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Procurement Services Newsletter 

January 2025

Reminder: Pre-Trip Travel Request Requirement

As of January 1, 2025, Rutgers travelers must have an approved pre-trip travel "Request" in Concur Expense before booking a trip. The Request should estimate all potential expenses associated with the trip.


If a pre-trip Request is not completed before travel, a Request must be created and attached to the corresponding expense report in order to be submitted.

Expansion of the HD Supply Catalog

Rutgers is pleased to announce the expansion of the HD Supply Catalog in RU Marketplace!


What's Changing in RU Marketplace?

  • The former Home Depot Pro Institutional tile in RU Marketplace has been updated to reflect the new logo and branding.
  • The tile will continue to direct you to the same trusted website you’ve used for years.


What's Included in the HD Supply Catalog?

  • The entire catalog, from janitorial, sanitary, and safety supplies and equipment to maintenance, repair, and operations, is included!


Why use HD Supply?

  • HD Supply is a Rutgers contracted supplier.
  • Competitively bid products are a click away.
  • There is a dedicated onsite Field Account Manager, Jesse Pellen, who can be reached at (609) 678-6631.

Monthly Virtual Open Office Hours


We invite you to join our monthly virtual open office hours, held on the second Monday of each month from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.


These informal sessions provide opportunities for University Procurement Services (UPS) staff to help with any questions about current or future needs.


UPS teams will be available for 30-minute or one-hour sessions.  


Please visit our website to view the schedule including Zoom links.

Best Practices for Protecting Sensitive Information

To safeguard sensitive information within purchasing and travel & expense processes and to comply with data protection policies, these best practices are recommended:


  • Do not attach documents containing sensitive information (e.g., Social Security numbers, bank account details, or personal health information) to expense reports, requisitions, or other procurement records.
  • If sensitive information must be submitted for verification purposes (e.g., quotes or receipts), redact unnecessary sensitive details before attaching or uploading.
  • Do not include sensitive information, such as Social Security numbers, bank account details, or Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TINs), in email correspondence.
  • Double-check all uploaded documents and expense details to ensure that no sensitive information is inadvertently shared.


By adhering to these practices, the university can help protect sensitive information and mitigate risks of data breaches or compliance violations.


To support the university’s commitment to protecting sensitive information, Rutgers OIT is offering cybersecurity training for faculty and staff. This training is designed to equip the Rutgers community with identifying and reducing potential risks. Protect data with cybersecurity training.

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