Updates

P-card Reminders for FY27

As we begin a new academic year, we would like to share several important reminders and best practices with all P-card holders and supervisors.  Please take a few minutes to review this important...

Posted: July 1, 2026, 10:20 AM

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New Unauthorized Procurement Justification Form

Dear UMBC Campus Community, As of today, Procurement has introduced the new Unauthorized Procurement Justification form. The purpose of this form is to identify and document any unauthorized or...

Posted: June 1, 2026, 8:00 AM

Recording of May 2026 Supplier Spotlight: Club Colors

Earlier today, Procurement held their first session in their new Supplier Spotlight series.  This series is designed to highlight strategic supplier partners that assist UMBC in conducting it's...

Posted: May 22, 2026, 2:37 PM

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Procurement Purpose 1st Edition

A New Procurement Newsletter!

Big News from UMBC Procurement! We are beyond excited to unveil the very first edition of our brand-new newsletter: Procurement Purpose!  Consider this your go-to source for everything...

Posted: May 4, 2026, 8:38 AM

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Using Dedicated Delivery for Amazon Business

The below is an updated post from a June 2025. UMBC Procurement & Strategic Sourcing is excited to announce we have implemented Dedicated Delivery with Amazon Business for the entire UMBC...

Posted: April 20, 2026, 1:44 PM

Green P-card Purchasing

In conjunction with the Maryland Department of General Services and UMBC's Office of Sustainability, Procurement hosted two live sessions this month about Green Procurement Card (P-card)...

Posted: March 25, 2026, 12:32 PM

Reminder: Procurement Open House

You're invited to our 2nd Annual Procurement Open House.  Ever wondered who is on the other end of your procurement requests? Whether you're green or seasoned, come say hi to the team! We're...

Posted: March 9, 2026, 8:44 AM

Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Invites you to our 2nd annual Meet and Greet.

Recording of ezCater Training

As you heard through other posts, UMBC has partnered with ezCater to meet the various food needs for campus events and meetings.  If you were unable to attend a session, we're happy to share a...

Posted: December 2, 2025, 12:10 PM