Lead Agency Marketing Partnership (LAMP)

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Let There Be LAMP: UC's Light on Smarter Procurement

Imagine accessing a portfolio of cooperative contracts that leverage the University of California's massive purchasing power - competitively solicited and publicly awarded contracts ready to use. That's exactly what the UC Lead Agency Marketing Partnership (LAMP) program delivers.

For UC Campuses

Access internal resources and adoption guides

For Suppliers

Learn the advantages and how to participate in LAMP

Higher Ed, K-12, Gov't, Non-Profits

Save time and money, ensure compliance

What is LAMP?

LAMP (Lead Agency Marketing Partnership) is UC's cooperative contracting program partnered with group purchasing organizations (GPOs). It lets public agencies and nonprofits use previously solicited competitively bid UC contracts, saving time and ensuring public-sector compliance.

Previously solicited competitively bid contracts
Public-sector compliant
Best Value awards—balancing price, quality, performance, and sustainability
Supports sustainability and economic impact goals
Zero participation fees for eligible agencies

What is Best Value?

Best Value is the most advantageous balance of price, quality, service, performance, sustainability, and other elements as defined by the University. It's determined through objective performance criteria—not just lowest price.

Best Value Balances:

Cost

Including delivery, maintenance, and disposal

Functionality

Long-term performance and features

Impact

Economic, community, and environmental

The Best Value mindset: Look at the whole picture of ownership and long-term value, rather than focusing primarily on upfront cost. This approach minimizes overall cost while maximizing value over the life of the contract.

How It Works

Confirm Eligibility

Verify that your organization qualifies.

Eligibility requirements

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Find Contract

Browse available contracts.

Contract directory

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Review Terms

Check the details of the specific contract to confirm a good fit.

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Purchase

If the agreement fits your needs, place your order!

Built on UC's seven-step strategic sourcing methodology

LAMP Impact

Thousands of agencies
Nationwide participation
Significant savings
of time, money and effort vs. running your own RFP
Best Value methodology
UC's rigorous evaluation of price, quality, service, performance, sustainability, and long-term value

Who Can Use the LAMP Program?

Eligible Entities

  • UC campuses
  • Higher ed and K-12 institutions
  • Public agencies (state, local, municipal)
  • Nonprofits (subject to eligibility)
     

Program Reach

Used by thousands of agencies nationwide

Access competitively bid contracts that meet public sector standards and support sustainability and diversity goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

The LAMP (Lead Agency Marketing Partnership) Program is UC's contracting program available through the cooperative purchasing organization, OMNIA Partners. Through LAMP, SLED agencies and nonprofits alike are able to use UC-awarded cooperative contracts, saving time and resources while ensuring compliance.

Eligible entities include UC campuses, public agencies (state, local, municipal), K-12 and higher education institutions, and qualifying nonprofits.

Review your organization's procurement policy for cooperative purchasing provisions and contact the LAMP team for confirmation.

Yes, if you still have questions, please review our detailed list of frequently asked questions. 

Get Started or Learn More

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