Receiving ProceduresShipping Procedures The primary responsibility of Central Receiving is to receive, distribute, and ship material for The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) 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, 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 256.824.6315 crb@uah.edu