Strategic preferred suppliers have all the attributes of a preferred supplier, and they provide additional benefits to the university. These suppliers offer significant multiyear cost savings to the university and contribute to satisfying strategic vendor consolidation efforts and annual customer satisfaction improvement commitments.
| Supplier | Type | Procurement Method | Product/Service | Freight Included | Business Type | Local | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VWR International (distributor for Corning Life Sciences) |
Strategic preferred | e-SHOP | Lab and Scientific - Chemicals, Compounds, and Related Supplies and Equipment and Supplies | Y | L |