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

Scientific Supplies

Technology and Electronics

Industrial and Facility MRO

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.

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.