|
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
November 2009
2009 Holiday Season Mail Services Schedule
The holiday season is fast approaching. Click here for important information regarding mail delivery to help your unit manage mail efficiently during the busiest time of the year for the United States Postal Service (USPS).
OfficeMax Delivery Hours for 2009 Holidays
OfficeMax will have limited delivery dates for the University of Michigan campus. Please note that OfficeMax normally does not deliver to the University of Michigan on Wednesday but due to the holidays, they will make an exception.
Week of 11-23 thru 11-27
NORMAL DELIVERIES: Monday (11-23), Tuesday (11-24), and Wednesday (11-26)
NO DELIVERIES: Thursday (11-26) and Friday (11-27)
Week of 12-21 thru 12-25
NORMAL DELIVERIES: Monday (12-21), Tuesday (12-22) and Wednesday (12-23)
NO DELIVERIES: (12-24) and Friday (12-25)
Week of 12-28 thru 1-1-2010
NORMAL DELIVERIES: Monday (12-28), Tuesday (12-29), Wednesday (12-30)
NO DELIVERY: Thursday (12-31) or Friday (1-1-10)
October 2009
SOS Express Inc. has been awarded a secondary contract for regional and local Stat Courier Delivery Services. SOS Express offers very competitive pricing for shipping on Scheduled, On-Call and Stat routes.
Visit the SOS Express contract web page for more information and ordering instructions.
September 2009
Remanufacturer and OEM Toner Cartridges
The Strategic Supplier Program at the University of Michigan is pleased to announce that we have awarded a new Strategic Supplier contract with Mikan Corporation and OfficeMax for OEM and Remanufacturer Toner Cartridges. You may order from Mikan Corporation and OfficeMax through M-marketsite by using your ShortCode.
Mikan Corporation is a Woman-Owned, Michigan based company located in Saline, MI. Detailed information on the University’s Mikan Corporation contract is available on the Mikan Corporation web page.
Office Max is an Illinois Corporation. The majority of the University’s office supply orders are filled and delivered from a distribution center located in Warren, Michigan. Detailed information on the University’s OfficeMax contract is available on the OfficeMax web page.
August 2009
New Procurement Services Customer Service Phone Options!
Procurement Services has redesigned our customer service model to deliver exceptional service to our customers. Effective August 25, 2009, customers calling 734-764-8212 will be offered three menu options (instead of six):
Press 1 to speak with a customer service representative about procurement and payment policies and procedures, including PeoplePay, Concur, travel and expense, vendor payment status—and when you are not sure who you need to reach.
Press 2 to speak with a member of the PCard Group for questions pertaining to the P-Card.
Press 3 to reach the Vendor Maintenance team for requests to add or update information in the M-Pathways vendor database.
Our 734-764-8212 phone lines are available Monday-Friday, 8:00am– 4:30pm. Or, you may contact customer service via email to procurement.services@umich.edu.
Questions? Comments? Please contact Lyn Fyfe, customer service team manager, at lynfyfe@umich.edu to let us know how we are doing. Thank you.
New Web-based PeoplePay Forms Tracking Tool
To better serve our customers, Procurement Services has developed a tool to track PeoplePay forms submitted to our office for payment processing. When your form is received in our office, an email message is generated to the requestor acknowledging receipt of the form. The message includes a link to a secure web site (see below) that shows you the current location of the form as it moves through the payment process. You can return to the web site at any time to monitor the status.
Please note:
- The tool tracks only the form’s processing status and does not provide information about the actual payment date. Payment information is available in the M-Pathways system.
- Only forms received in the Procurement Office on or after August 17, 2009 are accessible in the tracking tool.
To view the status of a PeoplePay Form processed through Procurement Services, click the link below and login to the secure site using your uniqname and UMICH (Kerberos) password: https://mbiz.bf.umich.edu/peoplepay/secured/search_data.cfm
Questions? Please contact the Procurement Solutions Team at 734-764-8212, option 1 or email procurement.services@umich.edu.
Procurement Services Business Processes During the ImageNow/WebNow Upgrade
PO Voucher Approval Process
The ImageNow/WebNow upgrade to version 6.1.6 will affect the PO voucher approval process for payment of invoices requiring departmental review. During the upgrade period, a supplier invoice requiring your review may not be available in the imaging system. However, the Accounts Payable Office can provide you a PDF copy of the supplier invoice for a voucher requiring your approval.
- Send an email message to accounts.payable@umich.edu with the Subject line "Invoice Copy Needed"
- Please include in the body of the message the supplier name and the purchase order or voucher number.
The upgrade schedule plans for scanning of supplier invoices to be current by August 26. However, you may continue to email Accounts Payable for assistance if an invoice is not available in the imaging system after that date.
PeoplePay Payments Made through the Procurement System
Procurement Services has implemented a temporary internal solution to process PeoplePay payments made through the Procurement system during the imaging upgrade. We do not anticipate any disruption in the PeoplePay process.
For information on the ImageNow/WebNow upgrade, please visit the “What else is happening?” page on the MAIS Project InfoCenter
<http://www.mais.umich.edu/project_infocenter/what_else_home.php>
Questions? Please contact the Procurement Solutions Team at 734-764-8212, option 1, or email procurement.services@umich.edu.
July 2009
Accounts Payable Process for Check Handling
Effective August 15, 2009, the U-M Accounts Payable Office will no longer process checks for monies owed to the University. Click here to read more about the process.
