The University of Pittsburgh totaled more than $475 million in local business spend in 2024. Your business could be next. A no-cost informational session for small businesses to learn about gaining contracts with the University of Pittsburgh system.

Hear from representatives of the following Pitt departments: Facilities Management, Information Technology, University Stores, Athletics, Payment Processing, Strategic Sourcing, and more! This program will help business owners to: Better understand the overall purchasing process Qualify to become a potential supplier to the University Create awareness to market & sell within the Pitt community.

KEYNOTE: Michelle Smith, Director, Strategic Sourcing • University of Pittsburgh Powerful keynote address highlighting the University’s ongoing commitment to supporting local small businesses. We’ll dive into real opportunities upcoming for fiscal year 2026 and walk through the University process for identifying cost savings, new RFPs, and ways for suppliers to get involved.