Vanderbilt has launched new multiyear agreements with a select group of suppliers for the purchase of apparel, promotional products, uniforms and awards by Vanderbilt University and the Vanderbilt Health system, effective July 1, 2026.
The agreements are the result of an extensive review by Vanderbilt’s Brand Marketing office and Purchasing Services. The goal was to establish preferred, nonexclusive relationships with a limited number of suppliers capable of delivering products that meet Vanderbilt’s high standards for quality, brand compliance and operational excellence.
As a result, Vanderbilt has designated a restricted group of approved internal campus suppliers as the only vendors authorized to market and sell apparel, promotional products, uniforms and awards to students, faculty and staff within the university and Vanderbilt Health system.
Updates and Training
The Brand Marketing office will host an Internal Campus Supplier Updates and Training session at noon on Aug. 31 for anyone within the university or Vanderbilt Health who orders apparel, promotional products, uniforms or awards. The session will cover how to order merchandise, new licensee capabilities and branding updates. Please register if you’d like to attend.
Agreements were awarded to the following internal campus suppliers:
- 4imprint
- American Business Forms
- Anne Jones Specialties
- Blink Marketing
- Club Colors
- Dragonfly Screen Graphics
- Follett Higher Education
- Geneologie
- Goldner Associates
- Graphic Cow
- Image Connection
- Magellan Promotions
- Mavich Branding Group
- Smile Promotions
- Something Inked
- Southern Trophy House
- Synergy Imports
New suppliers joining for the 2026–31 term are Follett Higher Education, Magellan Promotions, Mavich Branding Group and Something Inked.
Follett Higher Education
Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt Health departments now have another option for purchasing officially licensed Vanderbilt merchandise. The Vanderbilt Bookstore is now available as an Internal Campus Supplier of Licensed Merchandise, enabling purchases through each organization’s standard procurement process.
The new purchasing option provides departments with access to in-stock licensed merchandise and custom-branded promotional products for events, conferences, employee recognition, donor engagement, departmental programs, gifts and other organizational needs.
Magellan Promotions
Magellan Promotions is a branded merch agency specializing in higher education. Magellan has partnered with more than 550 colleges and universities across the country to create strategic branded merch programs that support enrollment, advancement, alumni relations, student life, employee engagement and campus events. By combining creative strategy, branded merch expertise and unique solutions, Magellan helps institutions build meaningful connections with students, alumni, donors, faculty, staff and other campus audiences.
In addition to branded merch campaigns, Magellan provides a full suite of services to simplify program management and maximize impact. These include custom online stores, kitting and fulfillment, automation through Slate or other CRM integration, graphic design services, and strategic campaign development. With decades of higher education experience, Magellan works as an extension of its clients’ teams, helping them create influential brand experiences while streamlining the process from concept through delivery.
Mavich Brand Group
Mavich Branding Group specializes in a wide range of services to elevate your brand. From professional printing and custom apparel to promotional products and corporate gifts, Mavich Group’s expertise works to bring your vision to life with:
- Custom Apparel
- Creative Services
- Printing Services
- Promotional Products
- Online Stores
- Warehousing & Fulfillment
Something Inked
Something Inked is a trusted promotional products and branded merchandise partner specializing in custom apparel, giveaways, recognition items and marketing materials. With a focus on quality, creativity and exceptional customer service, Something Inked helps organizations strengthen their brand through customized solutions for employee engagement, events and promotional campaigns. Their extensive product offerings and commitment to delivering innovative branding solutions make them a valuable resource for the Vanderbilt community.
Specialty suppliers
In addition to the approved internal campus suppliers above, Vanderbilt has a list of approved specialty suppliers who service niche product categories.
Purchasing reminder
Anyone responsible for purchasing merchandise that promotes Vanderbilt University or Vanderbilt Health must do so from this approved list, regardless of whether the item features Vanderbilt’s trademark.
Why it matters
An approved internal campus supplier program allows Vanderbilt to ensure consistent protection of its trademarks and brand identity, confirm factory site disclosure and labor code compliance, and secure an enhanced, reliable level of service across the university and Vanderbilt Health.
More Information and Placing Orders
For more information about Vanderbilt’s approved internal campus supplier program and on how to place orders, please visit the Merchandise & Trademark webpages.
A supplier fair is scheduled for fall 2027 to showcase the new suppliers and their products.