OfficeMax July 4th holiday delivery schedule
OfficeMax will not be making campus deliveries on Friday, July 3, 2009 due to the 4th of July holiday. Orders created on Thursday, July 2, 2009 will be delivered on Monday, July 6, 2009. Deliveries will resume on Monday, July 6, 2009 as usual.
June 2009
Sigma-Aldrich Launches Improved M-marketsite Catalog June 5, 2009
On Friday, June 5, 2009 at 6pm EST, Sigma-Aldrich is presenting a redesigned M-marketsite catalog with an improved user interface for an enhanced shopping experience. However, no significant changes have been made to the core functionality of shopping carts or order generation, so purchasing activities will be effectively unchanged.
If you encounter any issues or have questions please don’t hesitate to contact David Gilbert Strategic Contract Administrator for Sigma-Aldrich.
April 2009
PerkinElmer is now available for ordering through M-marketsite!
The PerkinElmer catalog is now available in M-marketsite. To shop for PerkinElmer products, log into M-marketsite and click on the PerkinElmer icon. For more information please go to the PerkinElmer contract page.
April 2009
Mercury Promotions and Fulfillment is now available for ordering through M-marketsite! The Mercury Promotions & Fulfillment catalog is now available in M-marketsite. To shop for Mercury Promotions & Fulfillment products, log into M-marketsite and click on the Mercury Icon. For instructions go to the Mercury Promotions & Fulfillment contract page. Mercury Promotions and Fulfillment is affiliated with West Hawk Industries of Ann Arbor, who has been selling products to the University campus for over thirty years.
For more information on how to navigate M-marketsite, users can obtain step-by-step instructions from the M-marketsite How To web page.
For more information, contact Norma Glennie at nglennie@umich.edu or 734-647-6450.
M-marketsite & CDW-G
CDW-G has a new quote-to-order feature that allows departments to order “Special Pricing Quotes” through M-marketsite. For more information click here or contact your CDW-G Sales Representative.
Invitrogen Launches Improved M-marketsite Catalog April 8, 2009
Beginning Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at 6pm EST, Invitrogen’s M-marketsite catalog will have a new look that incorporates several operational improvements. These improvements include an enhanced search experience that yields more accurate results, as well as a revised site structure organized by application, designed to support the way scientists work. No significant changes have been made to the core functionality of shopping carts or order generation, so purchasing activities related to the catalog environment are effectively unchanged. Click here for PDF of new catalog. Invitrogen
March 2009
Metro Delivery Live in M-Pathways eSettlements
Procurement Services and MAIS are pleased to announce that Metro Delivery is now live in M-Pathways eSettlements. eSettlements allows authorized suppliers to submit invoices electronically into M-Pathways, which helps streamline and automate the settlement process.
To learn more about this new technology initiative, and how the change in invoice processing may affect you, please visit the eSettlements and eSupplier web page.
February 2009
Mercury Promotions and Fulfillment is now a Strategic Vendor for the University of Michigan! The Strategic Supplier Program at The University of Michigan is pleased to announce that we now have a Strategic Supplier contract with Mercury Promotions & Fulfillment for Advertising and Promotional Products. You may now order from Mercury Promotions and Fulfillment by using your ShortCode.
Mercury Promotions and Fulfillment is affiliated with Westhawk Industries of Ann Arbor, who has been selling products to the University campus for over thirty years.
Detailed information on the University’s Mercury Promotions and Fulfillment contract is available on the Mercury Promotions and Fulfillment web page.
January 2009
2009 Strategic Supplier Product and Service Shows
Mark your calendars! Here is your opportunity to—
- Talk to Strategic Suppliers
- See & test new products
- Pick up your 2009 catalogs
- Receive special “Product Show” prices
- Find out what contracts are on the horizon
Show Dates
February 3, 2009
83 Strategic Suppliers & Manufacturers
Ann Arbor Campus – Michigan League
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Second floor
March 3, 2009
62 Strategic Suppliers & Manufacturers
Ann Arbor Campus – Palmer Commons
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Fourth floor
March 10, 2009
55 Strategic Suppliers & Manufacturers
Dearborn Campus- U Center
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Kochoff Hall
March 17, 2009
40 Strategic Suppliers & Manufacturers
Flint Campus
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Michigan Room
Consortium Contract Pricing now available
Procurement Services will be utilizing the following consortium contracts for best pricing for the University of Michigan.
Educational & Institutional Cooperative Purchasing (E & I):
Committee on Institution Cooperation Purchasing Consortium (CICPC-Big 10 Purchasing consortium)
Michigan Life Science Purchasing Consortium (MLSPC)
University HealthSystem Consortium (UHC/Novation)
Dental Shelf Lab
Procurement Services is pleased to announce that we now have Strategic Supplier contracts for Dental Supplies with the following Dental Shelf Lab vendors:
These contracts are only available to the Dental School.
Service Contracts – Fisher Scientific
Service agreements and renewals are now available through Fisher Scientific. Time & material equipment repairs for ULT freezers are also available. For a listing of time & material equipments repairs and how to obtain an agreement, please visit the University of Michigan Fisher Scientific webpage.
Custom Oligo’s now available through Fisher Scientific
Custom Oligos are now available for ordering through the Fisher Scientific punchout site in M-marketsite. To request “special handling” on your oligo, insert the letter “s” in the middle of the oligo sequence.
