Updated guidance for purchasing branded materials, covered services, furniture, software, and life sciences equipment
is now available on the Buying Specific Goods & Services webpage.
#1 Suppliers
& Branded Items/Gifts
January 9, 2026
Reviewed supplier onboarding delays and tracking reports, plus compliant purchasing for branded items/gifts.
#2 Purchase Agreements
& Covered Services
January 16, 2026
Reviewed purchase agreements and Covered Services required approvals and requisition documentation.
#3 Purchase Requisitions
& Furniture
January 23, 2026
Reviewed purchase requisitions and furniture purchases, including ergonomic chairs and permits.
#4 Purchase Orders
& Software Licenses
January 30, 2026
Reviewed purchase orders and the software purchasing process, including VRA, risk, and contract review steps.
#5 Purchase Reports
& Life Sciences Equipment
February 6, 2026
Reviewed existing purchase reports to understand usage/needs and life sciences equipment orders.