Doing Business with Pitt is a no-cost informational session for small businesses to learn about gaining contracts with the University of Pittsburgh system. Hear from representatives of several Pitt departments!
This program will help business owners to:
- Better understand the overall purchasing process
- Learn how to qualify to become a potential supplier to the University
- Create awareness to market and sell within the University community
Who Should Attend?
- Business owners who are currently doing business with Pitt but wish to increase their volume
- Business owners that have an interest in working with the University community
Hear from representatives of the following Pitt departments:
- Facilities Management
- Information Technology
- University Stores
- Athletics
- Payment Processing
- Strategic Sourcing
Planned FY25 and FY26 Opportunities (categories are subject to change):
- Software Purchasing
- MRO Supplies
- Electrical Supplies
- IT Staff Augmentation
- Chartered Air Services
- Electrical Services
- Executive Search Firms
- Temporary Recruitment Services
- Audio Visual and Photographic Supplies & Equipment
- Apple Products – Licensed to sell (reseller)
- Media Liaison Services
- Microsoft EES – Licensed to sell (reseller)
- Maintenance, Repair and Operation Supplies
- Video Board Monitoring System
- Clinical Trial Infrastructure Support
- Clinical Trial Strategic Advisory Work
+ KEYNOTE from Michelle Smith, Director, Strategic Sourcing • University of Pittsburgh
Keynote address highlighting the University’s ongoing commitment to supporting local small businesses. We’ll dive into real opportunities upcoming for fiscal year 2026 and walk through the University process for identifying cost savings, new RFPs, and ways for suppliers to get involved.
*All attendees will be entered to win one of two available HP 6701dn Color LaserJet Printers (valued at $2,000)!
SPONSORS:
Funding support and resources are provided by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the Department of Community and Economic Development; through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, and through support from the University of Pittsburgh. All services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Special arrangements for persons with disabilities can be made by calling (412) 648-1542. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. SBDC services are not available to individuals or entities that have been debarred or suspended by the federal government. By agreeing to receive assistance from the SBDC you are self-certifying that you are not currently federally debarred or suspended and also agree to cease using SBDC services if you become federally debarred or suspended in the future.