Some of the benefits of ordering oligos from Fisher Scientific include:
- Shows real-time product availability
- Competitive Pricing
- Delivery within 48 hours
- Complete Eurofins MWG Operon portfolio available
- Standard Unmodified Oligos
- High-throughput Oligos
- Real time PCR probes
- Modified Oligos
OfficeMax Bulk Paper
OfficeMax has been awarded a “Bulk Cut Paper” contract effective January 1, 2009. This contract is for the purchase of either ½ or full pallets of cut paper. Purchases can be made by ordering through M-marketsite beginning January 1, 2009.
Temporary Staffing Strategic Suppliers
The University of Michigan Procurement Services is pleased to announce we have awarded a strategic contract to continue our relationship for Temporary Staffing with Manpower Staffing Services and FasTemps. We have also awarded two other vendors strategic status, Judge Health Services, for Allied Health and Masterson Personnel. These contracts are valid through November 30, 2011.
December 2008
Reimbursement rate for mileage
The University of Michigan's travel policy allows mileage reimbursement to faculty and staff for use of their personal automobile on University business.
Effective January 1, 2009, the University's rate for mileage reimbursement on personal vehicles will be reduced to 55 cents per mile for University business travel that commences on or after that date.
This rate increase is consistent with the recent Federal Travel Regulation mileage reimbursement rate increase.
OfficeMax Bulk Paper
OfficeMax has been awarded a “Bulk Cut Paper” contract effective January 1, 2009. This contract is for the purchase of either ½ or full pallets of cut paper. Purchases can be made by ordering through M-marketsite beginning January 1, 2009.
November 2008
OfficeMax Delivery Hours for 2008 Holidays
OfficeMax will have limited delivery dates for the University of Michigan campus. Please note that OfficeMax normally does not deliver to the University of Michigan on Wednesday but due to the holidays, they will make an exception.
Week of 11-24 thru 11-28
NORMAL DELIVERIES: Monday (11-24), Tuesday (11-25), and Wednesday (11-26)
NO DELIVERIES: Thursday (11-27) and Friday (11-28)
Week of 12-22 thru 12-26
NORMAL DELIVERIES: Monday (12-22), Tuesday (12-23) and Wednesday (12-24)
NO DELIVERIES: Thursday (12-25) and Friday (12-26)
Week of 12-29 thru 1-2-2009
NORMAL DELIVERIES: Monday (12-29), Tuesday (12-30), Wednesday (12-31), and Friday (1-2-09)
NO DELIVERY: Thursday (1-1-09)
October 2008
Acetonitrile (ACN) and Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) Shortage
We have been notified that there is a shortage of two chemicals that are frequently used on campus, Acetonitrile (ACN) and Potassium Hydroxide (KOH). Please expect to experience being put on allocation, as the vendors will only have a very limited supply to distribute. This shortage is worldwide and affects most suppliers. At this time we have identified that this shortage will affect customers for VWR Scientific and will not affect Sigma-Aldrich and Fisher Scientific customers.
If you have any questions about the allocation process or the shortage, please do not hesitate to contact your sales representative where your supplies are normally ordered from.
NEPTUNE Products
As of October 13, 2008 all NEPTUNE Products previously ordered through Continental Lab Products (CLP) will now be available for ordering from VWR Scientific. Products will be available for ordering through M-marketsite using the CLP part number and will cross reference to the VWR part number.
September 2008
The Managed Copier Program Announcements
A Redesigned Website
The Managed Copier Program’s (MCP) website has a new look! All the information you need to make a decision is available on the website, including:
- Updated forms, pricing, and specifications
- A link to the meter reading website
- Information on ordering copier supplies and service.
Click here to see the new features:
Managed Copier Program (MCP) News
More Color Copier Choices
The MCP now has more color copier models to choose from. Several models are available with fax, print and scan options. Most prices have been slashed in half.
Save Money with Lower Pricing and Higher Minimum Copies
Many black and white copiers have lower pricing with a higher copier minimum which will save your department money. Current MCP customers are automatically charged the lower price; there is no need to contact MCP.
Leasing
Starting May 1, 2008, the Managed Copier Program will have a four year time commitment when leasing a new copier. There may be some used copiers available in our pool to lease which will not have time commitments.
If you have questions, please contact the Contract Administrator, Debby Burch, by email at dburch@umich.edu.
Cryogenic Gases and Mikan Corporation Live in M-Pathways eSettlements
Procurement Services and MAIS are pleased to announce that Cryogenic Gases and Mikan Corporation are now live in M-Pathways eSettlements. eSettlements allows authorized suppliers to submit invoices electronically into M-Pathways, which helps streamline and automate the settlement process.
To learn more about this new technology initiative, and how the change in invoice processing may affect you, please visit the eSettlements and eSupplier web page.
Corrigan Moving Systems is now a Strategic Vendor for the University of Michigan! The Strategic Supplier Program at The University of Michigan is pleased to announce that we now have a Strategic Supplier contract with Corrigan Moving Systems for Secure Document Shredding Services. You may now order from Corrigan Moving Systems by using your shortcode.
Detailed information on the University’s Corrigan Moving Systems contract is available on the Corrigan Moving Systems contract page.
August 2008
Reimbursement rate for mileage
The University of Michigan's travel policy allows mileage reimbursement to faculty and staff for use of their personal automobile on University business.
Effective September 1, 2008, the University's rate for mileage reimbursement on personal vehicles will be increased to 58.5 cents per mile for University business travel that commences on or after that date.
This rate increase is consistent with the recent Federal Travel Regulation mileage reimbursement rate increase.
July 2008
IDT miniGENE Promo
Order your miniGENES (50-500bp) now from IDT for only $0.65/base pair!! $95.00 setup fee. For miniGene specifications and miniGENE applications and to view the promo flyer, visit the IDT contract page.
