Procurement Services
UC Procurement uses these systems and tools for managing sourcing and procurement operations, analyzing spend and tracking benefit, and managing suppliers. Use links below to access tools, training and additional resources.
Systemwide Contract Listings
Easier purchasing through commodity category listings of currently contracted systemwide supplier agreements for use by all University of California locations systemwide.
Supplier Search Databases & Resources
Access and resources for the UC supplier search tool: SIO Explorer Professional and the State of California supplier search tool: Cal eProcure
CalUsource
Guidance on using UC's e-procurement platform for Sourcing, Contracting and Spend
eProcurement Resources
Resources for Commodity Managers, Suppliers, and eProcurement Users
UC Benefit
UC program that tracks the benefit we create every day in a consistent, accurate and verifiable way.
Sustainable Procurement
Training and resources on UC Sustainable Procurement policies and guidelines, focusing on environmental, economic and social impacts.
Strategic Sourcing Resources
Resources to help sharpen your strategic sourcing skills.
Procure-to-Pay (P2P)
Ways to optimize procurement and accounts payable practices through common processes, standardized tools, increased awareness and shared systems.
Accessible Procurement
Guidelines (including a checklist for RFPs) to ensure the selection of products and services that are accessible to people with disabilities.
Export Control Infographic
Click the title above to see the new, easy-to-follow 3-step process Export Control Infographic. It contains updated information on current regulations and a clearer, streamlined process.
Best Value Knowledge Base & Training
Best Value is a method for evaluating an RFx response that uses more than price to evaluate bids. The most advantageous balance of price, quality, service, performance, sustainability and other elements, as defined by the University.
Prevailing Wage Resources
Guidance on Prevailing Wage