[{"id":1965,"date":"2026-04-07T12:56:43","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T16:56:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.vcu.edu\/procurement\/?p=1965"},"modified":"2026-04-07T12:56:55","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T16:56:55","slug":"why-the-po-date-matters-for-early-payment-discounts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.vcu.edu\/procurement\/why-the-po-date-matters-for-early-payment-discounts\/","title":{"rendered":"Why the PO Date Matters for Early Payment Discounts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Early Payment Discounts (EPDs) help VCU stretch its purchasing dollars by allowing certain vendors to accept slightly reduced payments in exchange for faster payment than the standard 35-day terms. The program usually runs smoothly, but questions often arise during vendor transitions\u2014when a vendor is added to or removed from the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>EPD terms follow the PO, not the calendar<\/strong><br>Changes to a vendor\u2019s EPD arrangement apply only to new purchase orders going forward. Existing POs retain the terms they were created with; no PO is updated retroactively. This creates a natural transition window where old and new POs coexist under different terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How this works in practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>New vendor added to EPD:<\/strong> Only POs created after enrollment carry the discount. Existing open POs remain at full value. Departments may choose to replace older POs if they want to take advantage of the new terms immediately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vendor exits EPD:<\/strong> Existing POs keep the discount until closed; only new POs reflect the non-discounted terms. Replacing old POs is the way to get a clean break.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Discounts already applied cannot be reversed, nor can they be applied retroactively to previously paid invoices.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Encumbrance cleanup during transition<\/strong><br>As discounted invoices are paid against older POs, small encumbrance balances may remain. A monthly script in Banner usually clears these automatically, but manual Journal Vouchers may occasionally be needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Questions about a specific vendor or PO?<\/strong><br>Check the \u201cEarly Payment Discount Vendors\u201d link on the RealSource homepage. For questions about a specific vendor or to enroll a vendor, contact Purchasing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More details are available on the <a href=\"https:\/\/controller.vcu.edu\/cost-analysis\/fringe-benefit-rates\/\">Early Payment Discounts page<\/a> of the Procurement Services website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Early Payment Discounts (EPDs) help VCU stretch its purchasing dollars by allowing certain vendors to accept slightly reduced payments in exchange for faster payment than the standard 35-day terms. The program usually runs smoothly, but questions often arise during vendor transitions\u2014when a vendor is added to or removed from the program. 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Formal rate approval was received on March 10, 2026, and is applicable to transactions incurred on or after July 1, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Updated Fringe Rates<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Faculty\/Classified Fringe: 38.8% (increase from 38.1%)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hourly Fringe: 7.4% (decrease from 7.5%)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Update Process \u2013 Controller&#8217;s Office<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Payroll:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Input new rates in Banner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New rates will be automatically applied to labor starting March 25, 2026 (Pay Period 7).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost Accounting and Financial Reporting:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare and post adjusting journal entries in Banner for all applicable labor from July 1, 2025, through March 24, 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grants &amp; Contracts (G&amp;C) Accounting:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fringe adjustments on ongoing grants and contracts will be included on invoices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If a grant or contract has ended, departments will be required to provide an account to cover the unbilled fringe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Update Process \u2013 Budget Office<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Budget Office will process funding uploads to support budget adjustments related to E&amp;G fringe increases and any applicable University Fee increases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/controller.vcu.edu\/cost-analysis\/fringe-benefit-rates\/\">https:\/\/controller.vcu.edu\/cost-analysis\/fringe-benefit-rates\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Controller&#8217;s Office and the Budget Office are working on updating the fringe rates applicable to fiscal year 2026. Formal rate approval was received on March 10, 2026, and is applicable to transactions incurred on or after July 1, 2025. 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Bringing procurement into the conversation sooner creates more opportunity to identify the right path, resolve questions proactively, and keep things moving efficiently and compliantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not every purchase follows the same timeline. <\/strong>Depending on the value and complexity, some purchases move quickly while others require additional steps such as competition, contract review, approvals, or documentation. Some purchases may take a day, such as state-certified spot awards, while others\u2014like a complex RFP\u2014can take up to six months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That is why <strong>planning ahead<\/strong> makes a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A few simple ways to keep things moving smoothly:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f <strong>Connect with procurement sooner<\/strong> to help clarify the approach and identify potential issues.