succeed in the “RecycleMania” contest.  To learn more on this nationwide contest please go to the Waste Management  Services website

Click here to see some of the material collected from Fisher Scientific in their attempt to help the University of Michigan win this year!  And, if you have anything to recycle, please contact Waste Management Services at recycle@umich.edu.

Qiagen and Digene Merged to Fight Cervical Cancer
Two of the world’s leading companies in molecular diagnostics have joined forces to create the market and technology leader in molecular diagnostics. The acquisition brings together QIAGEN’s unique portfolio in sample and assay technologies, including the broadest panel of molecular diagnostic tests, with Digene’s leadership in HPV. This strategic transaction will accelerate growth and further advancements in women’s health and molecular diagnostics.

HPV causes cervical cancer, the second biggest cause of female cancer mortality worldwide. Reliable diagnosis with the HPV test, the first FDA-approved and CE-marked test for HPV, contributes to preventing millions of women worldwide to be exposed to what is today’s most avoidable cancer.

For additional information, please click here to visit the Qiagen contract page.

Roche LightCycler 480 Promo! Hurry, only valid through March 31, 2008!
New Q1 promotion for our LightCycler 480 Real-time PCR System! Now, through March 30, 2008, this system is being offered at 30% off 2008 List Price! *As an added bonus, included is our real-time probes along with the LightCycler Instrument!
For an official quote, contact your Roche Systems Account Manager:
Steve Thomas at 317-432-4739 or steve.thomas@roche.com
Offer expires on March 31, 2008 Click here to view the promo flyer

January 2008

Kellermeyer Company is now available through M-marketsite
The University has contracted with Kellermeyer Company for case quantity dock delivered janitorial supplies. To shop for Kellermeyer products, log into M-marketsite and click on the Kellermeyer icon.  For more information about the Kellermeyer Company contract or for instructions on how to use the Kellermeyer catalog please refer to the Kellermeyer contract page.

If you need to buy janitorial supplies, in less than case quantities and to have them room delivered please order from Office Max via the M-marketsite.

For more information, contact John Bogi at johnbogi@umich.edu, 734 615-3467 or Chris Eckel at eckel@umich.edu, 734 615-3492.

2008 Strategic Supplier Product and Service Shows
Mark your calendars! Here is your opportunity to—

  • Talk to Strategic Suppliers
  • See & test new products
  • Pick-up your 2008 catalogs
  • Receive special “Product Show” prices
  • Find out what contracts are on the horizon

For a listing of Suppliers attending the Michigan League show, please click here. This listing is subject to change.

Show Dates

February 5, 2008
Ann Arbor Campus – Michigan League
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Second floor

February 19, 2008
Flint Campus-
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Michigan Room

March 4, 2008
Ann Arbor Campus – Palmer Commons
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Fourth floor

March 18, 2008
Dearborn Campus- U Center
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Kochoff Hall

December 2007

RR Donnelley is now available Through M-marketsite
The UMHS Forms Management contract has been awarded to RR Donnelley. The UMHS forms catalog is now available in M-marketsite. To purchase UMHS forms through the RR Donnelley catalog, log into M-marketsite and click on the RR Donnelley Icon. For instructions go the RR Donnelley contract page.

The RR Donnelley M-marketsite punchout catalog activates on December 10th. On January 14, 2008, all orders placed will RR Donnelley will be through M-marketsite. Training is being provided for all UMHS forms users with registration accessible through the UMHS MLearning webite.

For more information, contact UMHS Contract and Procurement at 734-647-4147.

November 2007

Strategic Lab Supply Orders Consolidating into M-marketsite
Several of the Strategic Lab Suppliers have been offering two online ordering options, M-marketsite and the supplier’s corporate site. Maintaining two online ordering sites with the same functionality duplicates efforts and resources for the supplier. In addition, placing orders through corporate sites does not validate ShortCodes, authorizations, or generate M-Pathways purchase orders.

Over the next six months, Strategic Lab Suppliers are communicating to their customers that April 30, 2008 is the last day faculty and staff should order online from their corporate websites. The messages direct faculty and staff to place online orders through M-marketsite beginning May 1, 2008. The Strategic Lab Suppliers that are participating in this initiative are Continental Lab, Cryogenic Gases, DOT Scientific, EMD Biosciences, Fisher Scientific, Invitrogen, ISC Biosciences, Perkin Elmer, Roche, Sigma, and VWR.