June 2008
Vendor Maintenance Customer Service Initiative
The Vendor Maintenance Team is investigating some new technology and business process changes as part of a customer service initiative to provide prompt response to and timely completion of customer requests. The volume of requests to add or change supplier records in the M-Pathways Vendor Database has increased significantly with the rollout of PeoplePay. There may be opportunity to improve the turnaround time with the use of new technology and processes.
The first step in the Customer Service Initiative is a simple but important one. Beginning July 3, 2008, email messages sent to vendor.maintenance@umich.edu will generate an automatic email reply to the sender, acknowledging receipt of the message. The automated reply lets our customers know that the message has been received and the Vendor Maintenance Team is working on the request. Once the request is completed, a member of the Vendor Maintenance Team will contact the requester directly with the desired information.
Future possible changes to the current process include:
- Creating a standardized online (web) form for customers to request supplier adds/changes (the data typed into the web form would be sent directly to the Vendor Maintenance Team in the form of an email message). This would eliminate the need for customers to create email or fax requests.
- Allowing end users with M-1 authorization to enter partial vendor information (name, address, TIN/SS#, telephone) directly into M-Pathways for review and approval by the Vendor Maintenance Team.
- Using new software to receive, complete and track user requests.
Procurement Services will keep our customers informed of any changes in process and/or technology as we review the options. Questions? Please contact Lyn Fyfe at 734-764-6257 or lynfyfe@umich.edu.
May 2008
Office Max – Cost Avoidance for Fuel Surcharges & Green Purchasing Initiatives
This past year University suppliers have been hit hard by the rising cost of fuel. To offset the price increases of gasoline and diesel fuel, many suppliers are charging a “fuel surcharge” for delivered orders. OfficeMax has held contract pricing, but is now faced with assessing approximately $150,000 in annual surcharges ($3.50 per package under $50). OfficeMax does not want to add fuel surcharges. Instead, OfficeMax asked the University for assistance in finding an alternative solution.
A delivery study was conducted. It was determined that if OfficeMax were allowed to move to a four day a week delivery cycle, it would generate enough cost savings to eliminate the need for the $150,000 fuel charge. In addition, eliminating one day a week of office supply deliveries saves 2,327 gallons of diesel fuel and prevents 26 tons of CO2 truck emissions from being released into our environment.
The study identified that eliminating Wednesday deliveries would have the lowest impact on the campus service. The only change from the current service would be that orders placed on Tuesday would be delivered on Thursday. Departments can continue to place orders on Tuesday and Wednesday. Both days would be delivered on Thursday. All other ordering and delivery schedules remain the same. The decision has been made that beginning June 3, 2008, OfficeMax orders placed on Tuesdays will be delivered on Thursdays.
For more information on this initiative go to OfficeMax Deliveries.
April 2008
Roche’s Gene Expression Solution! Universal Probe Library!
Gene expression Quantification with real-time PCR. Design Real-time PCR assays online with our free web-based software in seconds! Rely on just 165 prevalidated probes for over five million real-time PCR for a variety of organisms, or you can just enter your sequence to design your assay if it is not one of the organisms that we have isted Perform real-time PCR assays on any PCR instruments with our standard protocols. If interested please go to www.universalprobelibrary.com and design your assay today!!
For more information and to view the Universal Probe Library flyer, visit the Roche contract page.
March 2008
Reimbursement rate for mileage
The University of Michigan's travel policy allows mileage reimbursement to faculty and staff for use of their personal automobile on University business.
Effective April 1, 2008, the University's rate for mileage reimbursement on personal vehicles will be increased to 50.5 cents per mile for University business travel that commences on or after that date.
This rate increase is consistent with the recent Federal Travel Regulation mileage reimbursement rate increase.
February 2008
Invitrogen Acquires Cascade Biologics
Effective April, 2007, Cascade Biologics was acquired by Invitrogen. The entire Cascade Biologics product line can be ordered through Invitrogen via Mmarketsite. Please use your Invitrogen customer number when placing your order for Cascade Biologics products. These changes will not affect the quality products you’ve come to expect from both Cascades and Invitrogen.
For Technical questions on Cascade Biologic products, please call 1-800-955-6288 and press “2”, or contact via email at techsupport@invitrogen.com
Visit the Invitrogen contract page for more information.
IDT PAGE-purified Oligo IDT PROMO!
Order A PAGE-purified Oligo Today and it will ship in 3 days or it's FREE!!!! IDT has optimized their internal processes and are now able to synthesize and deliver PAGE-purified oligos faster than ever before. To prove it, order a PAGE-purified oligo and it will ship in three working days, or the purification service is free!
HURRY, Promo valid from February 1, 2008 through July 1, 2008.
- Extremely high purity - over 90% full-length product is guaranteed for unmodified oligos
- Every purified oligo receives QC by CE or HPLC to document final purity. Results are available on the web for free!
- If you order a PAGE-purified oligo on Tuesday morning, it will ship on Thursday!
Order promo through Mmarketsite!
To view promo flyer visit the IDT contracts page
Mager Scientific, Inc. is now a Strategic Vendor for the University of MichiganThe Strategic Supplier Program at The University of Michigan is pleased to announce that we now have a Strategic Supplier contract with Mager Scientific, Inc. for microscopes and digital cameras. You may now order from Mager Scientific by using your shortcode.
Detailed information on the University’s Mager Scientific, Inc. contract is available on the Mager Scientific contract page.
