As a world-class research institution with wide-ranging supply needs, Boston University recognizes the value that our suppliers provide to the BU community. Our goal is to create strategic relationships with a variety of suppliers who can provide superior service at the lowest total costs to the various academic and administrative branches of the University.
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All Boston University suppliers are expected to join the Ariba Network to conduct all Procure-to-Pay transactions. Boston University will issue all Purchase Orders via the Ariba Network. Additionally, we will only accept your invoices via the Ariba Network. Invoices sent via mail, email or fax will not be processed for payment. For more information on how to conduct business on the Ariba Network with Boston University please visit the Supplier Information Portal.
Boston University Information Services & Technology and Sourcing & Procurement - As part of our ongoing efforts to help you maximize budgets through the strategic purchase of goods and services, and to minimize risk to the University, we’re reminding you about the requirement that all information technology acquisitions and renewals must be reviewed by […]
The recent changes to U.S. trade policy and tariff schedules have disrupted supply chains and caused unpredictable pricing for the goods we purchase from abroad. As this situation continues to unfold in Washington, D.C., here are several steps you can take to protect your budgets and ensure the items you need will reach campus. Validate […]
Procure to Pay (P2P) is excited to share the upcoming launch of the newly branded “BU OneCard,” replacing Boston University’s Travel Card (TCard) and Purchasing Card (PCard) programs. The new card issued by U.S. Bank offers three card profile types: 1) Travel, 2) Purchasing, or 3) Purchasing + Travel (combined). Current cardholders will receive newly configured […]