April 30, 2008

To:                   Procurement Cardholders and Requestors

From:               Debby Zumbach
                        Director of Purchasing

Re: Hy-Vee Charge Cards

It has been brought to Purchasing and Accounts Payable’s attention that Hy-Vee recently sent out letters informing you of a change in their direct bill program.  Hy-Vee offered a new charge card for departments to use for in-store purchases.

The University is not supportive of this program and has asked Hy-Vee to discontinue the issuance of these charge cards.  Instead, Hy-Vee will be accepting procurement cards as the preferred method of charging for food orders. 

If you have already been issued a Hy-Vee card, the account will be closed by Hy-Vee.  You should cut the card up and dispose of it properly.

If you have any questions concerning this process, please contact debby-zumbach@uiowa.edu.