The Catholic University of America

Welcome to the CUA Procurement Card (Procard)

The Procurement Card (Procard) is a tool issued by the University to department staff to assist them in the procuring of small dollar immediate need purchase acquisitions.  The procard is not intended to circumvent the normal procurement process, of requisition to purchase orders, but as a method of augmenting existing processes.  The University benefits by having a more efficient, cost-effective method of purchasing and payment for small dollar transactions.  If a department head/manager decides it is appropriate for their use and wishes to participate, the cardholder shall be expected to follow the established guidelines and shall be held accountable for use of the card. The department head/manager is expected to review and approve all of the cardholders transaction, toe ensure they are in accordance with CUA Procurement Card Policy and is attached to a valid budget or funding source.

The program is designed to complements the existing procurement process. Use of the card does not replace current travel or competitive bid regulations, nor does it allow departments to bypass procurement policies, procedures and established authorities.