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Impact of Executive Orders on Federal Funding
Bookmark the procurement guidance page.

PSUbuy replaces Shop OnLion
Training and support are available online through resources like the PSUbuy Teams Channel, virtual office hours, and ServiceNow.

PSUbuy, Penn State’s new procure-to-pay system, launches Nov. 12
Penn State is modernizing its procurement processes by implementing PSUbuy, a new procure-to-pay system set to replace Shop OnLion on Nov. 12.

Penn State, Temple, and Pitt award joint office supplies contract
Penn State, Temple University, and the University of Pittsburgh yield significant cost savings and support local economic growth through innovative partnerships.

New Bidding Thresholds Increase Flexibility for Shoppers
Requesters coordinate informal bids for purchases from $25,000 to $99,999.

Relocation to Technology Support Building, July 16
The new office features upgraded facilities, spacious meeting spaces, and advanced technology infrastructure.

PSUbuy replaces Shop OnLion
The PSUbuy user interface aims to mirror the intuitive experience of popular online marketplaces like Amazon.

Webinar recordings now available
Recordings cover a range of procure-to-pay topics.

New tool to educate on sourcing goods and services
Shoppers have access to a tool to find goods and services, general ledgers, category codes, allowable purchasing methods, or connect with an expert buyer.

Procurement Search Tool Available
The Procurement Search Tool functionality allows searches by item keywords, general ledgers, product category numbers, buyers, and contracts.

Procurement transformation project moving ahead with implementation
Changes include policy updates, reorganization of Central Procurement, and improved technology in the procurement process.

New committee to oversee strategy to better manage resources and control costs
Strategic Procurement Leadership Council to support procurement transformation and future operations.

Procurement project is estimated to save Penn State $45M in annual cost-savings
Working groups bring a cross-functional perspective for influencing change, efficiency, savings, and compliance to the procurement processes.