How to do business with UW
Becoming a registered supplier
The University of Wyoming maintains a supplier database, which includes information regarding suppliers and individuals that conduct business with the University. To maintain current and accurate information, all prospective suppliers wishing to conduct business with the University must register via the online Supplier Self-Registration process.
Please navigate to the Supplier Self-Registration webpage to learn how to register!
Any supplier registration questions can be directed to new-supplier-request@uwyo.edu
Completing this registration does not place a supplier on a preferred suppliers list or on the Procurement Services solicitation list. Please see How to Participate in the Solicitation Process section below for solicitation information.
Monthly Supplier Orientation Meetings
Purchasing Thresholds
All purchases, regardless of funding source, are subject to requirments of the University of Wyoming Procurement Rules and Quote/Bid Threshold Policy.
How to participate in the solicitation Process
When required, University of Wyoming Procurement Services posts solicitation opportunities to the BidNet Direct portal, a service that allows government agencies to post and notify suppliers of solicitation opportunities.
BidNet Direct
BidNet Supplier Support: 1-800-835-4603
Suppliers must register with BidNet to access solicitation documents for the University of Wyoming. Registration is free, however, suppliers may register for a fee to receive enhanced site functionality. Suppliers who register for automatic notifications receive solicitation opportunities geared toward their product/service offerings based on the categories they associate with their account. Suppliers who do not register for the automatic solicitation notifications are responsible for monitoring solicitations and related documentation on their own.
University of Wyoming solicitations posted to BidNet Direct must be submitted according to the terms and conditions stated in the solicitation documents.
Suppliers are responsible for regularly monitoring BidNet Direct to be aware of opportunities and to review changes or addenda to solicitations. University of Wyoming is not responsible for misinformation received from private plan rooms or plan holders. Please use our Competitive Solicitations page to access solicitation information for University of Wyoming.
Payment to Supplier
Original invoices must be routed to the “Bill-To” address indicated on the purchase order or contract document. Incorrectly addressed invoices may become lost or may experience significant delays in payment.
With authorization from the ordering department involved in the purchase, UW Payment Services will process invoices for payment. Payments cannot be arranged by Payment Services unless the ordering department has authorized a payment.
Any questions about payment should be directed to the ordering department.
Resources for Wyoming Suppliers
Check out three supplier initiatives and networks for Wyoming suppliers!
The BUY-WY initiative formalizes the University’s commitment to supporting Wyoming’s
economy through its own purchasing activities – one could call it Cowboys supporting
Cowboys! When the University spends money with Wyoming businesses, that money is
more likely to stay in Wyoming, creating local jobs and strengthening the communities
in which these businesses reside. As Wyoming businesses succeed, so does the State
and University of Wyoming!
The BUY-WY initiative does not remove the University’s obligation to be good and effective
stewards of the funding provided to it. However, it challenges the University community
to find ways in which it can expand the involvement of Wyoming businesses in its purchasing
activities while operating within existing budgets.
Please check out the BUY-WY website for more details!
The Wyoming Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network is a partnership between the University of Wyoming, the Wyoming Business Council, and the U.S. Small Business Administration offering business expertise and technical assistance to help you start, grow, reinvent, or exit your business.
As a member of the Wyoming's Business Resource Network, they'll make sure you get connected with the resources you need to succeed.
Please check out the Wyoming SBDC Network website for more details!
The Wyoming APEX Accelerator assists Wyoming firms to identify and secure federal, state, and local government contracting opportunites. They are here to help you naviagte the government contracting learning curve and make the whole process a little easier. Wyoming APEX Accelerator offers no cost, one-on-one assistance, periodic training workshops around the state, and an annual procurement conference with one-on-one matchmaking opportunities.
Please check out the Wyoming APEX Accelerator website for more details!
