Procurement
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Attend the SkyVU fair on Oct. 3 to learn more about training
During the fair, participants can learn more about Oracle Cloud from the experts, view system demonstrations, and sign up for training sessions. Read MoreSep 20, 2017
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Procurement and Disbursement Services merge to form new office
Procurement Services has joined forces with Disbursement Services, creating a new entity called Purchasing and Payment Services within the Finance division. Read MoreAug 19, 2016
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VU introduces improved paper recycling through Cintas partnership
Vanderbilt recently renegotiated its contract with Cintas, Inc., resulting in lower costs and improved paper recycling options across the entire campus. Read MoreJun 27, 2014
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Reminder: Purchase requisition process moves to eProcurement May 5
Based on the success of the September 2013 eProcurement upgrade, the university is eliminating the paper purchase requisition process effective Monday, May 5. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Purchase requisition submission moving to eProcurement May 5
Based on the success of the September 2013 eProcurement upgrade, the university is eliminating the paper requisition process effective Monday, May 5. Read MoreApr 10, 2014
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Important changes to office supply procurement through Guy Brown
Through a new partnership, Staples will now fulfill Guy Brown office supply orders, Vanderbilt Procurement has announced. In addition, Vanderbilt leadership approved two important changes to procurement policies to support cost savings and sustainability efforts at the institution. Read MoreMar 28, 2014
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Sign up now for information sessions on updated eProcurement system
The 90-minute sessions start Monday, Aug. 26, and will be held in Light Hall and Sarratt Student Center. The updated system launches Sept. 3. Read MoreAug 21, 2013
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Major eProcurement system upgrade coming Sept. 3
Procurement Services is ready to launch a new, improved eProcurement system on Sept. 3 that will allow the online creation of all requisitions. Read MoreAug 8, 2013
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Getting ready to use the new travel system: Step 2 — Complete your personal profile
All Vanderbilt business travelers, travel assistants and expense report delegates must complete profiles in the new travel system online. Read MoreJul 22, 2013
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PCards no longer used for travel expenses as of July 29
As of July 29, PCards will no longer be used to support payment of travel expenses such as airfare, hotel rooms or rental cars. Read MoreJul 5, 2013
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eCatalog upgrade launches April 22; information sessions available
The eProcurement eCatalog will be upgraded Monday, affecting those assigned to the eProcurement Creator role. To help with the transition, live information sessions will be held later this week and next. Read MoreApr 15, 2013
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Enhanced eProcurement electronic catalog launches week of April 22
Procurement Services has launched a significant enhancement to the eProcurement electronic catalog (eCatalog). Read MoreApr 8, 2013
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Meet suppliers at Research Expo March 6
Vanderbilt's Procurement and Disbursement Services is hosting its fourth annual research expo in the Light Hall lobby (north) on March 6. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Aloft Hotel to host VU reception Feb. 21
Aloft Nashville West End (formerly Hotel Indigo) will host a Meet and Greet for the Vanderbilt community 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 21. Come see the new look and meet the staff. Read MoreFeb 8, 2013
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OfficeMax offers new discount for personal purchases
(iStockphoto) The Office of Procurement has announced that through Guy Brown’s partnership with OfficeMax, Vanderbilt employees, students and alumni are now able to utilize a discount program at any OfficeMax retail location for personal purchases. As a member of the Vanderbilt community, an additional 10… Read MoreAug 16, 2012
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Guy Brown, AP&T are official office supply vendors; attend Office Supply Expo July 25
(iStockphoto) Vanderbilt Procurement Services has launched new multi-year agreements for office supplies with Guy Brown and American Paper & Twine, effective now. Over the past several months, the university has been engaged in sourcing and negotiation efforts to obtain the best possible combination… Read MoreJul 17, 2012
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Waste disposal and recycling support service awarded to Waste Management
After nearly 30 years with another disposal service, Vanderbilt has awarded its contract for waste disposal and recycling support service to Waste Management. The new contract became effective Jan. 1. The majority of equipment owned by the previous supplier was replaced with new dumpsters and compactors over… Read MoreFeb 3, 2012
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Small Purchase Order program to be discontinued
(iStockphoto) Effective Dec. 31, Vanderbilt’s Small Purchase Order (SPO) program will be discontinued. The university is making this change due to the widespread adoption of the more efficient and cost-effective eProcurement and Pcard ordering solutions. Going forward, all orders less than $500 should be placed using either the eProcurement… Read MoreNov 16, 2011
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Express Courier selected as Vanderbilt’s primary courier service
Vanderbilt has awarded a contract to Express Courier to serve as the primary courier to the university central campus and Vanderbilt University Medical Center, effective Nov 21. The university has consolidated to a single service provider to significantly reduce costs, accommodate emergency courier needs and to offer… Read MoreNov 16, 2011
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New eProcurement ordering goes paperless
The new system will be convenient to use and better for the environment. Read MoreSep 9, 2011