In support of the University's mission of excellence in education, research, outreach and collaborative partnerships with the greater community, the Department of Procurement and Materials Management will: 

- Establish and administer contracts effectively. 
- Procure goods and services for best value. 
- Delegate procurement authority using the Purchasing Card program to promote efficiency. 
- Provide materials management services, including central receiving, physical distribution, and property control functions that add value for campus customers. 
- Coordinate the State's self insurance program and provide risk management services. 
- Provide campus wide forms management coordination. 
- Support the State of Maryland's Minority Business Enterprise program Small  Business Program, and the Federal Small and Disadvantaged Business Programs. 
- Participate in campus sponsored community outreach. 
- Ensure University business is conducted in a fair and open environment, in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 

VALUES

We are a service conscious team, strongly committed to our customers. We approach our work and relationships from a shared set of core values: 

- Courtesy 
- Cooperation 
- Continuous Improvement 
- Fairness 
- Flexibility 
- Integrity 
- Professional Development 
- Responsiveness 

VISION

To be recognized as a model procurement and logistical support organization, we embrace best practices and technology as we work together to advance excellence in our University community