Purchasing

Tracking Shipments

Tracking in coming packages to Central Receiving with a tracking number or with out a tracking number from vendor or person sending. When trying to track a shipment to the university call the vendor or who sent the item and ask for a tracking number or proof of delivery. This number can track a package by where it is and when delivered plus who sign for. The following web sites can help in tracking packages by the three main carriers who deliver to Central Receiving.

www.ups.com

www.fedex.com

1. Tracking Incoming Shipments

If shipment is for a purchase order with a "P" prefix departments can call purchasing clerk II at extension 2617 for follow-up and expediting. All other shipments or package need to provide the following information too properly track delivery when receiving department shows no record of shipment.

Try to obtain Proof of Delivery (POD) or tracking number.

This can be provided by vendor and can be tracked on carrier's web site.

Fax or e-mail POD information to central receiving.

If POD or tracking number cannot be obtained fax or e-mail enough information as possible. (Tracking Shipment Form)