Beginning on November 1, 2026, Dell transitioned to a new quoting and ordering environment designed to provide a more consistent global quoting platform and standardized processes. During this phased transition, quoting and ordering functionality may be temporarily affected.
CU Boulder departments purchasing YubiKeys for multi-factor authentication (MFA) should confirm that the device is compatible with CU Boulder OIT requirements before making a purchase.
The Procurement Service Center (PSC) is preparing to launch a new purchasing model that supports the University of Colorado's ongoing efforts to support small businesses and strengthen local economic impact while maintaining access to the products and services campus customers rely on every day. Beginning December 1, 2026, purchases through the Fisher Scientific catalog in CU Marketplace will incorporate a partnership with Anna Snow LLC. This new model allows the university to continue leveraging Fisher Scientific's extensive product portfolio while creating opportunities for a Colorado-based business partner.
To support timely delivery of Airgas orders, please place orders through the Airgas PunchOut catalog by 1:00 PM on the business day prior to your campus's scheduled delivery day. Delivery schedules vary by campus, and specialty or custom gases may require additional lead time.
CU customers who purchase through McKesson Medical-Surgical will begin seeing a new name in the coming months. McKesson Medical-Surgical is transitioning to a new name: Wellverse.
Be advised that effective October 1, 2026, Airgas will implement a scheduled price increase of 4.30% across our contracted portfolio. As part of our ongoing management of campus supplier agreements, we carefully review all proposed supplier changes against our contractual agreements.
Beginning in early September, new commodity codes will be available in Marketplace, primarily for professional services and information technology (IT) purchases.
The University of Colorado has an agreement and process through CDW for staff and students who would like to make personal purchases. Students, faculty, and staff of the University of Colorado can make personal purchases of Apple products at a discounted rate, through CDW-G.
Please be advised that our strategic supplier, Dell, has implemented price increases on our standard configurations in the CU Marketplace, effective January 1, 2026.