Waste Management Services (WMS) to get the awareness
Strategic Contract Management is working on a project with Fisher Scientific and UM Waste Management Services (WMS) to get the awareness out to the campus on recycling. We are helping WMS to succeed in the “RecycleMania” contest. To learn more on this nationwide contest please go to the Waste Management Services website.
Click here to see some of the material collected from Fisher Scientific in their attempt to help the University of Michigan win this year! And, if you have anything to recycle, please contact Waste Management Services at recycle@umich.edu.
Qiagen and Digene Merged to Fight Cervical Cancer
Two of the world’s leading companies in molecular diagnostics have joined forces to create the market and technology leader in molecular diagnostics. The acquisition brings together QIAGEN’s unique portfolio in sample and assay technologies, including the broadest panel of molecular diagnostic tests, with Digene’s leadership in HPV. This strategic transaction will accelerate growth and further advancements in women’s health and molecular diagnostics.
HPV causes cervical cancer, the second biggest cause of female cancer mortality worldwide. Reliable diagnosis with the HPV test, the first FDA-approved and CE-marked test for HPV, contributes to preventing millions of women worldwide to be exposed to what is today’s most avoidable cancer.
For additional information, please click here to visit the Qiagen contract page.
Roche LightCycler 480 Promo! Hurry, only valid through March 31, 2008!
New Q1 promotion for our LightCycler 480 Real-time PCR System! Now, through March 30, 2008, this system is being offered at 30% off 2008 List Price! *As an added bonus, included is our real-time probes along with the LightCycler Instrument!
For an official quote, contact your Roche Systems Account Manager:
Steve Thomas at 317-432-4739 or steve.thomas@roche.com
Offer expires on March 31, 2008 Click here to view the promo flyer
January 2008
Kellermeyer Company is now available through M-marketsite
The University has contracted with Kellermeyer Company for case quantity dock delivered janitorial supplies. To shop for Kellermeyer products, log into M-marketsite and click on the Kellermeyer icon. For more information about the Kellermeyer Company contract or for instructions on how to use the Kellermeyer catalog please refer to the Kellermeyer contract page.
If you need to buy janitorial supplies, in less than case quantities and to have them room delivered please order from Office Max via the M-marketsite.
For more information, contact John Bogi at johnbogi@umich.edu, 734 615-3467 or Chris Eckel at eckel@umich.edu, 734 615-3492.
2008 Strategic Supplier Product and Service Shows
Mark your calendars! Here is your opportunity to—
- Talk to Strategic Suppliers
- See & test new products
- Pick-up your 2008 catalogs
- Receive special “Product Show” prices
- Find out what contracts are on the horizon
For a listing of Suppliers attending the Michigan League show, please click here. This listing is subject to change.
Show Dates
February 5, 2008
Ann Arbor Campus – Michigan League
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Second floor
February 19, 2008
Flint Campus-
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Michigan Room
March 4, 2008
Ann Arbor Campus – Palmer Commons
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Fourth floor
March 18, 2008
Dearborn Campus- U Center
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Kochoff Hall
December 2007
RR Donnelley is now available Through M-marketsite
The UMHS Forms Management contract has been awarded to RR Donnelley. The UMHS forms catalog is now available in M-marketsite. To purchase UMHS forms through the RR Donnelley catalog, log into M-marketsite and click on the RR Donnelley Icon. For instructions go the RR Donnelley contract page.
The RR Donnelley M-marketsite punchout catalog activates on December 10th. On January 14, 2008, all orders placed will RR Donnelley will be through M-marketsite. Training is being provided for all UMHS forms users with registration accessible through the UMHS MLearning webite.
For more information, contact UMHS Contract and Procurement at 734-647-4147.
November 2007
Strategic Lab Supply Orders Consolidating into M-marketsite
Several of the Strategic Lab Suppliers have been offering two online ordering options, M-marketsite and the supplier’s corporate site. Maintaining two online ordering sites with the same functionality duplicates efforts and resources for the supplier. In addition, placing orders through corporate sites does not validate ShortCodes, authorizations, or generate M-Pathways purchase orders.
Over the next six months, Strategic Lab Suppliers are communicating to their customers that April 30, 2008 is the last day faculty and staff should order online from their corporate websites. The messages direct faculty and staff to place online orders through M-marketsite beginning May 1, 2008. The Strategic Lab Suppliers that are participating in this initiative are Continental Lab, Cryogenic Gases, DOT Scientific, EMD Biosciences, Fisher Scientific, Invitrogen, ISC Biosciences, Perkin Elmer, Roche, Sigma, and VWR.
Click here for additional information
Bostwick-Braun is now available Through M-marketsite
The Bostwick-Braun catalog is now available in M-marketsite. To shop for Bostwick-Braun products, log into M-marketsite and click on the Bostwick-Braun Icon. For instructions go the Bostwick-Braun contract page.
Bostwick-Braun customers have a new routing option, “Browse Only.” This option allows faculty and staff members to forward their M-marketsite Bostwick-Braun orders to authorized signers within their departments. M-marketsite “Browse Only” users can obtain step-by-step instructions from the M-marketsite How To web page.
For more information, contact John Bogi at johnbogi@umich.edu or 734-615-3467.
October 2007
Suppliers Consolidate On-line Ordering Through M-marketsite
December 1-31, 2007 is the transition timeline for departments to place all Strategic Lab Supply orders through M-marketsite. Supplier “.com” on-line sites that currently accept ShortCodes will instruct U of M faculty and staff to order strategic lab supplies through
M-marketsite. Before the lab supply “.com” sites are fully redirected to M-marketsite, Procurement Services will insure that the same features are available in M-marketsite as the “.com” sites.