<br>\ud83d\udccb <strong>Submit requisitions in advance<\/strong> to allow time for processing without last-minute pressure.<br>\ud83d\udd04 <strong>Start renewal conversations well before expiration<\/strong> to ensure continuity and avoid disruptions.<br>\u23f1\ufe0f <strong>Plan for the appropriate timeline<\/strong> based on the procurement method required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Details do not need to be fully defined before reaching out\u2014initial conversations often help shape next steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The goal is to add value, support the process, and enable successful outcomes. 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When receiving is delayed, payments often stall, which can affect vendor relationships and cash flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it matters:<\/strong> Timely system receiving supports Early Payment Discounts (EPD) and ensures compliance with the Prompt Pay Act, keeping VCU\u2019s financial processes running smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best practices for efficient receiving:<\/strong><br>\u23f1\ufe0f <strong>Receive promptly<\/strong> \u2013 Enter system receiving within 1\u20132 business days of delivery or service completion to prevent invoices from sitting in the queue.<br>\u2705 <strong>Verify before receiving<\/strong> \u2013 Only complete system receiving when delivery or service is confirmed. If not personally verified, confirm with someone who has direct knowledge.<br>\ud83d\udcce <strong>Attach supporting documentation<\/strong> \u2013 A packing slip, email confirmation, or signed form keeps the record clean and supports the control behind the process.<br>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Use the correct receiving method<\/strong> \u2013 Standard POs are received by quantity, while declining balance POs are received by dollars. Choosing the correct method keeps records accurate and avoids confusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Receiving is a team effort:<\/strong> Both requesters and shoppers can complete system receiving in RealSource\u2014approvers cannot. Departments should ensure the right people are informed and ready to handle receipts, and clear communication helps avoid bottlenecks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Helpful resources:<\/strong> Step-by-step instructions, a short training video, and FAQs are available on the <a href=\"https:\/\/procurement.vcu.edu\/i-want-to\/receive-training\/\">Procurement website<\/a>. RealSource also includes a built-in guide (click the gold star) for easy reference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Completing system receiving may seem small, but it has a big impact\u2014preventing payment delays, reducing match exceptions, and making the process smoother for everyone involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>System receiving in RealSource is more than just a formality\u2014it confirms that goods or services have actually been delivered before payment is released. When receiving is delayed, payments often stall, which can affect vendor relationships and cash flow. 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VCU Libraries provides all faculty, staff, and students with no-cost access to a massive range of local, national, and international publications\u2014including: Why pay for a personal subscription when you already have the front page at your fingertips? 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Whether you\u2019re coordinating across time zones or require specific accessibility features, adjusting your settings in RealSource only takes a few clicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Update Your Preferences<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to customize your account:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Log in<\/strong> to the RealSource platform.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the <strong>person icon<\/strong> in the top-right corner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>User Profile Preferences<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adjust your <strong>Language<\/strong>, <strong>Time Zone<\/strong>, and <strong>Display Settings<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll to the bottom to find <strong>Accessibility Options<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>\u201cYes\u201d<\/strong> to enable these features, then click <strong>Save<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Customize?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Updating these settings ensures your project deadlines align with your local time and your interface is optimized for your specific needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By enabling <strong>Accessibility Options<\/strong>, you activate enhanced support for screen readers and keyboard navigation\u2014ensuring that RealSource remains a powerful tool for every professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Always remember to hit <strong>Save<\/strong> at the bottom of the page to ensure your new preferences take effect immediately!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blogs.vcu.edu\/procurement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2026\/03\/RS-preferences.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1954 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 940px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 940\/788;aspect-ratio:1.1929170549860204;width:690px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.vcu.edu\/procurement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2026\/03\/RS-preferences.jpg 940w, https:\/\/blogs.vcu.edu\/procurement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2026\/03\/RS-preferences-300x251.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.vcu.edu\/procurement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1257\/2026\/03\/RS-preferences-768x644.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Need help?<\/strong> Reach out to our support team if you have questions about optimizing your profile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Procurement Services Business Solutions Team <\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your digital workspace should adapt to you. 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