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Welcome Mike Voss, Procurement Specialist

Author: Diane Kennedy

We are pleased to announce that Mike Voss joined Procurement Services in June as Procurement Specialist. Mike takes over for Dan Brewer, who retired on October 1st.  Mike will be responsible for information technology hardware & software, audio/video equipment, telecom & network equipment,…

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Procurement Services Closure October 16th - Supplier Expo

Author: Diane Kennedy

Procurement Services will be closed on Tuesday, October 16th for the Supplier Expo. The department email accounts will be checked periodically so if you need assistance with buyND or travelND during this time, please send an email to buy@nd.edu or travel@nd.edu; or stop by and see us at the Supplier

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buyND Orders over $10,000

Author: Javier Hernandez

In keeping with updates from the federal government, Procurement Services is raising the thresholds required for competitive bids. 

Effective July 1, 2018, purchases:

  • Under $10,000 require one quote.
  • Between $10,000 and $150,000, require three written quotes.
  • Over

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Costco Recall for Garden Highway Fruit Bowls

Author: Javier Hernandez

Costco is recalling the Garden Highway Fresh Fruit Bowl because of the potential of Salmonella contamination. Please discard these items and visit Costco for a full refund. Please click here for the full recall letter.

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buyND Connectivity Issues 6/18/18

Author: Javier Hernandez

buyND is currently experiencing intermittent connectivity issues. We are working with our software provider and will post an update once the system is fully operational.

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Upcoming Changes- Effective July 1, 2018

Author: Javier Hernandez

In response to changes in federal regulations, Procurement Services is updating procurement policies for both federal and non-federal expenditures. The biggest changes will be in the bidding threshold requirements and sole source justification.We will be hosting weekly information sessions through…

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Procurement Services Closed 5/15 and 5/16

Author: Javier Hernandez

​Procurement Services will be closed Tuesday, May 15th and Wednesday, May 16th for a departmental retreat. We will resume normal operating hours on Thursday, May 17th and will respond to all inquiries then.​

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Toner Scam Alert

Author: Javier Hernandez

This is a reminder to all campus employees who purchase printer toner for their office printer. Be aware of sales calls and for the soliciting of printer information by telephone. Printer toner should be purchased through buyND, the electronic purchasing system at the university for creating requisitions…

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buyND Downtime

Author: Javier Hernandez

buyND will be going through scheduled maintenance between 5:00 pm. on Friday, April 6th and 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 8th. The system will be inaccessible, so please plan for your purchases accordingly.

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New Graybar Punchout

Author: Javier Hernandez

On January 25th, Graybar, a University provider for electrical supplies and communications and data networking products, will release a new punchout look. Current features such as the capacity to request quotes, pricing and item availability, and order status will remain but with enhanced aspects…

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