“Browse Only” is available to all University Faculty and Staff through Wolverine Access. Ordering through MPathways/M-marketsite is available to M1 requisitioners.
Contact the MAIS Help Desk (734-936-7000 option 3) for assistance with MPathways and M-Marketsite. If you have questions about the initiative to consolidate on-line ordering through M-markesite, contact strategicca@umich.edu.
M-marketsite & Fisher “My Quotes”
Fisher Scientific has a new feature that allows departments to order “Special Pricing Quotes” through M-marketsite. For more information click here or contact your Fisher Sales Representative.
Qiagen Joins the Strategic Equipment Program!
Qiagen has been approved for equipment purchases. Qiagen’s Equipment Contract provides for pricing on automated solutions such as:
- QIAcube – Automate your spin columns
- TissueLyser – High throughput disruption and homogenization from a wide range of biological samples
- BioSprint 96 – Rapid DNA and 6x His tag protein preparation of up to 96 samples
- Autopure LS – walkaway purification of archive-quality genomic DNA from large-volume samples
- BioRobot EZ – automated purification of nucleic acids from 1-6 clinical or forensic samples
To view the flyer, click here. For additional information, please visit the Qiagen contract page
Bodybilt
Bodybilt chairs are now available for ordering through M-marketsite from JEM Computers, Inc.
New Strategic Supplier – IDN Hardware Inc.
The University of Michigan Purchasing Department is pleased to announce that IDN Hardware Inc. has been awarded a Strategic Supplier Contract for Keys, Locks and Door Hardware. This contract is awarded through September 30, 2010.
For additional information regarding IDN Hardware Inc. contract click here.
September 2007
2007 Ergonomics, Healthy Foods & Safety Products Show
The University of Michigan Procurement Services Strategic Contract Management along with OSEH would like to invite you to a specialized product show featuring Ergonomic Products, Healthy Foods and Safety items on Monday, October 29, 2007 from 1-4 PM at Palmer Commons. There will be 40 suppliers showcasing their products. Click here to see the attached invitation for more information.
Henry Schein
Henry Schein is now authorized to sell Veterinary Supplies by using your shortcode. These items will be brought into M-marketsite in the very near future. To place your order using your shortcode please contact Sherry Treuden at 1-800-686-4200 ext. 3830.
ROCHE SEPTEMBER PROMOS!
DNA LIGATION KITS!
Take 5-minute Ligations to a Higher Level!
Perform your entire cloning reaction in the same tube
Avoid phenol-chloroform extractions
*Reduce 13-hour procedure to 17 minutes!
FASTSTART UNIVERSAL REAL-TIME PCR MASTER MIXES!
Achieve superior performance; Convert your existing assays, Automate with confidence. Rely in a trusted PCR supplier.
For more information and to view the Promo Flyers, visit the Roche contract page.
Strategic IT Contract Vendor Acquisition
Effective March 9, 2007, Fourth Generation Services, a Strategic IT Contract vendor was acquired by MGL Americas, Inc. (Mascon Global Limited). MGL will continue to operate under the terms and conditions of the contract and as a Strategic Supplier for IT Contract needs. The contract expires in 2009.
If you would like additional information regarding MGL Americas, Inc., please visit their contract page.
August 2007
Qiagen – New Supplier to the Strategic Equipment Program
Qiagen has been added to the Strategic Equipment Program for items over $5,000. Review their catalog on M-marketsite for instrumentation. To review the Equipment Procedure, click here
For additional information regarding Qiagen, please view the contract page.
New Online Offset Printing Program
This new program offers an online ordering tool that is easy, fast and uses shortcodes. When using the online ordering tool your job is automatically sent to the participating suppliers and you will receive up to 4 competitive bids to choose from.
To learn more about the online ordering tool click here for a step by step tutorial.
First time customers need to set up an account before orders can be placed. To set up your account contact Jim Wu, jimwuum@umich.edu, 734-647-0506.
The four Strategic Suppliers are; Michigan Print Copy Mail, Oakland – A Communications Partner, Tepel Brothers Printing Company, University Lithoprinters
Invitrogen Promo – Buy 10 bottles of FBS and receive 5 FREE!
Take advantage of special pricing. Buy 10 bottles of US origin FBS and receive 5 free at current price. HURRY! Offer is only valid until August 31, 2007. Order via M-marketsite. To view promotional flyer click here.
For additional information contact George Strebel, Invitrogen FBS Specialist,
800-955-6288, ext. 46939 or via email george.strebel@invitrogen.com.
July 2007
Taconic Free Genotyping Promo
Accelerate Your Genotyping for FREE!
Receive 25 FREE genotyping samples with NO assay transfer fee - a retail value of over $1,200!*
Consider these advantages of our genotyping solutions:
- Fast turn-around time
- Consistently accurate results
- Online order tracking and results delivery
To receive your 25 FREE samples, enter the promotional code FASTGENO when you place you order at http://taconic.transnetyx.com.
*Offer expires September 30, 2007. Restrictions apply.
For additional information, click here to visit the Taconic contract page
New Roche Promos!
Trade In Your Old Real-Time PCR Instrument for a
Roche LightCycler® 480 System!
Get up to $20,000 credit for your old real-time PCR instrument when you trade it in toward the purchase of a LightCycler®480 Real-Time PCR System which includes both a 96-well and 384-well block, basic run software, four analysis software modules (Relative Quantification, Genotyping, LIMS, and Gene Scanning), plus a 1-year service warranty.
