VCU Procurement Services

RealSource will be unavailable from Friday, November 13 at 9:00 p.m. through Sunday, November 15 at 12:00 p.m. while a new software release (26.3) is deployed. This is a routine update with only minor changes and no significant impact to system functionality expected.

Southwest Airlines has announced major changes to its Rapid Rewards loyalty program starting January 2027. The changes are designed to make it easier for frequent flyers to earn, track and enjoy benefits throughout the year.   While core perks like blackout dates, points that never expire, and free T-Mobile WiFi won’t change, the way you earn […]

Under an updated order from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), effective immediately, airlines are prohibited from boarding any passenger on a U.S.-Bound international flight without a signed attestation. This new protocol is aimed at mitigating international health risks associated with the recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).   Travelers should […]

As the winter break quickly approaches, the university will begin its annual holiday closing period. To help you plan ahead and avoid last-minute surprises, we’ve prepared our 2026 Winter Closing Schedule, outlining when offices and services will be unavailable. Why This Matters Understanding the winter closing schedule allows you to plan your work, purchases, and […]

As we approach the holiday season, Procurement Services reminds departments that gifts should not be accepted from vendors. Vendors may offer gifts, meals, promotional items, or other courtesies intended to encourage business relationships. As a public institution subject to Virginia procurement and conflict of interest laws, VCU employees may not accept gifts of any kind […]