Yes, of course many things are purchased through contracts. And many things are not. Every company buys stuff from Staples/Costco/Wallmart, one-off parts and

Yes, of course many things are purchased through contracts. And many things are not. Every company buys stuff from Staples/Costco/Wallmart, one-off parts and supplies. The article mentioned having a 3rd party for the billing, indicating probably some kind of larger purchase, it's odd. Commercial Banking usually provide Amex/Visa linked accounts with limits, for a variety of things, it's not a new idea.