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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.

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Recent News

Boston University Refurbished Equipment Trade-In & Resale Program

Dear BU Requisitioners and Approvers, Procure to Pay is pleased to announce the launch of the Boston University Refurbished Equipment Trade-In & Resale Program, developed in partnership with Cambridge Scientific. This program provides Boston University laboratories with an efficient, compliant option for selling surplus equipment and purchasing high-quality refurbished equipment at reduced cost. This initiative offers […]

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Candex Catalog is Live, Important Process Change for One-Time, Small-Dollar Payments to Individuals

Dear BU Faculty and Staff, Effective June 1, 2026, Procure To Pay’s Payment Services is excited to launch a new process for one-time, small-dollar payments up to $5,500 for non-employee awards, honoraria, non-service stipends (no payment amount limit), royalties, and study subject payments. To streamline processing for your business office and to improve the payment […]

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