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The mission of the Purchasing Department is:

• Obtain all goods and services necessary for the students, faculty and staff in the most cost effective and efficient manner
• Provide value-added service to support the teaching and research consistent with the mission of the institution
• Maintain a commitment to excellence through professional ethics and best business practices
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations
• Encourage open competition among vendors through fair negotiation, competitive bidding and contract buying

We are bound by our profession to continuously strive to seek innovative and effective processes that do not impede, but rather facilitate the acquisition process.

We can assist you by:

• Listening to your needs
• Finding the best value
• Identifying new and custom sources
• Obtaining and reviewing quotes
• Negotiating terms and conditions
• Placing orders and resolving issues
• Limiting liability and maximizing compliance
• Maintaining quality and standards
• Providing timely and value-added service