Click here for additional information

Bostwick-Braun is now available Through M-marketsite
The Bostwick-Braun catalog is now available in M-marketsite. To shop for Bostwick-Braun products, log into M-marketsite and click on the Bostwick-Braun Icon. For instructions go the Bostwick-Braun contract page.

Bostwick-Braun customers have a new routing option, “Browse Only.” This option allows faculty and staff members to forward their M-marketsite Bostwick-Braun orders to authorized signers within their departments. M-marketsite “Browse Only” users can obtain step-by-step instructions from the M-marketsite How To web page.

For more information, contact John Bogi at johnbogi@umich.edu or 734-615-3467.

October 2007

Suppliers Consolidate On-line Ordering Through M-marketsite
December 1-31, 2007 is the transition timeline for departments to place all Strategic Lab Supply orders through M-marketsite. Supplier “.com” on-line sites that currently accept ShortCodes will instruct U of M faculty and staff to order strategic lab supplies through M-marketsite. Before the lab supply “.com” sites are fully redirected to M-marketsite, Procurement Services will insure that the same features are available in M-marketsite as the “.com” sites.

“Browse Only” is available to all University Faculty and Staff through Wolverine Access. Ordering through MPathways/M-marketsite is available to M1 requisitioners.

Contact the MAIS Help Desk (734-936-7000 option 3) for assistance with MPathways and M-Marketsite. If you have questions about the initiative to consolidate on-line ordering through M-markesite, contact strategicca@umich.edu.

M-marketsite & Fisher “My Quotes”
Fisher Scientific has a new feature that allows departments to order “Special Pricing Quotes” through M-marketsite. For more information click here or contact your Fisher Sales Representative.

Qiagen Joins the Strategic Equipment Program!
Qiagen has been approved for equipment purchases. Qiagen’s Equipment Contract provides for pricing on automated solutions such as:

  • QIAcube – Automate your spin columns
  • TissueLyser – High throughput disruption and homogenization from a wide range of biological samples
  • BioSprint 96 – Rapid DNA and 6x His tag protein preparation of up to 96 samples
  • Autopure LS – walkaway purification of archive-quality genomic DNA from large-volume samples
  • BioRobot EZ – automated purification of nucleic acids from 1-6 clinical or forensic samples

To view the flyer, click here. For additional information, please visit the Qiagen contract page

Bodybilt
Bodybilt chairs are now available for ordering through M-marketsite from JEM Computers, Inc.

New Strategic Supplier – IDN Hardware Inc.
The University of Michigan Purchasing Department is pleased to announce that IDN Hardware Inc. has been awarded a Strategic Supplier Contract for Keys, Locks and Door Hardware. This contract is awarded through September 30, 2010.

For additional information regarding IDN Hardware Inc. contract click here.

September 2007

2007 Ergonomics, Healthy Foods & Safety Products Show
The University of Michigan Procurement Services Strategic Contract Management along with OSEH would like to invite you to a specialized product show featuring Ergonomic Products, Healthy Foods and Safety items on Monday, October 29, 2007 from 1-4 PM at Palmer Commons. There will be 40 suppliers showcasing their products. Click here to see the attached invitation for more information.

Henry Schein
Henry Schein is now authorized to sell Veterinary Supplies by using your shortcode. These items will be brought into M-marketsite in the very near future. To place your order using your shortcode please contact Sherry Treuden at 1-800-686-4200 ext. 3830.

ROCHE SEPTEMBER PROMOS!

DNA LIGATION KITS!
Take 5-minute Ligations to a Higher Level!
Perform your entire cloning reaction in the same tube
Avoid phenol-chloroform extractions
*Reduce 13-hour procedure to 17 minutes!

FASTSTART UNIVERSAL REAL-TIME PCR MASTER MIXES!
Achieve superior performance; Convert your existing assays, Automate with confidence. Rely in a trusted PCR supplier.

For more information and to view the Promo Flyers, visit the Roche contract page.

Strategic IT Contract Vendor Acquisition
Effective March 9, 2007, Fourth Generation Services, a Strategic IT Contract vendor was acquired by MGL Americas, Inc. (Mascon Global Limited). MGL will continue to operate under the terms and conditions of the contract and as a Strategic Supplier for IT Contract needs. The contract expires in 2009.

If you would like additional information regarding MGL Americas, Inc., please visit their contract page.

