UC Procurement News

Thermo Fisher Scientific™ is a key strategic partner with the University of California, fostering groundbreaking research collaborations across multiple campuses.

The annual Green Spend data gathering process is a cornerstone of sustainability tracking and essential in advancing UC's goals. A new approach brings operational excellence and collaboration to the forefront in this annual process.

We bid farewell to Joe Andreu, who is completing a 40-year career, including an 18-year journey with the University of California.

After years of subdued attendance following the shift to remote work, this year’s Supplier Showcase saw revitalized attendance and enthusiasm among suppliers and campus staff.

UC Procurement has established an FY25 Benefit target of $385.8M, which equals our Strategic Plan target goal of 4% of Addressable Spend.

Matheson recently reopened its Dry Ice production facility in Martinez, California, to ensure a reliable supply of dry ice essential for UC research and educational activities.

In November 2024, over 200 higher education procurement professionals gathered in Phoenix for the annual National Association of Education Procurement (NAEP) District VI Conference.

The 2024 UC Irvine Procurement Supplier Showcase highlighted commitment to fostering strong relationships with service providers and small and diverse businesses.

The UC Central Travel program offers you an array of exclusive benefits when booking through the ConnexUC Travel Portal.