Procurement

Do you want to learn more about procurement?

The Procurement Department oversees strategic sourcing, supplier contracting, competitive bidding,
and spend management of all goods and services purchased for the University’s consumption.

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What is Procurement?

The KU Procurement Team (formerly “Purchasing Services”) is dedicated to helping you find and purchase the right products and services through strategic sourcing. We are here to guide you through the procurement process, lead discussions with suppliers, and help you and KU get the best value.

Why Partner with Us?

Procurement has the category expertise, market research and analysis tools, and campuswide visibility that helps you get more for less. The current fiscal climate necessitates that Procurement plays an even bigger role to help KU dig out of a historic budget deficit and reach market pay. Whether it's overseeing competitive bids, negotiating better deals, finding resources already within the university or otherwise optimizing your spending, we're here to help ensure you get the most bang for KU’s buck.

What is Our Philosophy?

We prioritize relationships . . .

For KU faculty and staff, we want you to think of us first when you need to make a major purchase on behalf of the University. We approach every transaction with a goal of getting to “yes” within the defined procurement parameters while providing excellent customer service so that we can earn a seat at your table as a trusted advisor.

For suppliers, we want to clearly articulate the purchasing needs of the University, promote transparency in supplier selection, create mutually beneficial partnerships, and otherwise ensure that KU is seen as a client of choice in the marketplace.

Need Help Making a Large or Complex Purchase?

Please visit the Procurement Request tiles at the Finance Service Portal and submit a new request (Tech or Non-Tech) for any of the services listed.

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