Category: Messages to the Community

Title: COVID-19 Update: Resources for COVID-19 Related Purchasing

Dear Colleagues,

In the wake of the novel coronavirus pandemic, many items related to personal care have been in high demand across the entire university. Georgetown Procurement Services (GPS) would like to remind the community that we are a resource for you to fulfill this new demand. 

There are three mechanisms available for you to purchase COVID-19 related items:

  • GMS Punchouts – Amazon, Staples, and Grainger all have COVID-19 supplies that can be shipped directly to your office. 
  • Master Agreements – If you require specialized items that are not available on the punchout, or you would like to compare pricing, many of our preferred suppliers can fulfill that need.
  • COVID-19 Supply Order Form – This is a new service for any office that would like GPS to secure items on their behalf, which is particularly beneficial for those with urgent or bulk requests.

GPS has also partnered with Medline Industries, who specializes in supply chain solutions for COVID-19 related protective items. A punchout for Medline will be available in early August, but you can use them now through the Master Agreement process. 

If you would like to find vetted suppliers and delivery timelines, direct links to the punchouts and the COVID-19 Supply Order Form, we have a dedicated website for all COVID-19 related purchasing. The website also has information on what students, faculty and staff need to protect themselves and others while on campus. 

We look forward to supporting your COVID-19 supply needs. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the purchasing process, please do not hesitate to contact me or email sourcing@georgetown.edu.

All the best, 

Orlando Jones
Director of Strategic Sourcing