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Physical Address:

1028 W 6th Street

Mailing Address:

875 Perimeter Drive MS 2006 
Moscow, ID 83844-2006

Phone: 208-885-6116

Email: purchasing@uidaho.edu

Preferred and Contracted Vendors

At University of Idaho, we strive to streamline purchasing processes and ensure that our departments have access to high-quality products and services through trusted vendors. This curated list of our recommended, preferred, and contracted vendors across various categories ensures that you can find the right resources to meet your needs efficiently and effectively.

Each vendor listed has been vetted for quality, reliability, and value, offering you a range of options from general office supplies to specialized scientific equipment, furniture, and more. Many of our vendors are integrated with the JAGGAER eProcurement system. Orders with those vendors should be placed through our PunchOut platform to ensure compliance and maximize savings.

Explore the categories below to find the vendor that best fits your needs to start your purchasing process. Our goal is to support your work with the tools and resources that keep our university running smoothly and successfully.

Please contact purchasing services for additional help and support sourcing goods that meet your needs.

General Supplies

Amazon Business

Amazon Business offers a vast selection of products across multiple categories.

PunchOut

Clarkston Costco

Check out a Costco card from Purchasing Services for tax-exempt, in-store shopping at the Clarkston, WA Costco. For use at this location only.

Contact Purchasing

ODP/Office Depot

ODP Business Solutions offers a comprehensive selection of office supplies, and printing services.

PunchOut

Staples Business Advantage

Staples Business Advantage specializes in office supplies.

PunchOut

Scientific Supplies

Fisher Scientific

Fisher Scientific supplies laboratory equipment, chemicals, and reagents, supporting academic and research excellence.

PunchOut

Avantor/VWR

Avantor/VWR provides scientific research products and services.

PunchOut

ThermoFisher Scientific

ThermoFisher Scientific delivers advanced laboratory solutions and life sciences equipment.

PunchOut

Henry Schein

Henry Schein provides medical, dental, and veterinary supplies.

PunchOut

Medline

Medline offers a broad range of medical and laboratory supplies, ensuring quality and efficiency.

PunchOut

McKesson

McKesson is a leading provider of healthcare supplies.

PunchOut

Technology and Electronics

Office of Information Technology

The Office of Information Technology provides comprehensive tech support, hardware procurement, software licensing, and infrastructure services to enhance university operations.

Request Hardware

B&H Photo Video

B&H Photo Video offers a wide selection of electronics, photography, and video equipment.

PunchOut

Industrial and Facility MRO

Airgas

Airgas is a leading supplier of specialty and industrial gases, welding equipment, and safety products, supporting various operational and research activities.

Shop Now

Fastenal

Fastenal provides industrial supplies, safety products, and maintenance solutions, supporting a wide range of operational needs.

Shop Now

Grainger

Grainger supplies a broad range of industrial products, tools, and maintenance solutions.

PunchOut

HomeDepot Pro/HD Supply

HomeDepot Pro offers building materials, maintenance, and repair products.

PunchOut

Wesco/Anixter

Wesco/Anixter specializes in electrical, communications, and industrial automation products.

PunchOut

Furniture

Contracts and Purchasing Services offers consultation and support for departments ordering commercial-grade furniture. For laboratory furniture, shop Fischer Sciences or Avantor/VWR (listed under Scientific Supplies above). Contact purchasing services for complex needs or guidance on your furniture projects.

Freeform Spaces - Haworth

Haworth Furniture designs innovative, ergonomic office furniture that enhances work environments and promotes well-being.

Contact Purchasing

One Workplace - Steelcase

Steelcase is a global leader in office furniture, offering high-quality, sustainable solutions for modern workspaces.

Contact Purchasing

Contract Design - Herman Miller/Knoll

Herman Miller/Knoll provides iconic, design-forward office furniture known for its functionality and style, creating inspiring work environments.

Contact Purchasing

Cooperative Purchasing

University of Idaho leverages cooperative purchasing groups (such as the preferred groups below) to provide departments with access to pre-negotiated contracts, ensuring competitive pricing and streamlined procurement processes. For more options, explore Pavilion, a cooperative search tool that helps you find the right contracts and vendors to meet your needs. Contact purchasing services with questions.

OMNIA Partners

One of the largest cooperative purchasing organizations, offering a wide range of products and services with significant savings

Browse Contracts

E&I Cooperative Services

Specializes in providing procurement solutions for educational institutions, offering contracts that meet the specific needs of universities.

Browse Contracts

SourceWell

A government agency providing cooperative purchasing contracts, making it easier to procure a variety of goods and services.

Browse Contracts

State of Idaho

Access to contracts and vendors approved by the State of Idaho, ensuring compliance and value for our university.

Browse Contracts

Contact

Physical Address:

1028 W 6th Street

Mailing Address:

875 Perimeter Drive MS 2006 
Moscow, ID 83844-2006

Phone: 208-885-6116

Email: purchasing@uidaho.edu