August 2007

Qiagen – New Supplier to the Strategic Equipment Program
Qiagen has been added to the Strategic Equipment Program for items over $5,000. Review their catalog on M-marketsite for instrumentation. To review the Equipment Procedure, click here

For additional information regarding Qiagen, please view the contract page.

New Online Offset Printing Program
This new program offers an online ordering tool that is easy, fast and uses shortcodes. When using the online ordering tool your job is automatically sent to the participating suppliers and you will receive up to 4 competitive bids to choose from.
To learn more about the online ordering tool click here for a step by step tutorial.

First time customers need to set up an account before orders can be placed. To set up your account contact Jim Wu, jimwuum@umich.edu, 734-647-0506.

The four Strategic Suppliers are; Michigan Print Copy Mail, Oakland – A Communications Partner, Tepel Brothers Printing Company, University Lithoprinters

Invitrogen Promo – Buy 10 bottles of FBS and receive 5 FREE!
Take advantage of special pricing. Buy 10 bottles of US origin FBS and receive 5 free at current price. HURRY! Offer is only valid until August 31, 2007. Order via M-marketsite. To view promotional flyer click here.

For additional information contact George Strebel, Invitrogen FBS Specialist,
800-955-6288, ext. 46939 or via email george.strebel@invitrogen.com.

July 2007

Taconic Free Genotyping Promo
Accelerate Your Genotyping for FREE!
Receive 25 FREE genotyping samples with NO assay transfer fee - a retail value of over $1,200!*

Consider these advantages of our genotyping solutions:

  • Fast turn-around time
  • Consistently accurate results
  • Online order tracking and results delivery

To receive your 25 FREE samples, enter the promotional code FASTGENO when you place you order at http://taconic.transnetyx.com.

*Offer expires September 30, 2007. Restrictions apply.

For additional information, click here to visit the Taconic contract page

New Roche Promos!

Trade In Your Old Real-Time PCR Instrument for a Roche LightCycler® 480 System! Get up to $20,000 credit for your old real-time PCR instrument when you trade it in toward the purchase of a LightCycler®480 Real-Time PCR System which includes both a 96-well and 384-well block, basic run software, four analysis software modules (Relative Quantification, Genotyping, LIMS, and Gene Scanning), plus a 1-year service warranty.

Take Advantage of 0% Financing on a 384-well Roche LightCycler® 480 System! No trade in? No worries. Purchase a 384-well LightCycler® 480 System at standard list price before September 30, 2007, and we’ll arrange 0% financing for five years. Increase versatility, throughput, and accuracy – without increasing your payments.

Click here to view flyer. For more information please contact Steve Thomas at steve.thomas@roche.com or 1-800-845-7355 ext. 28032.

June 2007

New Strategic Suppliers for Air Filters
Procurement Services is pleased to announce the awarding of strategic contracts for air filters with two suppliers.

Mikan Corporation offers 50% Discount for Laser Printer Cleaning
Effective now thru August 15 Mikan is offering a 50% discount for laser printer cleaning for details click here, visit Mikan Corporation contract page for ordering information.

April 2007

Apple Computer Products Now Available Though M-marketsite
The Apple Computer catalog is now available in M-marketsite. To shop for Apple products, log into M-marketsite and click on the Apple Computer Icon. For instructions go to Apple University Contract page.

Apple customers have a new routing option, “Browse Only.” This option allows faculty and staff members to forward their M-marketsite Apple orders to authorized signers within their departments. M-marketsite “Browse Only” users can obtain step-by-step instructions from the M-marketsite How To page.

For more information, contact Ian Pepper at ipepper@umich.edu or 734-647-4981.

February 2007

New reimbursement rate for mileage
Effective March 1, 2007, the University’s rate for mileage reimbursement on personal vehicles will be increased to 48.5 cents for University business travel for trips that begin on or after 3/1/07. Mileage includes the cost of gas.

January 2007

Haworth, Inc Joins M-marketsite
Haworth, Inc has joined the University's M-marketsite. Departments can access University pricing and place orders for new furniture and installations through M-marketsite. Information on how to access the M-marketsite click here.

Click here for detailed information on the University's Haworth, Inc contract.

Sigma Aldrich 2007 Shipping Fee Changes
Effective January 1, 2007, there is a new fee schedule for shipping and Haz Mat fees for Sigma Aldrich. To view the fee chart, please visit the Sigma Aldrich University contracts page.

