UMW Procurement Forum Mark your calendars! On September 19, from 9-10:30 a.m., Procurement Services is hosting a forum to answer any and all questions you have about procurement. Topics will include, among other things: Procurement department overview Strategic sourcing SWaM SPCC Savings and cost avoidance Updated Small Purchase Procedures Cardinal/EVA relationship Surplus property Q&A We will include department questions, future opportunities, and case studies where we present you with different scenarios to help you learn what to do in each situation. Topics will be geared towards department buyers, SPCC cardholders, and cost center managers. Note new location: the forum will take place in the HCC Digital Auditorium. Contact James DeLoatch ext. 1382, with any questions. We look forward to seeing you there! … [Read more...]

Governor McAuliffe recently announced that Virginia ranks second in the US for procurement practices according to a national survey, stating, "This recognition shows that Virginia is one of the best in the nation when it comes to providing fiscally responsible purchases of the goods and services needed to keep government running." During FY15, UMW's Procurement Services contributed to the ranking by conducting over 70 solicitations and influencing savings to the University in excess of $290,000. … [Read more...]

On February 26th Procurement Services successfully hosted the first UMW Supplier Expo. With dozens of vendors in attendance, the event radiated a lively and progressive atmosphere. Faculty, staff, and associates of the university had the chance to chat one-on-one with some of our most essential contacts while also receiving some promotional products to take home. This opportunity to connect with our dynamic networks both strengthened and broadened the bond within our supplier community. The department has been receiving many positive responses, and it has been voiced that another Expo in the future would be highly anticipated. Our team is appreciative of all of the vendors that participated in our inaugural event, as well as for those who came to see what we had to offer.   … [Read more...]