University Business Services
University Business Services is a customer-focused organization that is committed to providing quality, user-friendly, cost-effective and expert business support to all customers in support of the University’s core mission to promote the educational, research, and clinical missions of One UConn.
Capital Projects and Facilities Procurement
It is the mission of Procurement Services promote the educational, research, and clinical missions of UConn through the strategic procurement of goods and services facilitated in accordance with Federal, State, and University laws and regulations to minimize risk and maximize value for all of our stakeholders.
University Supplier Diversity Program
Our mission is to expand enrollment and participation of small/minority businesses on University contracts, by facilitating the opportunity for said businesses to provide valuable, quality, timely goods and services, while building mutually beneficial, respectful, lasting business relationships with the University community.
Purchasing
The University of Connecticut Purchasing Department is a service unit established to support the educational and research missions of the University. It is staffed by procurement professionals who have the requisite knowledge, skills and training to assist University personnel in the purchase of required goods and services. This expertise insures that procurement decisions will be made in the best interest of the University and in compliance with Connecticut state statutes and University policies.
UCount Initiative
In response to the fiscal challenges, Procurement Services and the University community continue to explore cost reduction opportunities, redefine business processes, and re-evaluate the way in which the University procures goods and services while maintaining the quality and integrity of the UConn community. While some efforts may seem small, collectively they make a difference that UCount on.
UPrint Program
UPrint, the University’s Managed Print Services (“MPS”) Program managed by the Design & Document Production Center, is a service provided to all University of Connecticut campuses (“UConn”) through an external provider who will analyze document output devices (such as copiers, printers and fax machines) with the goal of reducing the total cost of ownership, improving efficiency and productivity, and furthering the University’s sustainability initiatives.
Surplus Operations
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
UConn Health Procurement Operations and Contracts
Procurement Operations and Contracts is dedicated to advancing UConn Health's academic, research and clinical care objectives by providing the UConn Health community with expert, efficient and legally-compliant procurement and contracting services.
Procurement Contracting and Compliance
Our mission is to render vendor relationships, business terms, and project vision developed by the University community into contracts that ensure those relationships, terms, and vision withstand the tests of time and chance while reflecting the values and priorities of the University and the State of Connecticut.
Strategic Partnerships and Business Development
The University’s Office of Strategic Partnerships and Business Development supports University departments, offices and units that are interested in exploring campus partnership opportunities. Some campus units regularly enter into campus partnership contracts and are familiar with the processes and requirements applicable to these contracts.
Document Production Center
We provide expertise in producing University printed communications. Services we offer include expedited printing, copying, binding, and mail preparation services.
Travel Services

New GovConnection Contract

Posted on July 29, 2021July 29, 2021 by Procurement

The University recently issued a bid jointly with Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) in order to obtain direct contracts with IT suppliers and resellers. One of the primary goals of this joint effort was to use combined bargaining power to obtain best-in-class discount rates for commonly purchased IT goods and services across Connecticut’s public universities. (more…)

DATTCO Motorcoach Transportation Partner

Posted on July 9, 2021 by Procurement

Search 495296 Procurement Professional (P2)

Posted on May 28, 2021May 28, 2021 by Procurement

Search 495218 Procurement Specialist I (P4)

Posted on May 26, 2021May 26, 2021 by Procurement

Search 495214 University Director Procurement Services

Posted on May 7, 2021May 26, 2021 by Procurement

Search 495209 Purchasing Agent I – Technology Procurement Professional (P2)

Posted on April 26, 2021 by Procurement

Under the supervision of the University Director of Procurement Services, the Technology Category Manager, and/or other designated supervisor as assigned, and working within a team structure, the Purchasing Agent I (Procurement Professional) will support the technology needs of the University for all campuses, including UConn Health in Farmington. Primary responsibilities of a Purchasing Agent I are to utilize existing policies, procedures and statutes to plan, develop and organize all phases of assigned responsibilities for bidding, negotiating and assisting with contracting of complex and routine purchases covering all areas of technology.

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UConn Emphasizes Economic Inclusion in Mission of Ensuring Diversity and Equity

Posted on January 25, 2021 by Procurement

Stephanie Reitz – UConn Communications

Supplier diversity is critical to UConn and the state of Connecticut and UConn has a demonstrated commitment to economic inclusion in contracting for goods and services. To measure an institution’s commitment to diversity and equity, it’s not enough to boast about student enrollment figures, employee hiring statistics, and academic curricula that demonstrate inclusion of underrepresented populations.

UBS Stars of the Month

Posted on January 4, 2021 by Procurement

ACQUIRING COVID-19 PROTECTION ITEMS

Posted on June 5, 2020 by Procurement

Faculty, staff and researchers who cannot do their jobs from home and are approved by a department head or dean can submit requests through online web forms for face masks, hand sanitizer, pre-packaged disinfectant spray with paper towels and gloves through University Business Services. Other PPE can also be obtained during the normal procurement process through HuskyBuy. The provisions apply to employees at the Storrs and regional campuses, along with the agricultural extension offices. For additional information please visit : https://uconn.edu/public-notification/coronavirus/covid-19-campus-operations/

Concur Go-Live

Posted on April 23, 2020October 30, 2020 by Procurement

We are excited to announce the official University go-live of the Concur Travel and Expense system.

As of April 22, 2020, all employees (including graduate assistants, graduate interns, and post-docs) should utilize Concur and Key Travel to book, request, and expense travel. There is a detailed overview of this transition (cutover plan), including how you should handle travel that began before 4/22, the requirements for pre-approval for travel booked prior to 4/22, and how to utilize your Unused Ticket Credits with Sanditz.

If you have not yet applied for a University Travel Card, it is recommended that you do so as it will contribute to a more seamless travel experience. To obtain a Travel Card you must complete the required training and then submit an application for approval. Once the application is approved, it will take 7 – 10 business days for you to receive the card. Because faculty and staff are working remotely due to COVID-19, Travel Cards will be mailed to the home address you provide on your application. (more…)