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Cost Savings Opportunities

Purchasing Services is charged with leveraging the University's buying power through best-in-class supply chain sourcing and contracting initiatives that are designed to reduce the cost of required products and services. University departments can reap the benefits of our cost containment initiatives and preferred suppliers in order to maximize the value of each dollar of their operating budget.

The following are several cost containment "best practices" that will help buyers identify the appropriate "least total cost" supplier for their purchase requirements.

  • Utilize University approved preferred suppliers for your product and service requirements.
  • Utilize the Specialty Underwriters equipment maintenance program to reduce your annual equipment maintenance cost by an average of 25%
  • Visit the Supplier Showcase for new product and pricing promotions from our preferred suppliers.
  • Contact Purchasing Services for help in identifying the appropriate supplier for your purchase requirement.

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