About SDE

Mission

The Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV is committed to utilizing small-, minority-, service disabled veteran- and women-owned businesses in the procurement of goods, services, supplies and construction service contracts. Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV continues to actively pursue diverse businesses for contracting opportunities and is committed to serving the university and surrounding business community through educational and community outreach activities.

About Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV's Supplier DEVELOPMENT Program

Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV Supplier Development and Engagement (SDE) is housed in the University Controller's Office under the direction of an Assistant Vice President. The Assistant Vice President works closely with Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV purchasing agents, departmental buyers, and the Facilities, Planning and Construction department.

The Assistant Vice President is responsible for monitoring, implementing, progress tracking and adjustments to the university's diverse business utilization plan.