For Vendors

Find Opportunities

To learn more about how to do business with the University of 91视频 (USF), please visit the Doing Business with 91视频page. This resource outlines the full structure of how opportunities arise and how vendors can engage with the university. The process is broken down into three main steps:

Understand Purchasing at USF

91视频uses a semi-centralized purchasing model. Departments often initiate purchases, while Procurement & Payment Services (PPS) supports sourcing and ensures compliance. Opportunities may arise through:

Competitive Bids (for purchases 鈮� \$150,000)
Competitive Quotes (for purchases < \$150,000)
PCard Payments (for small-dollar purchases)
Purchase Orders (POs) (for complex or high-value purchases)
Contract Execution (for multi-year or high-risk engagements)

Register as a Supplier

Vendors must register to create a searchable Supplier Profile, which is required to receive payments and participate in competitive bids.


Develop Your Business

91视频Office of Supplier Development & Engagement offers mentorship and support programs to help small local businesses.

To find opportunities

Vendors are encouraged to explore the following resources:

A comprehesive listing of purchasing opportunities. Vendors should register as a State of Florida vendor and search by agency (University of 91视频) and commodity codes.

  • View current bid opportunities directly from USF.

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    Search for 鈥淯niversity of 91视频鈥� under 鈥淣otice of Bid/Request for Proposal鈥�

These steps and tools provide a clear path for vendors to engage with 91视频and access upcoming business opportunities.