Strategic Acquisitions

The Strategic Acquisitions team at Texas Tech University assists faculty, staff, and departments in procuring goods and services efficiently, ensuring compliance with university and state policies. Our team supports the university’s mission by facilitating cost-effective, ethical, and timely procurement that aligns with strategic priorities.

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For Texas Tech Faculty & Staff

Texas Tech employees can utilize the following procurement tools:

• TechBuy: TTU’s e-procurement system for purchasing goods and services.
• Consortium & Cooperative Purchasing Groups: Contracts from Co-ops that can be utilized by Texas Tech.
• Encumbrance Release System: Assists in closing originally issued purchase orders.

How to Make a Purchase

1. Log in to TechBuy to browse hosted catalogs, punch-outs, and forms to submit purchase requests (requisitions).
2. Follow TTU’s bid limits and obtain necessary documentation before proceeding.
3. Ensure compliance with TTU Operating Policies before submitting.

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For Vendors & Prospective Partners

Doing Business with Texas Tech

Vendors are required to complete vendor registration forms before any purchase order or payment will be processed. Vendor registration will only be sent to vendors once a valid business purpose has been submitted to Vendor Services by a TTU department. The registration forms will be sent electronically to the email address provided to Vendor Services. Once the form is completed, a record will be created in our vendor network. To learn more about how to do business with Texas Tech, please view our Quick Vendor Guide.

Bidding Opportunities

• Active Solicitations: View current bid opportunities through TechBid.
• Submit a Proposal: Follow guidelines and deadlines outlined in bid postings.

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Purchasing Tools

• TechBid
• TechBuy (SciQuest)
• Texas Tech Purchasing Terms and Conditions
• Encumbrance Release System
• Consortium & Cooperative Purchasing Groups
• Vendor Hold Search
• FY 25 Year-End Deadlines & FY 26 Procurement Guidelines