Take Advantage of 0% Financing on a 384-well Roche LightCycler® 480 System! No trade in? No worries. Purchase a 384-well LightCycler® 480 System at standard list price before September 30, 2007, and we’ll arrange 0% financing for five years. Increase versatility, throughput, and accuracy – without increasing your payments.
Click here to view flyer. For more information please contact Steve Thomas at steve.thomas@roche.com or 1-800-845-7355 ext. 28032.
June 2007
New Strategic Suppliers for Air Filters
Procurement Services is pleased to announce the awarding of strategic contracts for air filters with two suppliers.
Mikan Corporation offers 50% Discount for Laser Printer Cleaning
Effective now thru August 15 Mikan is offering a 50% discount for laser printer cleaning for details click here, visit Mikan Corporation contract page for ordering information.
April 2007
Apple Computer Products Now Available Though M-marketsite
The Apple Computer catalog is now available in M-marketsite. To shop for Apple products, log into M-marketsite and click on the Apple Computer Icon. For instructions go to Apple University Contract page.
Apple customers have a new routing option, “Browse Only.” This option allows faculty and staff members to forward their M-marketsite Apple orders to authorized signers within their departments. M-marketsite “Browse Only” users can obtain step-by-step instructions from the M-marketsite How To page.
For more information, contact Ian Pepper at ipepper@umich.edu or 734-647-4981.
February 2007
New reimbursement rate for mileage
Effective March 1, 2007, the University’s rate for mileage reimbursement on personal vehicles will be increased to 48.5 cents for University business travel for trips that begin on or after 3/1/07. Mileage includes the cost of gas.
January 2007
Haworth, Inc Joins M-marketsite
Haworth, Inc has joined the University's M-marketsite. Departments can access University pricing and place orders for new furniture and installations through M-marketsite. Information on how to access the M-marketsite click here.
Click here for detailed information on the University's Haworth, Inc contract.
Sigma Aldrich 2007 Shipping Fee Changes
Effective January 1, 2007, there is a new fee schedule for shipping and Haz Mat fees for Sigma Aldrich. To view the fee chart, please visit the Sigma Aldrich University contracts page.
Purchasing, Stores and Business Services Adopts a New Name
On January 9, 2007, Purchasing, Stores, and Business Services changed its name to Procurement Services. The new name reflects the portfolio of services offered under the umbrella of “procurement” at the University. Procurement Services continues to provide the following areas of service and expertise: purchasing functions; contract management; Accounts Payable; P-Card; print, copy and mail services; document imaging; and vendor diversity initiatives.
In addition, the Procurement Services web site has been redesigned to provide customers easier navigation and access to procurement-related information.
September 2006
Former MStores Safety Products Available Through Fisher Scientific
Many of the safety items that were available through MStores are now available through Fisher Scientific. There are two reference documents available in a printable PDF format. The first is the Fisher Guide to Sourcing. This document is multi-paged and indexed by product lines. It also has pictures and U-M discount pricing. The second PDF document is a one page MStores Cross-Reference Sheet. This document lists the MStores item numbers and cross-references them to the Fisher item numbers.
August 2006
MStores, the U-M supplies warehouse, is closing.
Several teams have been working together to award Strategic Contracts for products to minimize the disruption to the University’s procurement and product delivery processes. Please click here for more information on the closing timeline.
Please click here for changes to the procurement of computers and computer related products that have been traditionally purchased through MStores.
Please click here for changes to the procurement of non-computer products that have been traditionally purchased through MStores.
Taconic Offers New Mouse Genotyping Service
Taconic Farms, Inc. announced that it has signed a distributor agreement with TransnetYX to deliver a new mouse genotyping service that reduces costs, speeds turnaround, and ensures accurate results for biomedical researchers using genetically modified mice.
New Strategic Suppliers for IT Staffing
Procurement Services is pleased to announce the awarding of strategic contracts for Temporary, Supplemental Information Technology Professional Staffing with five suppliers
ASG Renaissance LLC
Fourth Generation Services
Judge Technical Staffing
Otterbase Technical Services, Inc
Wolverine Technical Services
New Strategic Supplier – Taconic
The University of Michigan Purchasing Department is pleased to announce that Taconic has been awarded a Strategic Supplier Contract for small lab animals. This contract is awarded through November 30, 2008. For over 50 years, Taconic has been one of the largest and most respected providers of animal models and related services to the research community.
For additional information regarding Taconic contract click here
July 2006
JEM Computers, Inc Joins M-marketsite JEM Computers, Inc has
joined the University's M-marketsite. Departments can access University pricing
and place orders for Computer Supplies and Products through M-marketsite. Information
on how to access the M-marketsite click
here.
Click here for detailed information on the University's JEM Computers, Inc contract.
CDW-G Joins M-marketsite
CDW-G has joined the University's M-marketsite. Departments
can access University pricing and place orders for Computer Supplies and Products
through M-marketsite. Information on how to access the M-marketsite click
here.
Click here for detailed information on the University's CDW-G contract. "
Strategic Supplier Food Buying Options
Arbor Mitchell is the University's strategic supplier for non-perishable food, beverages, and break-room supplies. Arbor Mitchell has expanded its product line. Arbor Mitchell accepts "ShortCode(s)" and has free room delivery. There are no minimum dollar requirements. Stocked products with U-M discount pricing are available on M-marketsite. If you need products that are not listed, call Teri Poitevint at 734-477-0577.