Purchasing, Stores and Business Services Adopts a New Name
On January 9, 2007, Purchasing, Stores, and Business Services changed its name to Procurement Services. The new name reflects the portfolio of services offered under the umbrella of “procurement” at the University. Procurement Services continues to provide the following areas of service and expertise: purchasing functions; contract management; Accounts Payable; P-Card; print, copy and mail services; document imaging; and vendor diversity initiatives.

In addition, the Procurement Services web site has been redesigned to provide customers easier navigation and access to procurement-related information.

September 2006

Former MStores Safety Products Available Through Fisher Scientific
Many of the safety items that were available through MStores are now available through Fisher Scientific. There are two reference documents available in a printable PDF format. The first is the Fisher Guide to Sourcing. This document is multi-paged and indexed by product lines. It also has pictures and U-M discount pricing. The second PDF document is a one page MStores Cross-Reference Sheet. This document lists the MStores item numbers and cross-references them to the Fisher item numbers.

August 2006

MStores, the U-M supplies warehouse, is closing.
Several teams have been working together to award Strategic Contracts for products to minimize the disruption to the University’s procurement and product delivery processes. Please click here for more information on the closing timeline.

Please click here for changes to the procurement of computers and computer related products that have been traditionally purchased through MStores.

Please click here for changes to the procurement of non-computer products that have been traditionally purchased through MStores.

Taconic Offers New Mouse Genotyping Service
Taconic Farms, Inc. announced that it has signed a distributor agreement with TransnetYX to deliver a new mouse genotyping service that reduces costs, speeds turnaround, and ensures accurate results for biomedical researchers using genetically modified mice.

New Strategic Suppliers for IT Staffing
Procurement Services is pleased to announce the awarding of strategic contracts for Temporary, Supplemental Information Technology Professional Staffing with five suppliers

ASG Renaissance LLC
Fourth Generation Services
Judge Technical Staffing
Otterbase Technical Services, Inc
Wolverine Technical Services

New Strategic Supplier – Taconic
The University of Michigan Purchasing Department is pleased to announce that Taconic has been awarded a Strategic Supplier Contract for small lab animals. This contract is awarded through November 30, 2008. For over 50 years, Taconic has been one of the largest and most respected providers of animal models and related services to the research community.

For additional information regarding Taconic contract click here

July 2006

JEM Computers, Inc Joins M-marketsite JEM Computers, Inc has joined the University's M-marketsite. Departments can access University pricing and place orders for Computer Supplies and Products through M-marketsite. Information on how to access the M-marketsite click here.

Click here for detailed information on the University's JEM Computers, Inc contract.

CDW-G Joins M-marketsite
CDW-G has joined the University's M-marketsite. Departments can access University pricing and place orders for Computer Supplies and Products through M-marketsite. Information on how to access the M-marketsite click here.

Click here for detailed information on the University's CDW-G contract. "

Strategic Supplier Food Buying Options
Arbor Mitchell is the University's strategic supplier for non-perishable food, beverages, and break-room supplies. Arbor Mitchell has expanded its product line. Arbor Mitchell accepts "ShortCode(s)" and has free room delivery. There are no minimum dollar requirements. Stocked products with U-M discount pricing are available on M-marketsite. If you need products that are not listed, call Teri Poitevint at 734-477-0577.

SYSCO Food Services of Detroit (Canton, MI) is the U-M strategic supplier for food and related products and equipment. Minimum order requirements include $500 and dock delivery only. Ecolab ware-washing products are available through SYSCO. For more information please see the SYSCO University Contracts page. For information on becoming a SYSCO customer, contact Jeff Rabbitt at 734-764-9232.

ShortCode(s) No Longer Accepted by the Following Suppliers
The following suppliers are no longer Strategic Suppliers: Busch's Food Store, Gordon Food Service, Manchester Bakery, Washtenaw Dairy and DHL. Departments must use P-Cards. Shortcode cannot be used.

June 2006

MStores Food Service Discontinued
June 30, 2006 is the last day departments can place "food and food related orders" with MStores. Departments are encouraged to place orders immediately for MStores stocked items. Once the inventory is depleted, items will be discontinued and will not be reordered. MStores products are ordered through M-marketsite via Wolverine Access. "

New Strategic Supplier - The Law Firm of Afaf Vicky Farah
The University of Michigan is pleased to announce that Afaf Vicky Farah has been awarded Strategic Supplier Status for Retained Immigration Counsel work. This contract is valid through July 30, 2007.

