What's New
Important Information for the UConn Health Center Research Community
The Department of Homeland Security has identified a list of 300 Chemicals of Interest that require strict monitoring at all U.S. Research Institutions.
Effective immediately, all chemical order requisitions must be submitted in the following format in FRS:
1. Chemical order requisitions are to be submitted solely (not combined with non-chemical supplies or apparatus).
Note: Requisitions may contain multiple chemicals to be ordered.
2. The first line of the description field (of the 254 screen) must state the Chemical Name.
3. The second line of the description field (of the 254 screen) must state the CAS# in the following format: CAS# XXXXX-XX-X.
4. If your material is a mixture and does not have a unique chemical abstract number enter 0000-00-0 on the CAS# line.
Note: These materials will be reviewed to attain proper clearance.
Upon receipt, Purchasing will review the requisition and proceed in accordance with the new guidelines.
For additional information, please refer to the following links:
For questions, please call Liz Pokorski, Research Safety, at 860-679-2723 or Matt Larson, Assistant Director of Purchasing, at 860-679-1775.
Potential Delays in Processing Purchase Orders
Recently, the Legislature has enacted Public Act 07-245 and Public Act 07-142 requiring all vendors conducting state business to sign-off on a Non-discrimination certification:
Certification to accompany all State contracts, regardless of type, term, cost, or value., pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes §4a-60(a)(1) and § 4a-60a(a)(1), as
amended by Public Act 07-245 and Section 9(a)(1) and 10(a)(1) of Public Act 07-142.
Many corporations have refused, requiring UConn Health Center to apply for waivers from CHRO. Unfortunately, this requirement has resulted in delays in processing a variety of
orders at various dollar values. We recognize the unique business requirements for UConn Health Center Research, Clinical, Dental, CMHC and Facilities Management Operations. We ask
for your patience as we facilitate solutions to address your procurement needs.
Please call Matt Larson, Assistant Director of Purchasing, at 860-679-1775 for updates on our efforts and for specific situations that require discussion. |
