Central Receiving

The primary responsibility of Central Receiving is to receive, distribute, and ship material for the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAHuntsville) Community. As a clearinghouse for merchandise acquired by Procurement Services, Central Receiving ensures merchandise delivery that is as quick and damage-free as possible. Central Receiving also processes outgoing shipments in the most expedient and cost effective manner.

Central Receiving performs the following functions:

• Receives all parcels and packages shipped to the University
• Delivers (daily) parcels and packages to respective individuals and departments
• Processes and dispatch all outgoing shipments
• Provides temporary and long-term storage of durable and expendable goods
• Requisitioning, receipt, storage and safeguarding of industrial gases and alcohol products
• Coordinates with auction agency for disposal/sale of surplus property

Central Receiving is located in the Central Receiving Building on John Wright Drive.

Contact us:
Phone:  256-824-6315
Email:    crb@uah.edu