Departments use ShortCode(s) to retain the Law Firm for Immigration Services. e-Pro Requisitions are not used. Line item billings provided on the Statement of Activity.

Over 25 years experience with immigration laws. They have a diverse client base. You will receive prompt, professional and affordable attention to your immigration goals. They provide the sophistication of a large law firm with the cost-effectiveness and personal attention of a small firm.

To review the process and obtain the form for Using Retained Immigration Counsel please visit the International Center website

For additional information regarding Afaf Vicky Farah click here.

Environmental Innovations Reduced Pricing!
Environmental Innovations has reduced their prices on all HP products, making them a low cost, high quality alternative to new cartridges or higher priced suppliers. ShortCode(s) are used to procure toner. They have highly knowledgeable support staff, with a minimum of 5 years imaging products experience.

Log on to M-marketsite to view items and pricing. For more information please see the Environmental Innovations University Contracts page.

Announcing 4 New Strategic Suppliers for Travel Nursing
Procurement Services and University of Michigan Health Care Systems are pleased to announce that First Assist, Crdentia Corporation, Health Providers Choice and ProCare One have been awarded Strategic Supplier Status for temporary staffing services for Travel Nurses.

JCAHO certified. Short codes are used to procure temporary staffing services. Line item billing is provided through the monthly Statement of Activity.

For more information on the Travel Nursing vendors please see the list of University Contracts.

Strategic Suppliers for Travel Nurses are Awarded
The University of Michigan Procurement Services and University of Michigan Health Care Systems are pleased to announce that contracts for Travel Nurses have been awarded to the following vendors; AMN Healthcare, Aureus Nursing, Clinical One, Cross Country Staffing, HRN Services, Intelistaf Healthcare, Medstaff, Inc. and Sunbelt Staffing Solutions. We have also awarded strategic status to four new vendors, ProCare One Nurses, Crdentia Corporation, Health Providers Choice and First Assist. These contracts are valid through February 28, 2009 with a possible two-year extension.

Guard Service Strategic Suppliers
The University of Michigan Procurement Services is pleased to announce we have awarded a strategic contract to continue our relationship for Guard Services with Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. and Strategic Protection Group, Inc. We have also awarded a third vendor strategic status, RSIG Security. These contracts are valid through February 28, 2009.

May 2006

Henry Schein Joins M-marketsite
Henry Schein has joined the University's M-marketsite. Departments can access University pricing and place orders for Dental Supplies and Products through M-marketsite. Information on how to access the M-marketsite click here.

Click here for detailed information on the University's Henry Schein contract.

New Strategic Supplier - RSIG Security
The University of Michigan welcomes RSIG SECURITY as a Strategic Supplier for guard services. The company provides permanent and short-term guards.

Since its inception in 2000, RSIG Security has grown from an innovative investigative firm, to a recognized leader in the private security industry. Their exceptional customer service is reflected through their industry leading customer retention rate.

For more information visit the RSIG Security University Contracts Page.

March 2006

MStores to close operations over the next year.
What is the impact of MStores closing on your order and delivery process?

" MStores will continue normal business operations with our customers until notice is provided to your unit. We anticipate a phased transition of service and commodities available from MStores over the next year as we work through the closure of the facility. Our customers will be involved in the transition of our services. Formal communication notices on changes to ordering and delivery processes will be provided well in advance to their implementation."

Any questions or concerns can be directed to MStores Customer Service at 5-4900.

February 2006

Non-Po Voucher with Advances eLearning Class Added
A new eLearning course has been added to MAIS LINC. The course is "Pre202 Create a Non-PO Voucher for Travel and Hosting with an Advance". Units who obtain Advances for travel and hosting events may elect to enter their own Non-PO Vouchers in M-Pathways to account for the event and the Advance. Until now, these transactions could only be entered by the central business offices.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please call the MAIS Help desk at 734-936-7000 and select option 4, or send an email to maishelpdesk.umich.edu.

January 2006

Current reimbursement rate for mileage
Effective January 1, 2006, the University's rate for mileage reimbursement on personal vehicles will be decreased to 44.5 cents for University business travel for trips that begin on or after 1/1/06. Mileage includes the cost of gas.