As fiscal year end approaches, we want to send reminders to help avoid year-end delays, please adhere to the following deadlines. Missing these dates may result in approvals after July 1, 2026, affecting your department's operations. Sticking to the deadlines helps us serve everyone more efficiently.

Key Deadlines: Submit on Time to Ensure Processing

• February 1, 2026: Request for Proposals ($500,000 or more)
• March 1, 2026: Documented Quotes ($250,001 - $499,999)
• May 1, 2026: Non-Catalog Requisitions
• May 15, 2026: Change Orders - Change orders requiring monetary increases or contract amendments must be submitted by this date. Change orders for simple date extensions (to pay a final invoice) can still be processed close to Fiscal Year End deadlines, timely submission is recommended.
• May 15, 2026: Small Dollar Contract Requests

Read more about Fiscal Year End deadlines on the Procurement Service Center website. 

For more information from Post-Award Administration, click here.