SYSCO Food Services
of Detroit (Canton, MI) is the U-M strategic supplier for
food and related products and equipment. Minimum order requirements include $500
and dock delivery only. Ecolab ware-washing products are available through SYSCO.
For more information please see the SYSCO University Contracts page. For information
on becoming a SYSCO customer, contact Jeff Rabbitt at 734-764-9232.
ShortCode(s)
No Longer Accepted by the Following Suppliers
The following suppliers are no
longer Strategic Suppliers: Busch's Food Store, Gordon Food Service, Manchester
Bakery, Washtenaw Dairy and DHL. Departments must use P-Cards. Shortcode cannot
be used.
June 2006
MStores Food Service Discontinued
June 30, 2006 is the last day departments can place "food and food related orders" with MStores. Departments are encouraged to place orders immediately for MStores stocked items. Once the inventory is depleted, items will be discontinued and will not be reordered. MStores products are ordered through M-marketsite via Wolverine Access. "
New Strategic Supplier - The Law Firm of Afaf Vicky Farah
The University of Michigan is pleased to announce that Afaf Vicky Farah has been awarded Strategic Supplier Status for Retained Immigration Counsel work. This contract is valid through July 30, 2007.
Departments use ShortCode(s) to retain the Law Firm for Immigration Services. e-Pro Requisitions are not used. Line item billings provided on the Statement of Activity.
Over 25 years experience with immigration laws. They have a diverse client base. You will receive prompt, professional and affordable attention to your immigration goals. They provide the sophistication of a large law firm with the cost-effectiveness and personal attention of a small firm.
To review the process and obtain the form for Using Retained Immigration Counsel please visit the International Center website
For additional information regarding Afaf Vicky Farah click
here.
Environmental Innovations Reduced Pricing!
Environmental Innovations has reduced their prices on all HP products, making
them a low cost, high quality alternative to new cartridges or higher priced
suppliers. ShortCode(s) are used to procure toner. They have highly knowledgeable
support staff, with a minimum of 5 years imaging products experience.
Log on to M-marketsite to view items and pricing. For more information please
see the Environmental
Innovations University Contracts page.
Announcing 4 New Strategic Suppliers for Travel Nursing
Procurement Services and University of Michigan Health Care Systems are pleased to announce that First Assist, Crdentia Corporation, Health Providers Choice and ProCare One have been awarded Strategic Supplier Status for temporary staffing services for Travel Nurses.
JCAHO certified. Short codes are used to procure temporary staffing services. Line item billing is provided through the monthly Statement of Activity.
For more information on the Travel Nursing vendors please see the list of University
Contracts.
Strategic Suppliers for Travel Nurses are Awarded
The University of Michigan Procurement Services and University of Michigan Health
Care Systems are pleased to announce that contracts for Travel Nurses have been
awarded to the following vendors; AMN Healthcare, Aureus Nursing, Clinical One,
Cross Country Staffing, HRN Services, Intelistaf Healthcare, Medstaff, Inc. and
Sunbelt Staffing Solutions. We have also awarded strategic status to four new
vendors, ProCare One Nurses, Crdentia Corporation, Health Providers Choice and
First Assist. These contracts are valid through February 28, 2009 with a possible
two-year extension.
Guard Service Strategic Suppliers
The University of Michigan Procurement Services is pleased to announce we have
awarded a strategic contract to continue our relationship for Guard Services
with Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. and Strategic Protection Group, Inc. We have also awarded a third vendor strategic status, RSIG Security. These contracts
are valid through February 28, 2009.
May 2006
Henry Schein Joins M-marketsite
Henry Schein has joined the University's M-marketsite. Departments can access
University pricing and place orders for Dental Supplies and Products through
M-marketsite. Information on how to access the M-marketsite click here.
Click
here for detailed information on the University's Henry Schein contract.
New Strategic Supplier - RSIG Security
The University of Michigan welcomes RSIG
SECURITY as a Strategic Supplier for guard services. The company provides permanent
and short-term guards.
Since its inception in 2000, RSIG Security has grown from an innovative investigative
firm, to a recognized leader in the private security industry. Their exceptional
customer service is reflected through their industry leading customer retention
rate.
For more information visit the RSIG
Security University Contracts Page.
March 2006
MStores to close operations over the next year.
What is the impact of MStores closing on your order and delivery process?
" MStores will continue normal business operations with our customers until
notice is provided to your unit. We anticipate a phased transition of service
and commodities available from MStores over the next year as we work through
the closure of the facility. Our customers will be involved in the transition
of our services. Formal communication notices on changes to ordering and delivery
processes will be provided well in advance to their implementation."
Any questions or concerns can be directed to MStores Customer Service at
5-4900.
February 2006
Non-Po Voucher with Advances eLearning Class Added
A new eLearning course has been added to MAIS
LINC. The course is "Pre202 Create
a Non-PO Voucher for Travel and Hosting with an Advance". Units who obtain Advances
for travel and hosting events may elect to enter their own Non-PO Vouchers in
M-Pathways to account for the event and the Advance. Until now, these transactions
could only be entered by the central business offices.
If you have any questions
or need assistance, please call the MAIS Help desk at 734-936-7000 and select
option 4, or send an email to maishelpdesk.umich.edu.
January 2006
Current reimbursement rate for mileage
Effective January 1, 2006, the University's rate for mileage reimbursement on
personal vehicles will be decreased to 44.5 cents for University business travel
for trips that begin on or after 1/1/06. Mileage includes the cost of gas.
|
