Electronic Procurement (eProcurement)
Departments purchase goods and services from Staples Advantage, UPS CampusShip, Fisher Scientific, and VWR using customized Web portals with eProcurement. Purchases can be made with state, Research Foundation (RF) and UB Foundation (UBF) funds for transactions less than $5,000.
Advantages of eProcurement
- Eliminates eReqs and Web Receivers
- Consolidated billing handled by the Procurement Department
- Is accessed with user-friendly Web portals
- Has contract pricing
- Shows order history and tracking
- Provides order confirmation emails and quick shipping
- Routes to approvers if necessary for budget administration
Office Supplies from Staples Advantage
Staples Advantage is New York State’s source for office supplies. Online ordering with consolidated billing is available for all funding sources. Purchases are processed through Proftech, a diversity supplier.
Shipping with UPS CampusShip®
- Take advantage of New York State Contract Pricing
- Create your own shipping labels and track your shipments
- UPS is on campus daily for pick-ups
Scientific Products from VWR
VWR provides an expansive choice of premiere products, such as chemicals, furniture, equipment, instruments, apparel and consumables, from a vast group of leading scientific manufacturers.
Laboratory Supplies and Services from Fisher Scientific
Complete portfolio of laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies and services used in healthcare, scientific research, safety and education.
