Purchasing FAQs
College Employees
How long does it take to process a Purchase Requisition?
Once a properly completed Requisition is approved through Banner workflow, it takes 1-2 weeks to process into a Purchase Order. This timeline may be extended depending upon current workload.
What are the guidelines for filling out a Purchase Requisition?
Click here for instructions on completing a Purchase Requisition electronically through Banner.
How do I order office supplies?
Click here for instructions on ordering office supplies.
When are consultant Purchase Requisitions due to ensure they are approved at the next board meeting?
Purchase Requisitions must be approved through Banner workflow by the board meeting deadline along with any necessary documentation. Purchase Requisitions approved later than this will be processed for the next board meeting. Board deadlines can be found here.
For Vendor's
Where do I mail my invoices for goods delivered or services rendered to Antelope Valley Community College District?
All invoices should be mailed to the following address:
Antelope Valley College
Business Services Office
ATTN: Accounts Payable
3041 West Avenue K
Lancaster, CA 93536
Or email invoices to:
There are invoices that are "past due". Who should I contact?
Contact the Accounts Payable Department at (661) 722-6309 or accounts_payable@avc.edu
Who should I contact for any other questions regarding my vendor account or invoices?
Contact the Accounts Payable Department at (661) 722-6309 or accounts_payable@avc.edu in regards to invoices, and the Purchasing Department at (661) 722-6310 or purchasing@avc.edu, in regards to purchase orders.
There is a change on the purchase order. Who should I contact?
Contact the purchasing department at (661) 722-6310 or purchasing@avc.edu.
Is Antelope Valley Community College District exempt from sales tax?
No. All invoices must include current CA state sales tax for all applicable items. As of April 1, 2021, sales tax for Lancaster, CA is 10.25%.
Where is the AVCCD Purchasing Department located?
The AVCCD Purchasing Department is located at the Lancaster campus in room A154. Please see the directions page for a campus map, area map and driving directions.