The P-Card is a Visa issued by U.S. Bank. It works much like a personal credit card. However, it is a commercial card and each card has custom-designed features, with pre-set controls to meet the specific needs of the cardholder and the agency.

The P-Card simplifies the procurement and disbursement process by facilitating point-of-demand purchasing. Purchasing authority is delegated to the ordering departments, enabling authorized cardholders to place orders directly with suppliers.

Two documents are needed to get started with implementing your own P-Card program.

For Municipalities:

•  PA- Participating Addendum Form

•  KYC- Know Your Customer- Municipality Form

For Non-Profits:

•  PA- Participating Addendum Form

•  KYC- Know Your Customer- Non-Profit Form

Complete the forms and email them to P-Card Program Specialist Kerry DiMatteo. 

Next Steps

So you are better prepared to get started, provide information on the following:

1.  What is your ERP system?

2.  How do you reconcile transactions (in what system - bank or ERP)?

3.  How do you upload the files?

4.  Does your organization use a separate card for travel?