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.

COVID-19 Surplus Store Update

Posted on March 19, 2020 by Procurement

Given the current circumstances surrounding COVID-19 and the directive from both Governor Lamont and President Katsouleas to practice social distancing and limit large group interaction, the University’s Public Surplus Store is cancelled until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience, but believe that it is in the best interest of all of our community customers to ensure that everyone remains safe and healthy. We will reopen the Public Store once it is safe to do so. In the meantime, please feel free to check our website https://surplus.ubs.uconn.edu/ for updates.

COVID-19 Travel Update

Posted on March 10, 2020March 10, 2020 by Procurement

Governor Lamont sent executive branch agency heads a directive designed to help prevent and delay COVID-19 in Connecticut, including freezing employee travel on state business.

University-Sponsored Travel Outside of Connecticut is Suspended: Though not an executive branch agency, UConn wishes to act in keeping with the governor’s goals. Effective immediately, all domestic and international, university-sponsored travel outside of the state by faculty and staff is suspended until further notice. Any exception needs to be approved by university leadership. (more…)

Urgent Update for International Travelers

Posted on March 2, 2020 by Procurement

As you may be aware, there is an ongoing outbreak of a respiratory illness commonly named the coronavirus – COVID-19. This development is rapidly evolving. As such, travelers are urged to closely monitor Travel.state.gov and CDC.gov for important information.

Travelers are reminded to complete the travel waiver for travel to countries/regions which have been listed as level 3 or 4 by the U. S. Department of State.

W.B. Mason on HuskyBuy!

Posted on February 28, 2020February 28, 2020 by Procurement

We are excited to announce that W.B. Mason will be joining our team of office supply vendors!

W.B. Mason will provide UConn with competitive pricing, exceptional customer service, and fast & free delivery on all of their office supply products. Take advantage of their product offerings through their on-line catalog, which is anticipated to go live in HuskyBuy on Monday, March 2, 2020.

With W.B. Mason, you can expect:

Free Desktop Delivery by uniformed W.B. Mason drivers
No order minimums
A dedicated customer support team located in CT

W.B. Mason Flyer

UPDATE: Concur Pilot for Feb. 18, 2020

Posted on February 18, 2020March 24, 2020 by Procurement

We are writing to provide an update regarding the University SAP Concur implementation.

The SAP Concur project is a collaborative UConn initiative to implement a best-in-class, cloud-based Travel and Expense management service for the university. There are currently over 2,600 employees participating in the pilot phase of this project. There has been strong feedback during this phase that complexity in the environment has, at times, made it difficult to make best use of the service. (more…)

Interim Assoc Vice President of University Business Services

Posted on February 5, 2020February 5, 2020 by Procurement

On Behalf of the Office of the EVPACFO

I am pleased to appoint Greg Daniels, JD as interim Associate Vice President of University Business Services. Greg currently serves as Director of Procurement Contracts and Compliance. In this role, he is responsible for all contracting at the University – a role that has uniquely qualified him to serve as interim AVP. He is also an attorney with many years of experience in state government and the CSCU system. I look forward to working with Greg, and trust that University Business Services will continue to provide a high level of customer service, value to the University, and compliance.

Scott A. Jordan

Executive Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer
For more information, contact: Office of the EVPACFO at evpacfo@uconn.edu

North Carolina and Mississippi Travel Ban Update

Posted on January 22, 2020January 22, 2020 by Procurement

Governor Malloy issued Executive Orders which remain in effect and ban travel to North Carolina and Mississippi using state funds except in limited circumstances. To travel to these states, pre-approval is still required. Travel without pre-approval may result in the traveler being denied reimbursement.

At Storrs, the regional campuses and the law school, requests for travel to North Carolina or Mississippi, no matter the source of funds, should be submitted to the Director of Procurement Services (John Clifford) via email at john.clifford@uconn.edu for review. (more…)

Year-End Schedule

Posted on December 10, 2019February 5, 2020 by Procurement

On Behalf of Office of the General Counsel

With the year-end holidays upon us again, we want to be sure we’re able to complete our reviews and respond to your inquiries while work schedules will be altered over the next month.

In order to do so, we would appreciate receiving all contracts you need approved by January 1st here in our office by Wednesday, December 18^th.

Once again, it’s been a pleasure working with all of you this year and we wish you a joyous holiday season!

NewsFlash Vol. 1

Posted on October 31, 2019October 31, 2019 by Procurement

Welcome to the first edition of the University Business Services NewsFlash. In an effort to share accolades on key accomplishments the University has achieved, provide information on upcoming events, share upcoming programmatic changes, and announce staffing updates that have occurred throughout the year, University Business Services (UBS) will be issuing a quarterly newsletter to keep you, our valued campus customer, informed as to how our organization strives to exceed your business needs. Read the complete NewsFlash newsletter.

Liquid Helium Shortage

Posted on October 22, 2019 by Procurement

Due to the current helium shortage, our primary contracted supplier, AirGas, notified UConn our allocation of liquid helium will be reduced, and a price increase of 30% will take affect November 1st. Based upon our known and understood demand requirements, this allocable amount will not sufficiently meet current research needs. (more…)